Knight described Trump’s remark as “distasteful,” saying it overshadowed the women’s Olympic success. Days later, she and Keller appeared on SNL alongside men’s team members Jack and Quinn Hughes. Opening the segment, Knight quipped: “It was going to be just us, but we thought we’d invite the guys, too,” drawing a strong reaction from the audience.

The situation also sparked debate beyond hockey. Former USWNT star Megan Rapinoe criticized the men’s team for accepting Trump’s invitation, arguing it diminished their achievement. Speaking on her podcast, she said athletes should not allow their defining career moments to be “co-opted” for political purposes. The exchange has fueled wider conversations about sports, politics, and how athletes choose to celebrate historic victories.