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Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Logan Thompson Can Still Make Team Canada for Olympics Despite Missing Out On Camp Invite
Washington Capitals gaoltender Logan Thompson again saw himself on the outside looking in as he was left off Hockey Canada's roster for its National Teams Orientation Camp. However, there's still a chance he could play in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan come February.
Time of India
03-08-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Nazem Kadri slams Olympic snub after Team Canada leaves Stanley Cup champ off 92-player roster
Nazem Kadri expressed his confusion after being excluded from Hockey Canada's 92-player Olympic orientation camp (Getty Images) At 34 years old, veteran forward Nazem Kadri was baffled by his snub from Team Canada's 92-player orientation camp for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The exclusion of the Stanley Cup champion, who has garnered 710 points in 985 NHL games over 16 seasons, has provoked spirited commentary, especially since the list includes several younger players. Nazem Kadri reacts to being erased from Hockey Canada 's Olympic invite list Nazem Kadri's recent career challenges extend beyond his professional disappointment. The veteran hockey center, a Stanley Cup champion with the Colorado Avalanche, now faces the twin hurdles of being overlooked for a national team opportunity and combating his team's struggles. The announcement of Canada's massive 92-player roster for the Olympic camp was an event to celebrate for many, including Sidney Crosby, who was among the first six players named to the team. 'I know how much pride comes with wearing the Maple Leaf on the international stage,' he uttered, expressing his excitement. The decision by Hockey Canada to leave Kadri off the list for their August camp has sensibly left him stunned. The news was disclosed to the public through an Instagram post from TSN, which shared that 'Hockey Canada has invited 92 players from its men's, women's and para hockey teams to attend its National Teams Orientation Camp, set for Aug. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mountain Gear for Extreme Conditions Trek Kit India Learn More Undo 26-28 in Calgary.' Kadri's visible confusion was made clear when he commented '???' on the post. His bafflement is justified, as he has a Stanley Cup victory and several high-scoring seasons to his name. His dismissal is particularly complicating given that the list includes multiple players who have yet to win the trophy. This snub adds to the existing pressures on the Calgary Flames star, who is also currently the subject of several trade rumors, with potential moves to teams like the Montreal Canadiens or New Jersey Devils being speculated. Also Read: Connor McDavid to the Maple Leafs? Rumors swirl as NHL insider insists it's Toronto or nowhere This latest snub could either ignite a fire in Kadri's game, driving him to silence his critics, or it could simply compound the difficulties of what has already been a challenging year. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
02-08-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
MacKenzie Weegar Named to Team Canada Orientation Camp
Calgary Flames defenceman MacKenzie Weegar has officially been invited to Team Canada's National Teams Orientation Camp, set for August 26–28 in Calgary — another important step toward potentially representing his country on the world's biggest hockey stage.
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid reunite to lead Canada's star-studded Olympic camp roster for Milan-Cortina 2026
Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid prepare to anchor Team Canada's 2026 Olympic hockey squad (Getty Images) As NHL players prepare to return to Olympic action in 2026, Canada's focus sharpens with Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid leading the charge. The pair headline a star-studded roster of 92 athletes invited to Hockey Canada's National Teams Orientation Camp in Calgary from August 26 to 28. With redemption on their minds after a shocking defeat to Denmark at the 2025 IIHF World Championships, Team Canada is gearing up to reclaim hockey supremacy on the global stage. Team Canada's 2026 Olympic hopes rest on Crosby and McDavid's leadership The orientation camp marks a key kickoff for Canada's Olympic preparations, bringing together elite athletes from the men's, women's, and para hockey teams for a three-day, off-ice experience. With activities ranging from presentations and team-building to high-performance meetings, the event is designed to set the tone for a winning season. 'We are excited to unveil the 92 athletes who will kick off the road to Italy,' shared 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… start to become one team as we set our sights on February.' Among the most notable names for the men's team are Connor McDavid, Cale Makar, Nathan MacKinnon, Brad Marchand, Mitch Marner, John Tavares, and Robert Thomas. The roster also includes all 24 players from Canada's victorious 4 Nations Face-Off team, including goaltenders Jordan Binnington, Adin Hill, and Sam Montembeault. The women's side is no less formidable. Marie-Philip Poulin, Sarah Fillier, and Natalie Spooner will be joined by 17 players from the 2022 gold medal-winning team in Beijing. Notably, young stars like Caitlin Kraemer and goaltenders Eve Gascon and Kayle Osborne, all under 23, will bring youthful energy and fresh fire to the squad. A shot at redemption after shocking Denmark defeat For all the accolades, Canada enters this Olympic cycle with something to prove. Just months ago, the national team was handed a shocking quarterfinals exit at the 2025 IIHF World Championships by Denmark, courtesy of Nick Olesen's last-minute goal. That bitter taste lingers—and fuels their drive. With NHL players finally returning to Olympic ice for the first time since 2014, Canada's powerhouse lineup signals a fierce intent to reclaim gold. This isn't just a comeback story—it's a mission of redemption. And with Crosby and McDavid steering the ship, the world will be watching. Also Read: NHL Trade Buzz: Connor McDavid's future unclear as Oilers maintain wait-and-see stance while contract runs out For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Sport
- 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.
