USA Wins Ice Hockey World Championship with Overtime Victory Over Switzerland

The United States secured its second-ever Ice Hockey World Championship title with a thrilling 1-0 overtime victory over Switzerland, marking their first championship win since 1933. Tage Thompson scored the decisive goal early in overtime, assisted by Logan Cooley and Brady Skjei, while goaltender Jeremy Swayman made 25 saves to complete a flawless 7-0 tournament record. The victory was celebrated as a historic moment for U.S. hockey, with coach Ryan Warsofsky and players expressing immense pride and acknowledging the strong contributions from the entire team. The U.S. team also honored the late Johnny Gaudreau, a leading scorer who tragically passed away, by displaying his jersey during the celebrations. Despite a missed penalty shot by Conor Garland, the Americans maintained relentless pressure throughout the game, outshooting Switzerland in the second and third periods. The win is viewed as a culmination of growing strength in U.S. hockey, with players and coaches hopeful for continued success in the future.