The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 1 - Thoughts on US winning the gold over Canada, Celtics beat the Lakers, Tony Granato
Feb 23, 2026
Tony Granato, former NHL player and coach who led Team USA and the Colorado Avalanche, shares his take on international hockey and coaching choices. He discusses roster construction, penalty-killing priorities, and Connor Hellebuyck’s clutch goaltending. They also debate three-on-three overtime and why Olympic hockey unites fans across the country.
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Olympic Hockey Unifies The Country
- Olympic hockey unifies a divided America because NHL pros visibly play for country, not paychecks.
- Colin Cowherd: players fought in the CBA to secure Olympic participation, showing deep commitment and fan resonance.
Hellebuyck Held Off Canada While Hughes Won It
- The U.S. largely survived Canada’s second-period onslaught and won in overtime.
- Colin highlights Connor Hellebuyck as the best player on ice and Jack Hughes scoring the OT winner.
Celtics Culture Beats Star Reliance
- Celtics maintain identity and defense without Jason Tatum; collective culture trumps star-dependence.
- Colin: Boston plays tough on road and every Celtic competes on both ends, while Lakers act like a collection of individuals.