US Olympic hockey star Quinn Hughes calls America 'greatest country in the world' after game-winning shot

NHL star Quinn Hughes became an Olympic hero for Team USA when he hit an overtime goal to lift his country over Sweden in the men's hockey qualifying round. 

His statements after the game may have made him a national hero among many Americans. 

"It's special," Hughes told reporters of seeing American flags and hearing "U-S-A" chants in the arena.

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"I love the U.S., and it's the greatest country in the world. So, I'm happy to represent here with these guys...