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Yahoo
01-08-2025
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- Yahoo
Seth Jarvis Invited To Canada's National Teams Orientation Camp With Hopes To Make Olympic Roster
Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis is one of 92 players to attend Hockey Canada's National Teams Orientation Camp, set for Aug. 26-28 in Calgary. The National Teams Orientation Camp is a three-day, off-ice event with players and staff from all three programs, which will include presentations, team-building opportunities, team meetings and media opportunities in preparation for the upcoming season in preparation for the 2026 Winter Olympics in February. This list of players invited comprises some of the top hockey players in the world including Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, and many more. 'We are excited to unveil the 92 athletes who will kick off the road to Italy, and to bring our men's, women's and para hockey teams together for three days as the first step towards our goal of winning triple gold in February,' said Scott Salmond, Hockey Canada's senior vice-president of high performance and hockey operations. 'While the next several months will bring intense evaluation and difficult roster decisions, we look forward to kicking off the season in Calgary and giving our athletes and staff a chance to come together and start to become one team as we set our sights on February.' 'This season will be an exciting time for Hockey Canada and for the sport as a whole, and we are excited to continue our preparation by welcoming 92 men's, women's and para hockey athletes to Calgary this summer,' said Katherine Henderson, Hockey Canada's president and chief executive officer, who provides support to all three programs. 'We certainly do not take for granted the opportunity and privilege we have to unite Canadians through our National Winter Sport, and we are confident that our national team athletes, coaches and staff will represent our country with tremendous pride on and off the ice as they deliver on our commitment to performance excellence.' 'A Year Ago, I Probably Would Have Told You You Were Crazy.': Carolina Hurricanes Jackson Blake, Eric Tulsky On Eight-Year Extension The Carolina Hurricanes extended forward Jackson Blake earlier this month, signing the winger to an eight-year, $45 million deal that kicks in 2026-27. Jarvis won the gold medal at the 4 Nations Face-Off with Team Canada this past season, and will now strive to make the Olympic roster.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Hockey Canada Reveals First Six Players in 2026 Olympic Roster
Hockey Canada Reveals First Six Players in 2026 Olympic Roster originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Hockey Canada's road to the 2026 Winter Olympics officially began Monday with the announcement of the first six players bound for a trip to Milano-Cortina next February. Advertisement With NHL stars again eligible for Olympic participation for the first time since 2014, Hockey Canada's brass made a strong statement by selecting a veteran-heavy group with high-end skill and championship experience. Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid and fellow Canadian legend and Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby lead the list. McDavid is fresh off another 100-point campaign and is currently guiding the Edmonton Oilers through the Stanley Cup Final while facing a must-win Game 6 on Tuesday night. Crosby, meanwhile, remains a cornerstone of Canada's international legacy, returning for his third Olympics after winning gold in both 2010 and 2014. Also named were Colorado Avalanche duo Nathan MacKinnon at forward and Cale Makar on the blue line. Advertisement MacKinnon posted 116 points this past season and led all players in scoring at the 4 Nations tournament. Makar, meanwhile, just captured his second Norris Trophy with a career-high 92 points last season. Team Canada forward Sidney Crosby (87)David Kirouac-Imagn Images Rounding up the first six players named to the roster are Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brayden Point and Florida Panthers forward Sam Reinhart. Point earned his spot with another 40-goal season and two Stanley Cup rings to his name in the last five years. Reinhart, who replaced Brad Marchand from last year's preliminary list, has been key to Florida's third consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Final and was a Selke Trophy nominee this season. Advertisement The Olympic tournament will begin on February 11, 2026, with the gold medal game set for February 22. Canada will compete in Group A alongside Czechia, Switzerland, and France. Related: NHL Makes Historic Connor McDavid Announcement Amid Stanley Cup Final Related: NHL Makes Historic Sam Bennett Announcement Amid Stanley Cup Final This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
30-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Mikaela Shiffrin opens up about her PTSD ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics
Mikaela Shiffrin opens up about her PTSD ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics Show Caption Hide Caption Paul George on 2028 LA Olympics Paul George shares what Team USA needs to do to remain dominant in the 2028 LA Summer Olympics. Sports Seriously Mikaela Shiffrin, the American World Cup alpine skier and two-time Olympic Gold medalist, bravely shared her journey of being diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after an incident Killington, Vermont with the Players' Tribune. In her article for the Players' Tribune, Shiffrin recounts a crash during the giant slalom race in November 2024, where she suffered a puncture wound to her abdomen and severe muscle trauma that required surgery just 12 days later. Despite this setback, she remained focused on competing that season. She described her experience of returning to the slopes, feeling off during training runs, and struggling with a lack of control over her body—something she had never faced before. Shiffrin described the crash as a traumatic event that led to her diagnosis of PTSD. She realized that it's different for everyone, and people experience it in their own way. "I just needed to keep doing it. Needed to keep reminding myself — proving to myself, really — that the vast majority of times when I am training or racing … nothing terrible happens," Shiffrin wrote. "The vast majority of times, I don't end up with a puncture wound through my obliques. Like, most of the time, everything really does end up OK." Shiffrin returned