At the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Canada’s Marie‑Philip Poulin once again proved why she is dubbed the ‘gold‑medal scorer.’ In the knockout round, she returned from a lower‑body injury to net both game‑winning goals against Switzerland, a performance that not only secured a semifinal berth but also pushed her career Olympic goal total to a record‑breaking 20.
Poulin’s resilience was on full display after the injury sustained in the tournament’s second game threatened to sideline her. Her swift recovery and clutch shooting highlighted a career defined by timely contributions, a trait that has now earned her five Olympic medals, including three golds.
Although the Canadian team fell to the United States in overtime during the gold‑medal final, Poulin’s impact remained undiminished. She continues to hold the unique distinction of scoring in four consecutive gold‑medal games, a record that spans both men’s and women’s hockey.
A leader on and off the ice
Beyond the Olympic stage, Poulin serves as captain of the Montréal Victoire in the Professional Women’s Hockey League, where she also leads the league in scoring. Her leadership culminated in a historic championship in May, earning her the league’s Playoff MVP award.