Mark Stone Strikes with Shorthanded Goal in Dominant First Period

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Published: February 15, 2026 11:51 AM ET

Mark Stone Strikes with Shorthanded Goal in Dominant First Period

The first period of the Olympic hockey match between Canada and France showcased an impressive performance from the Canadian team. With three goals scored, Canada established a commanding 3-1 lead by the end of the period.

Early Goals Spark Canadian Offense

Tom Wilson, a power forward for the Washington Capitals, opened the scoring at 8:41. He netted his first Olympic goal, capitalizing on a rebound from Drew Doughty. Connor McDavid, a standout player, provided an assist, enhancing his impact on the game.

France responded quickly, with Floran Douay scoring just 13 seconds after Wilson’s goal, narrowing the gap. However, the Canadians regained their lead shortly after. Devon Toews, a defender for the Colorado Avalanche, scored at 9:33. Sidney Crosby and Cal Makar assisted on this critical goal.

Mark Stone’s Shorthanded Goal

Mark Stone, a veteran forward from the Vegas Golden Knights, sealed the first period with a spectacular shorthanded breakaway goal, just four seconds before the buzzer. This marked his second goal of the tournament and underscored Canada’s offensive strength.