Playoffs
Canada Clashes Czechia in Olympic Hockey Opener
Canada drops the puck against Czechia in the men's hockey tournament opener at the 2026 Olympics, pitting NHL-heavy lineups in Group A fireworks. Sidney Crosby leads a veteran core hungry for gold after years away from the Games, while Czech stars counter with speed and grit. This prelim sets early momentum in a format where every squad battles through to playoffs.
Teams:Pittsburgh Penguins
Players:Sidney Crosby
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