Olympians Rest Up After Milan Cortina Grind for Cup Push

NHL Olympians drag their battered bodies back from the Milan Cortina grind, chasing every minute of rest they can steal before the playoff sprint. Coaches know the real battle starts now - managing bumps, bruises, and mental fatigue from that brutal tournament pace, all while eyeing the standings cushion for flexibility. Teams with deep runs in sight prioritize peaking over pushing, because one nagging injury post-Olympics can derail a Cup dream.