{"id":42911,"date":"2026-02-14T18:37:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T22:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/hughes-brothers-each-get-2-assists-usa-tops-latvia-5-1-at-olympics\/"},"modified":"2026-02-14T18:37:29","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T22:37:29","slug":"81287-hughes-brothers-each-get-2-assists-usa-tops-latvia-5-1-at-olympics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/81287-hughes-brothers-each-get-2-assists-usa-tops-latvia-5-1-at-olympics\/","title":{"rendered":"Hughes brothers each get 2 assists, USA tops Latvia 5-1 at Olympics"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brother Act<\/b> at the Olympics<\/b>: Jack Hughes<\/b> and Quinn Hughes<\/b> each tallied two assists<\/b> Thursday as Team USA<\/b> demolished Latvia 5-1<\/b> in their opening Men’s Ice Hockey<\/b> bout at Milano Cortina 2026<\/b>. The Hughes brothers<\/b> historic debut together marks a generational moment. This dominant victory launches USA<\/b> into medal contention.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Final Score<\/b>: USA 5<\/b>, Latvia 1<\/b> on February 12, 2026<\/b><\/li>\n
  • Hughes Brothers<\/b>: Each recorded two assists<\/b> in their first Olympic appearance<\/b> together<\/li>\n
  • Brock Nelson Hero<\/b>: The Colorado Avalanche<\/b> forward netted two goals<\/b> to spark the Americans<\/b><\/li>\n
  • USA Dominance<\/b>: Outshot Latvia 38-18<\/b>, with goal scorers across the roster<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    The Hughes Brothers Make Olympic History<\/h2>\n

    Jack Hughes<\/b>, the New Jersey Devils<\/b> star, and his brother Quinn Hughes<\/b>, the Minnesota Wild<\/b> defenseman, finally shared the ice for Team USA<\/b> on Thursday. The moment was nothing short of magical. Both brothers<\/b> recorded exactly two assists each<\/b> in the dominant 5-1 victory<\/b>. Jack’s game experience<\/b> proved crucial on offense, while Quinn<\/b> controlled play from the back. This was their first Olympic<\/b> competition together, ending a drought of playing alongside one another at the highest level.<\/p>\n

    The brothers<\/b> grew up dreaming of representing their country on the world’s biggest stage. Now, in Milan<\/b>, that dream became reality. Jack<\/b> assisted on Brock Nelson’s goals<\/b>, sparking chemistry immediately. Quinn<\/b> orchestrated from defense. Their combined presence elevated Team USA<\/b>‘s overall play throughout the contest.<\/p>\n

    Brock Nelson Steals the Show with Two Goals<\/h2>\n

    Brock Nelson<\/b>, at 34 years old<\/b>, delivered a pair of clinical goals to guide USA<\/b> to victory. The Avalanche<\/b> forward, the oldest player on Team USA’s<\/b> roster, proved age is merely a number. Nelson’s first goal<\/b> came in the middle period<\/b>, giving USA<\/b> a 2-1 lead at 10:38<\/b>. He buried another to seal the game’s outcome in the second period<\/b>. Jack Hughes<\/b> assisted on both tallies, showcasing immediate chemistry on the ice.<\/p>\n

    Nelson’s performance reignited Team USA’s<\/b> offense after early adversity. The Latvians<\/b> had mounted some early resistance with disallowed goals and defensive effort. But Nelson<\/b> put that to rest with clean, decisive finishing. His playoff-tested hockey sense on display.<\/p>\n

    Scoring Breakdown and Statistical Dominance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Goal Scorer<\/td>\nPeriod<\/td>\nAssists<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Brady Tkachuk<\/b><\/td>\n1st<\/td>\nTeam Start<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Brock Nelson (1)<\/b><\/td>\n2nd<\/td>\nJ. Hughes, V. Trocheck<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Tage Thompson<\/b> (PP)<\/td>\n2nd<\/td>\nJ. Eichel, Q. Hughes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Brock Nelson (2)<\/b><\/td>\n2nd<\/td>\nJ. Hughes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Auston Matthews<\/b><\/td>\n3rd<\/td>\nQ. Hughes, M. Tkachuk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    Team USA<\/b> recorded 38 shots<\/b> compared to Latvia’s 18<\/b>, reflecting total hockey domination. Connor Hellebuyck<\/b> delivered 17 saves<\/b> between the pipes, shutting down late Latvian<\/b> pressure. USA<\/b> went 2-3 on power play<\/b> opportunities, while Latvia<\/b> failed to capitalize on any man advantage<\/b>. The game cemented Team USA’s<\/b> credentials as medal contenders in Milano Cortina<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    What The Hughes Brothers’ Performance Signals for USA<\/h2>\n

    The Hughes brothers’<\/b> success against Latvia<\/b> signals USA<\/b> possesses the star power and depth to challenge for gold<\/b>. Jack’s<\/b> offensive creativity combined with Quinn’s<\/b> defensive reliability creates a complete all-around game. Coach Bill Guerin’s<\/b> squad now advances to a Saturday matchup<\/b> with Denmark<\/b>, where young stars and veterans alike must maintain momentum. The brothers<\/b> proved they can elevate their teammates in critical moments.<\/p>\n

    \n“To say you can assist on your younger brother’s play at the Olympics is pretty special,” Jack Hughes<\/b> reflected after the contest, representing a career achievement both brothers will cherish forever.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 Jack Hughes<\/b>, New Jersey Devils, Team USA<\/p>\n

    Can Team USA Ride This Momentum All the Way to Gold?<\/h2>\n

    Thursday’s 5-1 rout<\/b> of Latvia<\/b> showcased USA Hockey’s<\/b> balanced offensive approach and defensive stability. With Brock Nelson<\/b> producing goals, Matthew Tkachuk<\/b> creating chances, and both Hughes brothers<\/b> orchestrating play, Team USA<\/b> features multiple scoring threats. Connor Hellebuyck’s<\/b> steady goaltending provides assurance. The Americans<\/b> will face tougher tests ahead, but opening with such dominance builds championship-level confidence.<\/p>\n

    The 2026 Winter Olympics<\/b> remain wide open, but USA Hockey<\/b> has announced its presence. Jack Hughes, Quinn Hughes,<\/b> and their teammates<\/b> now target Denmark, gold medal aspirations,<\/b> and hockey immortality. Thursday was just the beginning of what could become an unforgettable journey.<\/p>\n

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    Watch: Full Highlights<\/h3>\n