All 12 participating ice hockey federations have announced the initial six players proposed to their preliminary rosters for the men’s ice hockey tournament at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. The announcement was made in cooperation with the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), the National Hockey League (NHL), the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA), and the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
- Canada: Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, Connor McDavid, Brayden Point, Sam Reinhart
- Czechia: David Pastrnak, Martin Necas, Ondrej Palat, Pavel Zacha, Radko Gudas, Lukas Dostal
- Denmark: Frederik Andersen, Nikolaj Ehlers, Oliver Bjorkstrand, Jesper Jensen Aabo, Lars Eller, Jonas Rondbjerg
- Finland: Juuse Saros, Esa Lindell, Miro Heiskanen, Mikko Rantanen, Aleksander Barkov, Sebastian Aho
- France: Yohann Auvitu, Jules Boscq, Hugo Gallet, Alexandre Texier, Pierre-Edouard Bellemare, Jordann Perret
- Germany: Leon Draisaitl, Moritz Seider, Philipp Grubauer, Lukas Reichel, Nico Sturm, Tim Stutzle
- Italy: Damian Clara, Thomas Larkin, Luca Zanatta, Diego Kostner, Tommy Purdeller, Daniel Mantenuto
- Latvia: Rodrigo Abols, Uvis Balinskis, Zemgus Girgensons, Elvis Merzlikins, Arturs Silovs, Teodors Blugers
- Slovakia: Juraj Slafkovsky, Martin Pospisil, Simon Nemec, Martin Fehervary, Erik Cernak, Tomas Tatar
- Sweden: Rasmus Dahlin, Victor Hedman, Adrian Kempe, Gabriel Landeskog, William Nylander, Lucas Raymond
- Switzerland: Jonas Siegenthaler, Roman Josi, Kevin Fiala, Nico Hischier, Nino Niederreiter, Timo Meier
- USA: Matthew Tkachuk, Brady Tkachuk, Auston Matthews, Jack Eichel, Quinn Hughes, Charlie McAvoy
Milano Cortina 2026 represents an important moment in ice hockey history. For the first time in 12 years, NHL players will participate in the Olympic Winter Games, heightening the anticipation among athletes, fans, media, and organizers alike.
“We are thrilled to welcome NHL players back to the Winter Olympics. For the IIHF, this is a major step in showcasing ice hockey at its highest level on the world stage. Fans in Milano Cortina and around the globe can look forward to world-class competition and unforgettable moments. This return strengthens our partnership with the NHL, NHLPA and IOC, and we are excited for what’s ahead. I…
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