U.S. Women's Hockey Team Secures Second Consecutive Win Over Canada in Rivalry Series

Led by a younger roster, the U.S. extends their win streak to three games; Laila Edwards makes history as the first Black player in a U.S. women's national hockey team game.

• Gabbie Hughes led the U.S. Women's Hockey Team to a 5-2 victory over Canada in the Rivalry Series, scoring two goals and securing the team's second consecutive win.
• Britta Curl scored the go-ahead goal, and Alex Carpenter contributed with a goal and an assist, while Hilary Knight set up two goals, demonstrating the team's strong offensive performance.
• The U.S. team, featuring 10 college players, has been praised for its youthful exuberance and defensive mentality, which has helped them withstand Canada's attack.
• The U.S. now holds a three-game winning streak over Canada, dating back to a 6-3 win in the gold-medal game of the women's world championships in April.
• Laila Edwards made history as the first Black player to appear in a game for the U.S. women's national hockey team.

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