United States' Jack Hughes celebrates after scoring the winning goal against Canada in the gold medal game at the 2026 Winter Olympics, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster) (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Jack Hughes

Jack Hughes, whose mother is Jewish and who fondly recalls Passover and Chanukah, scored the overtime winner against Canada to give Team USA the gold medal victory over its continental rival — a massive moment for Jewish sports.

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