On February 22, 1980, the United States Olympic hockey team took on the heavily favored Soviet Union team in what would become one of the most iconic games in the history of the NHL. The Soviet team had won every gold medal since 1960 and was considered unbeatable. But the American team, made up of amateur and college players, were determined to prove themselves on the world stage.

From the first drop of the puck, the Soviets dominated the game, outshooting the Americans 12-2 in the first period alone. The American goaltender, Jim Craig, played out of his mind, making save after save to keep his team in the game. But it wasn't until the second period that the Americans were able to get on the scoreboard, with a goal from Mark Johnson.

The Soviets responded with a goal of their own, tying the game at 1-1. But with just 10 minutes left in the third period, the unthinkable happened. Mike Eruzione slapped a shot past the Soviet goalie, giving the Americans a 2-1 lead.

The final minutes of the game were a frenzy of Soviet shots and American blocks, but in the end, the underdogs had done it. They had beaten the seemingly unbeatable Soviet team and sent a shockwave through the hockey world.

The Miracle on Ice is still talked about today, 40 years later. It's a reminder of what can happen when a group of determined individuals come together to achieve something great. And for those who witnessed it, it will always be remembered as one of the greatest moments in the history of the NHL.