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Jack Hughes became an instant hero for Team USA, helping the men\u2019s hockey team win a thriller in overtime at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.<\/div>\n
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The New Jersey Devils star stepped up, scoring the game-winner in the 3-on-3 sudden-death session, giving the Americans a 2-1 win over a national hockey powerhouse. In Hughes\u2019 epic performance, he gave his blood, sweat, and tears to the valiant effort on the ice, resulting in the USA\u2019s third gold medal in the history of the Winter Olympic Games.<\/p>\n

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Hughes\u2019 missing teeth became highly noticeable in postgame interviews and photos that went viral online. Many people who weren\u2019t able to watch the game were likely confused about why he had a gap as he smiled amid his team\u2019s celebration of its gold medal win.<\/p>\n

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During a postgame interview, Hughes alluded to losing his teeth during the game, making a candid remark about why he loves America.<\/p>\n

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\u201cI\u2019m lucky I\u2019m from the best country in the world, and we\u2019ve got great dentists there, too,\u201d Hughes joked, adding, \u201cI\u2019m lucky I\u2019m American, and they\u2019re gonna fix me right up.\u201d<\/p>\n

Hughes lost several teeth during a brutal moment in the game, as Team Canada\u2019s Samuel Bennett swung his stick up, catching Hughes\u2019 face in the process. It was immediately apparent and drew a clear high-sticking penalty on the Canadian player, resulting in a power-play opportunity for Team USA.<\/p>\n

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As the game continued on, it became apparent Hughes lost his teeth, as several shots of him revealed a bloody smile and a gap in his pearly whites. However, he played on, and both his teammates and American fans were happy he did.<\/p>\n

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The Devils\u2019 star connected on the game-winning shot just under two minutes into the extra session, creating an exciting and memorable moment for many spectators.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe USA Brotherhood is so strong. We were so proud we could do it for them and everyone back home,\u201d he also said regarding his team\u2019s victory.<\/p>\n

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That memory will live on for Hughes for years to come. He\u2019ll now get back to the\u00a0United States, find that dentist, and prepare for his\u00a0NHL\u00a0team\u2019s next game. The Devils host the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday night, as Hughes reunites with his Olympic teammate, Tage Thompson.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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