The Americans calmed down alright since the Russians were unable to pull their goalie, Vladimir Myshkin, in the final minute. They had already pulled their starting goaltender, Vladislav Tretjak, ...

Hockey has had some real head-scratchers over the years. Pulling Vladislav Tretiak for Vladimir Myshkin with a gold medal on the line? In the middle of the Cold War? Gulp. Bad coaching decisions ...