Bruins' Swayman Wins First Olympic Game for Team USA

Jeremy Swayman's first Olympic win wasn't picture perfect, but it taught us something more valuable than a shutout ever could.

The Boston Bruins goalie helped Team USA defeat Denmark 6-3 in their second game of the 2026 Milan Olympics, keeping the Americans undefeated atop their group. Swayman faced early struggles when Denmark scored just 1:40 into the game after the puck bounced off a teammate's skate.

Things got tougher when a Danish player fired from center ice and caught Swayman off guard, giving Denmark a 2-1 lead. For a goalie making his Olympic debut, these weren't the highlight reel saves he dreamed about.

But here's where the story gets good. Team USA didn't panic or point fingers. They rallied around their goalie and scored three straight goals to take a 4-2 lead.

Denmark scored again late in the second period to make it 4-3, setting up a tense final frame. Instead of crumbling under pressure, both Swayman and Team USA locked it down when everything was on the line.

The Bright Side

Sometimes the best wins aren't the easy ones. Swayman finished with 18 saves and learned what it takes to succeed on hockey's biggest stage, even when nothing comes easy.

His teammates showed him what Olympic hockey is really about: trust, resilience, and finishing strong together. Team USA controlled the entire third period and added two insurance goals to seal the victory.

The Americans now sit atop Group C with two wins heading into their final group game against Germany on Sunday. They've proven they can win different types of games, from dominant performances to gritty comebacks.

For Swayman, this imperfect victory might teach him more than any shutout could. He kept fighting, stayed confident, and got the job done when his team needed him most.