Canadian women's hockey defender Claire Thompson is likely to play in Thursday's gold-medal game against the U.S. despite missing practice due to an upper-body injury. Head coach Troy Ryan confirmed that all signs point to Thompson being available for the contest, which will be broadcast on CBC Gem and Sportsnet+.
Thompson, who has four points (one goal, three assists) in six Olympic games, is tied for fourth among defenders in scoring. Canada will be aiming to defend its gold medal against the U.S., which has won seven consecutive games against its rival.