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1924 Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Tournament Recap

Photo Credit: Radio Canada International

By Zane Miller

On Sunday, February 3rd, 1924, Canada defeated the United States by one win with a 3-0 record in the final round to win the second gold medal in Olympic men’s ice hockey history. It was the second gold medal for Canada in Olympic men’s ice hockey. The United States took the silver medal with a 2-1 record, claiming their second silver medal in Olympic men’s ice hockey. Great Britain defeated Sweden by one win to take the bronze medal, grabbing their first bronze medal in Olympic men’s ice hockey. The tournament was held in France, with Chamonix as the host city, as it took place during the inaugural Winter Olympics.

Harry Watson of Canada scored the most goals during the tournament with 37. Each team played three games during the preliminary round of the tournament.

1924 Final Standings

1. Canada (3-0, 1.000) (Gold)

2. United States (3-0, 1.000) (Silver)

3. Great Britain (2-1, .667) (Bronze)

4. Sweden (2-1, .667)

5. Czechoslovakia (1-2, .333)

5. France (1-2, .333)

7. Belgium (0-3, .000)

7. Switzerland (0-3, .000)

Game Results