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Eichel recorded an even-strength goal and a power-play assist in the United States' 6-2 win over Slovakia in the Olympic semifinals Friday.

Eichel set up Tage Thompson's goal in the first period to give Team USA a 2-0 lead, and his goal in the second period pulled Samuel Hlavaj out of the game for good. Eichel has been productive for Team USA and has six points so far in the Olympics, courtesy of two goals and four helpers.

Tkachuk recorded a goal and an assist in the United States' 6-2 win over Slovakia in the semifinals of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday.

Tkachuk participated in the build-up of the team's fourth goal, courtesy of Jack Eichel, and then he scored one of his own at the 10:52 mark of the final frame to give Team USA a 6-1 lead. Tkachuk is up to three goals and five points in five games at the tournament ahead of facing Canada in the gold-medal game Sunday.

Hlavaj was pulled in the second period of Slovakia's 6-2 loss to the United States in the semifinals of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday after allowing four goals on 23 shots.

Hlavaj left the contest midway through the second frame when Slovakia was trailing by four goals. His exit from the contest indicates that he will probably start in the bronze-medal game against Finland on Saturday.

Hellebuyck stopped 22 of 24 shots in Team USA's 6-2 win over Slovakia in the semifinals of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday.

Hellebuyck allowed two goals in the final frame, but the United States had a healthy lead at that point of the game. Hellebuyck will probably get the nod again in Sunday's gold-medal matchup against Canada, which would be a much more difficult challenge.

Hagens scored three goals in Boston College's 5-2 win over UConn on Friday.

Hagens reached the 20-goal mark for the season with this effort. He's added 17 helpers and a plus-11 rating over 27 outings, tying his 37-point output from 37 games as a freshman in 2024-25. The Bruins prospect is rolling at the right time and will look to take his momentum into the Hockey East conference tournament soon.

Dell'Elce scored a goal and added two assists in UMass's 4-0 win over the University of New Hampshire on Friday.

Dell'Elce is up to four goals and 16 helpers through 29 appearances this season. He had 24 points in 40 games a year ago, so he's picked up the pace just a bit. The 2025 third-round pick of the Avalanche is likely to have a longer developmental timeline, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him use all of his NCAA eligibility before signing his entry-level deal.

Lee scored two goals in Michigan State University's 8-2 win over the University of Notre Dame on Friday.

Lee has compiled 11 goals and 24 points over 28 appearances for the Spartans this season. It's a decent performance on the whole, though he's had some quiet stretches and hasn't had the room to dominate on a highly talented team. Lee will likely require multiple years of development in the NCAA and AHL before he'll be an option for the Predators.

Martone scored three goals in Michigan State University's 8-2 win over the University of Notre Dame on Friday.

Martone had a big game for the Spartans in the blowout win. He's up to 20 goals, 41 points, a plus-27 rating and 70 PIM in 28 appearances this season, showing his potential to develop into a power forward in the long run. The Spartans are the top-ranked team in the NCAA. It's unclear whether Martone will opt to turn pro next season or spend another year developing at MSU.

Ryabkin scored a goal and added two assists in QMJHL Charlottetown's 6-5 shootout win over Moncton on Friday.

Ryabkin has earned nine points over his last three outings. For the season, he's up to six goals and 14 helpers in just 10 QMJHL appearances since he was reassigned from AHL Chicago. Getting some pro-level experience wasn't a bad thing, but the 18-year-old should be brimming with confidence given how he's dominated since his return to the junior ranks.

McDavid pocketed two power-play assists in Canada's 3-2 win over Finland in the semifinals of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday.

With Canada staring at a 2-0 deficit early in the second period, the Oilers superstar helped spark the comeback by having a hand in a Sam Reinhart tally. McDavid then helped set up Nathan MacKinnon for the game-winner with just 36 seconds left in regulation. McDavid has compiled two goals and 13 points through five games in the tournament, setting the record for the most points ever in an Olympics involving NHL players. He'll look to add to his total Sunday when Canada faces the United States in the gold-medal game.