International Hockey
Canucks players endure losses in Olympic preliminary finale
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Vancouver Canucks players representing Czechia, Latvia, and Germany suffered defeats on the final day of the 2026 Winter Olympics men's hockey preliminary round. Filip Hronek and David Kämpf contributed assists in Czechia's overtime loss to Switzerland, while Teddy Blueger, Anri Ravinskis, and Lukas Reichel recorded shots but could not secure wins for their teams. Earlier, Elias Pettersson scored twice in Sweden's victory over Slovakia.
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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Czechia has announced its roster for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, featuring NHL stars like David Pastrnak and Tomas Hertl. The team aims to secure its first gold medal since 1998, marking the return of NHL players to the Olympics after a 12-year absence. They will open against Canada in Group A on February 12.
NHL.com has released a projected roster for Team Germany ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. The lineup features five NHL forwards, including Leon Draisaitl and Tim Stutzle, alongside European talent. This marks the first Olympic participation for NHL players since the 2014 Sochi Games.
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With 100 days until the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, NHL.com has released projected rosters for Team USA, Team Canada, Team Finland and Team Sweden. The predictions, based on recent performances and the 4 Nations Face-Off, highlight key NHL stars expected to represent their nations in the first Olympics with NHL participation since 2014. Rosters will be officially named around January 1.