BREAKING: Kuemper, Morrissey, Bennett Officially Out for Canada
Team Canada will be without Darcy Kuemper, Josh Morrissey, and Sam Bennett for international play, while Czechia also loses three key players.
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Team Canada will be without Darcy Kuemper, Josh Morrissey, and Sam Bennett for international play, while Czechia also loses three key players.
Slovakia defeated Germany 6-2 on Wednesday to advance to the semifinals, keeping their hopes alive for a record-breaking international finish.

As NHL players return to the international stage, we analyze the 2026 Olympic men's hockey medal round bracket and the path to the gold medal final in Milan.
Sweden's 5-1 win over Latvia leaves one high-stakes qualifying match remaining before the tournament moves to Quarterfinal Wednesday.

Veteran forward Jeff Skinner has cleared waivers after being placed on the wire by the San Jose Sharks. This move leaves the veteran's future in San Jose uncertain as the team continues its rebuild.
Czechia forward Radek Faksa will miss the upcoming game against Canada due to an injury sustained against Switzerland, per coach Radim Rulik.
Jeff Skinner is officially an unrestricted free agent after clearing waivers for the purpose of a buyout by the Buffalo Sabres.
Jan Rutta returns to the Czechia lineup following an injury against Canada, while Radek Faksa is ruled out after being hurt against Switzerland.
Switzerland advances to the quarterfinals with a 3-0 shutout win over Italy, outshooting them 51-20.

The Carolina Hurricanes have secured goaltender Brandon Bussi with a three-year, $5.7 million extension, rewarding his unlikely rise to prominence in the NHL.
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed goaltender Brandon Bussi to a three-year, $5.7 million contract extension.
San Jose Sharks forward Jeff Skinner has been placed on unconditional waivers for the purpose of contract termination, per Elliotte Friedman.

The Los Angeles Kings face a significant challenge as star forward Kevin Fiala is ruled out for the rest of the regular season following successful leg surgery.

Team USA secured a perfect 3-0 record in the 2026 Olympic preliminary round with a 5-1 win over Germany. Auston Matthews led the way with two goals, while the team monitors an injury to defenseman Seth Jones.

Auston Matthews scored twice and Connor Hellebuyck made 23 saves as the U.S. men's hockey team defeated Germany 5-1 to secure the No. 2 seed for the Olympic knockout round.
The tournament's top seed is set to play the winner of Czechia vs. Denmark in the quarterfinals, per Elliotte Friedman and James Duthie.
Denmark defeated Latvia 4-2 behind 33 saves from Frederik Andersen, setting up a high-stakes Pool C finale between Germany and the USA.

Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson dropped the gloves in a rare Olympic hockey fight to defend teammate Nathan MacKinnon during Canada's game against France.

Team Canada dominated France in a blowout victory to likely secure the top seed for the 2026 Olympic knockout round. Read the full analysis and player grades.

Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid each notched three points as Canada dismantled France 10-2 to secure their spot in the Olympic quarterfinals.
Canada defeated France 10-2 to finish round-robin play with a +17 goal differential, forcing Team USA to win by 10 tonight to take the top seed.

Team USA has officially punched its ticket to the 2026 Winter Olympics quarterfinals following a decisive victory over Germany. Led by a surge of NHL talent, the Americans remain a top contender for gold in Milan-Cortina.
Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson will not face an automatic one-game suspension for his fighting major under the 2025-26 IIHF rulebook.
Latvia faces Denmark with a top-two Group C seed on the line as Arturs Silovs and Frederik Andersen start in net.
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