Kane sets U.S. scoring record at world champs

NHL

KOSICE, Slovakia — Patrick Kane scored a goal and had two assists to become the United States’ all-time leading scorer at the world hockey championship in 6-3 win over Britain on Wednesday.

The NHL star and two-time Olympian finished the game with 36 points, surpassing the 33 points U.S. Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Johnson had at world championships. Johnson led the Americans with 11 goals when they won Olympic gold in 1980.

The U.S. has won three straight games in Group A since opening with a loss to the host Slovaks. The Americans have preliminary-round games remaining against Denmark, Germany and Canada.

Products You May Like

Articles You May Like

Gordon returns from calf strain, keys Nuggets win
Bo Jackson gives up $21M in lawsuit vs. family
NBA: Officials erred on pivotal Pels-Mavs play
Mandhana’s 80-ball 135, Rawal’s 154 take India past 400 for the first time
Injured Caps goalie Lindgren returns to practice

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *