Knight, Hensley team up in leading US to 5-0 win over ROC

Published February 5, 2022 8:37 AM

By JOHN WAWROW
AP Hockey Writer

BEIJING (AP) — Hilary Knight had a goal and an assist, Nicole Hensley stopped 12 shots and the United States women’s hockey team beat the Russians 5-0 in a preliminary-round game at the Beijing Olympics. Savannah Harmon had a goal and two assists for the defending Olympic champions. The U.S. improved to 2-0 and next plays Switzerland on Sunday. The Americans outshot the Russians 62-12 but had difficulty finishing with top-line center Brianna Decker watching on crutches after breaking her ankle in a tournament-opening win over Finland.

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