In a stunning turn of events at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, the Canadian women's ice hockey team faced an unexpected and humiliating defeat by the hands of the USA, with a final score of 0-5. Key players for the USA, Hannah Bilka and Caroline Harvey, led the offense with Bilka scoring two goals, while Harvey contributed significantly with one goal and two assists. The Canadian team particularly felt the absence of their captain and three-time Olympic champion Marie-Philip Poulin, who was sidelined due to injury from a previous match against the Czech Republic.

This loss marks a significant and negative milestone for Canadian women's hockey, as it is the first time in Olympic history that the team has been shut out in a loss during the Games. Additionally, it is recognized as the second overall loss in group play at the Olympics, a substantial blow to a team that has historically been a powerhouse in women's ice hockey. The performance resulted in Canada's conceding as many goals in this single match as they did in total across multiple other Olympics, including Salt Lake City, Turin, Vancouver, Sochi, and PyeongChang.

As the team reflects on this unexpected setback, it raises questions about their strategies and preparations moving forward in the tournament. They must regroup and find their footing in the coming matches as they aim to restore their reputation and effectiveness in the remaining Olympic games. The implications of this performance could resonate beyond the tournament, influencing fans, analysts, and the future of women's hockey in Canada.