Monday became a national holiday for Latvia after the country’s biggest hockey win ever. The country, whose national sport is hockey, defeated the United States, 4-3, in overtime in the bronze medal ...

The government of Latvia declared Monday a national holiday after its national hockey team beat the United States on Sunday in the third-place game of the world championship. The bronze is Latvia's ...

A member of the Florida Panthers defensive corps was the recent recipient of a major honor back in his homeland. It’s no secret that Latvia has emerged as one of the most hockey-crazed nations in ...

Following a disappointing overtime loss to Germany in the 2023 IIHF World Hockey Championship semi-finals, Team USA was looking to secure a bronze medal against Latvia. Instead, the Americans are ...

TAMPERE, Finland — Defenseman Kristian Rubins scored his second goal 1:22 into overtime to lead Latvia to a 4-3 victory over the United States and earn a bronze medal at the ice hockey world ...

The tiny, Baltic city of Riga is an underrated gem. Nestled in the heart of Latvia, its ancient historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre, which boast tiny glowing cafes tucked behind churches ...

Kristians Rubins scored the medal winner just 1:22 into the overtime period at Nokia Arena in Finland — the crowd consisted of mostly Latvia fans, so the goal sent just about everybody into a frenzy.