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Team USA’s gold medal celebration carried a profound emotional weight, extending far beyond the victory itself. In a moment that transformed the traditional championship photo, players brought Johnny Gaudreau’s children onto the ice and lifted his No. 13 jersey into view, turning a customary snapshot of triumph into a heartfelt tribute defined by remembrance and presence. 🫶🇺🇸 Gaudreau, who died in August 2024 at the age of 31 after being struck by a drunk driver while riding a bicycle with his brother, remained an enduring part of the team’s journey throughout the tournament. His jersey hung in the locker room, his absence deeply felt but never unacknowledged. Including his children in the celebration ensured that, even in loss, he remained woven into the team’s most meaningful moment. 🇺🇸