Overview
- USA Hockey has invited 44 players to an orientation camp as it assesses candidates for a 25-player roster.
- Six players are already named to Team USA: Jack Eichel, Auston Matthews, Brady Tkachuk, Matthew Tkachuk, Quinn Hughes and Charlie McAvoy.
- Analysts currently project a goaltending trio of Connor Hellebuyck, Jake Oettinger and Jeremy Swayman based on recent tournament roles and performance.
- Injury updates note Brady Tkachuk targeting a late November to mid-December return from thumb surgery, with Matthew Tkachuk expected back before the Olympics after hernia surgery.
- Recent results inform evaluations, with the U.S. finishing second at the 4 Nations Face-Off and winning gold at the 2025 world championships, while projections outline additional forward and defense candidates.