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Canada's Thompson to Play Despite Injury

Canadian women's hockey defender Claire Thompson is expected to play in Thursday's gold-medal game against the U.S. despite missing practice with an upper-body injury.

Head coach Troy Ryan confirmed Thompson should be fine for the game, noting she received medical treatment during Wednesday's practice absence. The timing of her injury remains unclear.

Thompson is tied for fourth among Olympic defenders with four points (one goal, three assists) in six games. Canada will aim to defend its gold medal against the U.S., which has won seven consecutive games against its rival.