to the snow in January 2025 and went on to claim win No. 101 with the slalom at the World Cup finals in March 2025. More: Mikaela Shiffrin gets win in final race of roller-coaster season Is Mikaela Shiffrin competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics? Mikaela Shiffrin is expected to compete in the Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina 2026, according to the official Olympics website. When do the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics start? The 2026 Winter Olympic Games are set to begin on February 6, 2026, and will run through February 22, 2026. The Paralympic Games will take place from March 6 to March 15, 2026. Where will the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics be held? The 2026 Winter Olympic Games will be held in Italy for the third time, with Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo as the official hosts of the event. How to watch the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics? The streaming service Peacock will provide coverage of every event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The coverage will kick off with the Opening Ceremony, which will take place at San Siro Stadium in Milan and will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock on Friday, February 6, 2026.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
2026 Winter Olympics – Men's Ice Hockey Betting Odds & Team Outlooks
Betting Odds unveiled for Men's Ice Hockey at 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy As the IIHF World Championships work their way into the final rounds, we look ahead to the next international tournament with the 2026 Winter Olympics. Officially known as the Milano Cortina 2026, the Olympic games will be hosted in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, from February 6 to 22 with NHL players returning to Olympic ice for the first time since the Four Nations Face-Off this past February. The men's hockey tournament promises to be one of the premier events of the Games. Official Venues: PalaItalia and Fiera Milano Pavilion, Milan. More NHL: Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner Next Team Betting Odds Revealed 1. Canada (+150) 2. USA (+200) 3. Sweden (+550) 4. Finland (+750) 5. Czechia (+1400) 6. Switzerland (+5000) 7. Slovakia (+5000) 8. Germany (+5000) 9. Latvia (+14000) 10. Denmark (+14000) 11. Italy (+25000) 12. France (+25000) More NHL: Conference Finals Betting Round-Up: Unlikely Heroes Emerging as Value Plays After Game 1 Canada enters the tournament as the favorite thanks to its world-class talent pool. Led by superstars such as Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, and Cale Makar, the Canadians boast a near-unmatched combination of speed, skill, and experience. While goaltending has been an area of concern in the past, Jordan Binnington showed at Four Nations that he can be a gamer and a reliable netminder when his nation needs him. Anything less than gold would be seen as a disappointment for this hockey powerhouse. The United States is poised to challenge Canada's dominance with one of its deepest Olympic rosters in history. Auston Matthews headlines a forward group supported by Jack Eichel, Matthew and Brady Tkachuk. On defense, Adam Fox and Quinn Hughes add elite puck-moving skills. With Connor Hellebuyck likely starting in net, the U.S. has a real chance to capture its first Olympic gold in the sport since 1980. Sweden always brings a balanced, technically skilled team, and 2026 is no different. Veterans like Victor Hedman and Erik Karlsson will anchor the defense, while William Nylander, Elias Pettersson, and Mika Zibanejad provide offensive firepower. If they can get consistent goaltending from Linus Ullmark or Filip Gustavsson, Sweden has the tools to make a deep run. Finland's reputation for structured, defensive hockey and team-first mentality makes them a perennial dark horse. Aleksander Barkov, Sebastian Aho, and Mikko Rantanen headline a solid group of forwards. On defense, Miro Heiskanen leads the charge. With their gold-medal win at the 2022 Olympics still fresh, the Finns can never be overlooked. Czechia brings a dangerous blend of scoring talent and grit. David Pastrnak is a game-breaking winger, supported by Tomas Hertl, David Krejci, and Martin Nečas. However, their chances will hinge on their defensive structure and whether Petr Mrázek or Karel Vejmelka can deliver elite goaltending. They're not favorites, but they have the potential to surprise. Switzerland has quietly developed into a competitive international team. Roman Josi is a top-tier defenseman, while forwards like Kevin Fiala and Nico Hischier can score in bunches. The challenge will be depth and consistency, especially against the elite teams, but they're capable of a quarterfinal upset. More NHL: Veterans First: NHL Insiders Pick Players Who Deserve Cup First From Each Contender Slovakia is relying heavily on its new wave of young talent. Juraj Slafkovsky, the top pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, will be a focal point, while veterans like Tomas Tatar bring experience. Goaltending and defensive depth are areas of concern, but the Slovaks are physical and determined competitors. Germany continues to rise in international hockey, following a silver medal finish in 2018. Leon Draisaitl is one of the world's best players, and Tim Stützle adds offensive flair. If they get strong play from goaltender Philipp Grubauer, Germany could repeat or even exceed its recent Olympic success. Latvia shocked the hockey world with a bronze medal at the 2023 IIHF World Championship. Though lacking NHL star power, players like Rudolfs Balcers and goaltender Elvis Merzļikins give the team credibility. They're physical, disciplined, and never an easy out. Denmark's rise in international hockey has been impressive. Nikolaj Ehlers and Oliver Bjorkstrand lead their offense, while goaltender Frederik Andersen could steal a game or two. Still, limited depth may keep them from progressing beyond the group stage. As co-hosts, Italy will be motivated to put on a respectable showing. While the talent gap is considerable, home-ice energy and experience from dual-national players like Alex Petan or Diego Kostner might make for a competitive game or two. France rounds out the field as an underdog. Pierre-Édouard Bellemare and Alexandre Texier provide NHL pedigree, but overall depth and defensive consistency are lacking. Gaining Olympic experience will be the main goal for this growing hockey nation. More NHL: Stanley Cup Playoffs: Betting Odds For the Conference Finals
