Jack Hughes Heroics Resurfaces Tate Mcrae Rumors: What We Know
Tate Mcrae has become an unexpected focal point after the U. S. men’s hockey team beat Canada for the gold medal at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina on February 22, 2026. The Canadian-born singer-songwriter is facing fan backlash tied to relationship rumors and a promotional social post tied to the Olympic broadcast.
Why Tate Mcrae Is Facing Backlash
Born in Calgary, Alberta, Tate Mcrae is being criticized by some fans who view her recent actions as favoring Team USA over Team Canada in the final Olympic matchup. The backlash ranges from jokes and disappointment to stronger reactions such as blocking her online and calls for a boycott.
The Olympic moment: U. S. beats Canada in Milan-Cortina
The men’s gold medal match at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic games ended in a 2-1 overtime victory for the United States over Canada on day 16 of the tournament at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena in Milan, Italy on February 22, 2026. The winning goal was scored by Jack Hughes, who wears number 86. Teammate Quinn Hughes, wearing number 43, celebrated alongside him after the overtime finish.
Romance rumors with Jack Hughes
Part of the response stems from long-running romance rumors linking Tate Mcrae to Jack Hughes, the player credited with the game-winning goal. The pair were seen together in New York City in November 2025, and neither camp has publicly denied that a relationship exists. That silence has led many fans to infer an ongoing spark and to suggest the romance could influence Mcrae’s perceived loyalties between the two national teams.
The social media flashpoint
Tate Mcrae posted a promotional video on her Instagram account tied to an American broadcast network’s official coverage of the Olympics and Paralympics in Milan-Cortina for U. S. audiences. That post drew jokes and facetious ire from many fans, particularly those in Canada. One user, @natashbyy, reacted by questioning why a Canadian artist would post the promotion, while another user, @serenasned, expressed that Canadians do not cheer for Team USA in winter sports, especially after such a loss. Several Canadian fans have stated that no amount of money would make them cheer against Team Canada.
In some cases, the reactions escalated beyond comments: users have shared screenshots showing that they blocked the artist and have urged other Canadians to do the same, amplifying calls for a boycott of Mcrae’s work among certain groups of fans. Other reactions remained lighthearted or born of disappointment rather than hostility.
What happens next
This remains a developing situation. The combination of on-ice drama—a 2-1 overtime gold-medal victory for the U. S. —romance speculation tied to Jack Hughes, and a promotional social post has created a momentary flashpoint for Tate Mcrae’s public image among some fans. Observers note that the responses include a mix of jest, disappointment, and harsher actions like blocking and calls for boycott; details and reactions may continue to evolve.
A career note included in the original coverage described Amanda Vining as a career journalist with over 20 years of experience covering news for digital publications. Many fans and commentators are hoping the tension will fizzle out soon so everyone can return to enjoying both good sports and good music across the USA-Canadian border.
