Matthew Tkachuk and Auston Matthews hoist Olympic gold, sparking questions about Patrick Kane's medal-less resume. This USA-Canada epic spotlights NHL stars chasing international glory amid club loyalties. Kane's story underscores the fine line between club success and Olympic heartbreak for vets.

Jack Hughes lights up the semifinal with two goals, including a power-play beauty, as Team USA rolls past Slovakia 6-2 to punch their ticket to the gold medal game. The Devils star, who's been a quiet force all tournament, channels Patrick Kane-level dekes and finishes that have scouts whispering about his first Olympic hardware.

Jack Hughes puts on a clinic against Slovakia, channeling Patrick Kane's magic with slick moves and a pair of goals that have USA hockey lifers buzzing. The Devils star swerves through defenders and buries wrist shots like he's been prepping for this Olympic stage his whole career, setting up a gold-medal clash with Canada. With Zach Werenski dishing three assists and the U.S. defense locking it down, Hughes proves why GMs around the NHL have him pegged as a cornerstone talent.

Detroit Red Wings hand Patrick Kane a savvy one-year, $3 million extension that keeps the veteran wizard in the mix for another playoff run. Steve Yzerman rarely misses on these calculated bets, especially with Kane's hands still magic at this stage. The Motor City faithful sense a statement - this group eyes deep into spring.

Henrik Zetterberg, the old Swedish maestro who captained Detroit through their last glory days, now eyes a genuine turning point as the Red Wings claw their way back into playoff contention. Captain Dylan Larkin, who soaked up Zetterberg's quiet leadership during his rookie years, channels that same grit with additions like John Gibson anchoring the net and Patrick Kane dishing magic.

Patrick Kane notches a historic milestone, matching Mike Modano's all-time U.S.-born scoring record in a nod to American hockey royalty. The ageless wizard keeps rewriting his legacy, blending silky skills with veteran savvy that defies the miles on his odometer. As Kane eyes the top spot, his pursuit adds another layer to an already legendary career stacked with hardware.