2026 Winter Classic Recap | World Juniors Gold Medal Preview + NHL News Jan 5 2026

Hello guys! Welcome back to another episode of the Hockey Talk with TG Podcast — and welcome to the first episode of 2026.

On today’s show, I break down the biggest NHL storylines from the weekend, including thrilling overtime finishes, comeback wins, and statement performances across the league as the new year gets rolling.

We start with a full recap of key NHL games, highlighted by late-game heroics and milestone moments. From Montreal’s continued surge in the Atlantic Division to Sidney Crosby adding another historic overtime winner to his legendary résumé, we dive into what these results mean moving forward. We also touch on streaks, standings movement, and teams trending in opposite directions.

The episode also features a 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship Gold Medal Game preview, as Sweden and Czechia set up a highly anticipated all-European final. We discuss how each team reached the championship game, the key players to watch, and why this matchup represents a shifting landscape at the World Juniors. History, momentum, and tournament narratives are all on the line.

To wrap things up, we look ahead to Monday night’s NHL slate and what fans should be watching for across the league.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode.

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