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Trump says US hockey goaltender will get Presidential Medal of Freedom
Connor Hellebuyck made 41 saves in the 2026 Olympic gold-medal game, earning the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his key role in Team USA's first men's hockey gold since 1980.
- President Donald Trump declared during the State of the Union he will soon award Connor Hellebuyck, U.S. men's hockey goalie, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, noting it honors many athletes.
- Hellebuyck made 41 saves, including a crucial stop, in the United States' 2-1 victory over Canada at the Milan Cortina Games.
- In the House chamber, lawmakers greeted the Team USA men's hockey team with standing ovations and `U-S-A` chants during the State of the Union address.
- Five players skipped the Capitol and White House appearances, and the team faced backlash after a recorded call with Trump where players were heard laughing.
- Given without a formal nomination process, the Presidential Medal of Freedom is regarded as the U.S. government's highest civilian honor, often reflecting presidential priorities, and is awarded at the discretion of the president.
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Trump to award Medal of Freedom to Michigan native, Olympic goalie Connor Hellebuyck
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump announced during the State of the Union on Tuesday night that he will award the nation’s highest civilian honor to Michigan native Connor
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