Landon DuPont excels with four assists in gold medal win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:21 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Landon DuPont led Canada to an 8-1 victory over the United States in the gold-medal game at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup in Edmonton. The Michigan freshman defenseman recorded four assists and contributed to Canada’s dominant performance, marking its first major international victory in the 2025-26 season. DuPont finished the tournament with two goals and six assists, totaling eight points in five games. He expressed his excitement for joining a talented Michigan team that includes several first-round NHL picks.
- •DuPont had four assists in the gold medal game against the U.S.
- •Canada won the gold medal at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
- •DuPont is projected as a top pick for the 2027 NHL Draft.
- •Canada's victory is its first in a major international tournament this season.
- •DuPont has committed to play for Michigan, joining several NHL prospects.
- 12:21 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan commit DuPont puts on a show at Hlinka Gretzky Cup
"Landon DuPont had four assists in Canada's 8-1 victory over the United States in the gold-medal game at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
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