In a remarkable piece of sports history, the gold ring awarded to Mike Eruzione, the coach of the 1980 US Olympic "Miracle on Ice" hockey team, has sold for a staggering $549,000 at auction. The iconic team, led by coach Herb Brooks, pulled off one of the greatest upsets in sports history, defeating the heavily favored Soviet Union team en route to a gold medal. Eruzione, the team's captain, scored the winning goal in the semifinal game against the Soviets, cementing the team's place in American sports lore. The sale of the ring is a testament to the enduring legacy of the "Miracle on Ice" team and the impact it had on American sports culture.

'Miracle on Ice' coach's ring sells for $549,000 at auction  ESPN