Hockey
NHL teams face crucial week before 2026 Olympic break
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The NHL schedule winds down for the week of February 2-9, 2026, as teams play their final games before a pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, starting February 6. Several clubs are dealing with injuries, returns to form, and tight playoff positioning, while players prepare for international duty. This period could shape momentum heading into the Olympic hiatus and the post-break stretch.
Detroit Red Wings goaltender Cam Talbot has fond memories of his own goalie fight and cheers the recent resurgence of such rare brawls in the NHL. With two goalie fights occurring in the past two weeks, Talbot reflects on his 2020 scrap and the legendary rivalries that inspired him. He emphasizes the excitement these moments bring to players and fans alike.
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The New York Rangers are exploring trade options for left winger Artemi Panarin, who insists on a contract extension as part of any deal. Meanwhile, Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz is stepping down, leaving the team to navigate the trade deadline amid playoff contention. These developments highlight shifting dynamics ahead of the March 6 deadline.
With the NHL set to pause after games on February 5 for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, teams are focusing on key matchups, trade decisions, and roster adjustments in their last games of the week. Storylines range from playoff positioning and deadline rumors to standout performances and injury recoveries across the league. This critical period could shape momentum heading into the hiatus and the March 6 trade deadline.
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The Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning added flair to their 2026 NHL Stadium Series matchup by arriving in historical themed outfits at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. The Bruins dressed as Revolutionary War-era patriots, while the Lightning honored the local NFL team with Buccaneers uniforms. The game, set for 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, pits two Atlantic Division powerhouses against each other.
Hockey Night in Canada's Inuktitut-language broadcast will air the Ottawa Senators' game against the New Jersey Devils on Saturday night. This marks the second event in a three-game series of Indigenous-language NHL coverage. The matchup begins at 7 p.m. ET at Ottawa's Canadian Tire Centre.
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Several countries have revealed their rosters for the women's hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, Italy. Finland, a medal contender, named a diverse group of players from the PWHL, NCAA, and European leagues. The United States enters as the favorite, while Canada relies on peaking veterans.
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