Italy opted against finding NHL players with Italian heritage to make up its men's ice hockey team at the Milan Cortina Olympics. That means most of the roster is made up of homegrown talent including Anaheim prospect goaltender DamienClara... .
Here's what to know about men's hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics, including why NHL players were briefly unable to play in the Olympics for a few cycles.When's the last time NHL players were in the Winter Olympics?.
Every player is required to wear a neck guard ... The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association agreed to grandfather in the use of neck guards for incoming players starting next season as part of their most recent collective bargaining agreement.