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Here’s the “Cross-Check” That Cost the US Women the Gold Medal

Kyle Scott

By Kyle Scott

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Photo credit: Scott Rovak-USA TODAY Sports
Photo credit: Scott Rovak-USA TODAY Sports

The US Women’s Hockey Team blew a 2-0 lead with under four minutes to play in the third period and lost to the Canadians 3-2 in overtime. There’s no excuse for that. But Canada was given a power play in the extra frame when Hilary Knight was called for a cross-check on this breakaway. It looked bad at full speed, but you tell me if there was any contact:

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Canada scored on the power play. They win gold. But tomorrow…

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See you there.

Kyle Scott

Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.

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