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McDavid to captain Canada in Crosby-free Olympic semi vs Finland
sports7 days ago

McDavid to captain Canada in Crosby-free Olympic semi vs Finland

Canada, without captain Sidney Crosby due to injury, will face Finland in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic men’s hockey semi-final with Connor McDavid wearing the captain’s C. Finland, led by Granlund and captain Lundell, seek back‑to‑back medals as Canada tops scoring at the Games. Canada lead the Olympic head-to-head 8–6 (2–2 with NHL players) and McDavid has 11 points (2G-9A) as puck drop at 16:40 CET on Friday nears; watch details vary by region.

Wilson Delivers Grit and Leadership for Team Canada at Milan Olympics
sports11 days ago

Wilson Delivers Grit and Leadership for Team Canada at Milan Olympics

Tom Wilson has been a standout for Team Canada in Milan, blending physicality with leadership as coach Jon Cooper lauds him as outstanding in the locker room. He backed Nathan MacKinnon after a high hit, got into a fight to defend a teammate, and has been deployed on the top line with Connor McDavid and Macklin Celebrini. With a goal and two assists in three games, Wilson helps Canada, the tournament’s top seed, push toward a gold medal as they advance to the knockout stage.

Celebrini joins McDavid on Canada’s Olympic line, signaling a bold role in Milano Cortina
sports18 days ago

Celebrini joins McDavid on Canada’s Olympic line, signaling a bold role in Milano Cortina

Teen phenom Macklin Celebrini, 19, was placed on a line with Connor McDavid and Tom Wilson during Canada’s first Olympic practice in Milan, signaling a big role for Celebrini at Milano Cortina 2026. Coach Jon Cooper praised Celebrini’s maturity and potential, while Celebrini and McDavid stressed the need to build chemistry; lines may shift before Canada’s opener against Czechia. Celebrini, who sits fourth in the NHL with 81 points (28 goals, 53 assists) in 55 games for San Jose, has already benefited from playing with top players like Crosby, and Canada expects him to handle a bigger stage without deferring.

McDavid hits 18-game point streak as Oilers push for more wins
sports1 month ago

McDavid hits 18-game point streak as Oilers push for more wins

Connor McDavid extended his NHL career-high 18-game point streak to 42 points in 45 games, but Edmonton lost 4-3 in a shootout to the Los Angeles Kings. He stressed a focus on winning and consistency, with coach Kris Knoblauch praising his dedication; the Oilers remain near the Pacific Division lead and McDavid is tied for the NHL scoring lead with Nathan MacKinnon.

Dodgers secure back-to-back World Series titles with dramatic win
sports3 months ago

Dodgers secure back-to-back World Series titles with dramatic win

Connor McDavid expressed empathy for the Toronto Blue Jays after their heartbreaking Game 7 loss in the 2025 World Series, sharing a similar experience from his own team, the Edmonton Oilers, in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. The article highlights the emotional parallels between the two Canadian teams' postseason runs and the unique experience of watching a baseball game during an NHL game in Edmonton.

Connor McDavid's Future: Trade Rumors and NHL's Biggest Story
sports8 months ago

Connor McDavid's Future: Trade Rumors and NHL's Biggest Story

The article discusses the potential trade of NHL star Connor McDavid, highlighting Toronto as the most logical and exciting destination due to their cap space and McDavid's hometown connection, while dismissing a move to the Florida Panthers as detrimental to the sport's competitive balance. It emphasizes the significance of McDavid's possible departure from Edmonton and the implications for the league.

NHL Trade Rumors: Potential Destinations for Connor McDavid and the Future of the Oilers
sports8 months ago

NHL Trade Rumors: Potential Destinations for Connor McDavid and the Future of the Oilers

The article outlines a five-step plan for the Edmonton Oilers to retain star player Connor McDavid by avoiding bad contracts, improving goaltending, retaining promising young players, finding affordable linemates, and focusing on player development, all while managing salary cap constraints and team building challenges.

Oilers' Future Focus: McDavid's Contract and Team Decisions
sports8 months ago

Oilers' Future Focus: McDavid's Contract and Team Decisions

Edmonton Oilers GM Stan Bowman emphasized that keeping star player Connor McDavid beyond his current contract is a top priority, with McDavid considering his future and aiming to win the Stanley Cup, which remains his main goal. McDavid, a highly decorated player, is expected to become the NHL's highest-paid player in his next contract, and the team is preparing roster changes to remain competitive.