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- After the group stage on Sunday, one country has emerged as the frontrunner for the first Olympic gold with NHL players since 2014.
- The championship game hinted at a highly anticipated gold medal match between the United States and Canada.
- Both teams previously defeated the other in separate games, demonstrating their competitiveness.
- Last year, the United States finished as runner-up to Canada.
- Projections for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics suggested either country could claim victory.
