With the NHL on break for the Olympics, Team USA won gold in a thrilling overtime against Canada, marking their first men’s gold since 1980. Jeff Skinner’s contract with the Sharks was mutually terminated, making him a free agent after struggling this season. Carolina’s Brandon Bussi has emerged as a standout goalie, earning a three-year extension, while injury updates reveal Petr Mrazek is out for the season and Filip Chytil faces an indefinite absence. Paul Coffey returns to the Oilers’ coaching staff as the team prepares for the season’s final stretch.
