The NHL has made its return to the Winter Olympics after a 12-year absence.
Today, February 10, Canada is set to face off against the Czech Republic, a team that includes players from various leagues, like the Czech, Finnish, Swedish, and Swiss leagues—along with 11 NHL players.
The Canadian roster features 25 players, all of whom have NHL experience, with 23 making their Olympic debut. The group ranges from well-known stars, like Connor McDavid, to emerging talents such as second-year standout Macklin Celebrini.
- Matchup: Canada vs Czech Republic
- Date: February 12 at 10:40 am ET
- Venue: Milan Santa Giulia Ice Hockey Arena, Milan, Italy
- Broadcast: USA Network
- Streaming: DIRECTV offers a free trial
Sidney Crosby, captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, is leading Team Canada for a second time and is aiming for his third Olympic gold medal.
Canada vs Czech Republic Start Time
The game is set to kick off today, February 12, at 10:40 a.m. ET.
How to Watch Canada vs. Czech Republic for Free
If cable isn’t in your plans, various live TV streaming services are available to watch the Olympics without charge. DIRECTV is highlighted as a favored option with a 5-day free trial and plans starting at $69.99 per month, which include the USA Network and other necessary channels.
A subscription can also provide full Olympic coverage, with options like Peacock beginning at $10.99 monthly.
Canada and Czech Republic Team Rosters
Below are the rosters, including the NHL teams for each player.
Canada
- Travis Sanheim (D) – Flyers
- Devon Toews (D) – Avalanche
- Kale Makar (D) – Avalanche
- Thomas Hurley (D) – Stars
- Shea Theodore (D) – Golden Knights
- Josh Morrissey (D) – Jets
- Colton Parayko (D) – Blues
- Drew Doughty (D) – Kings
- Sam Bennett (F) – Panthers
- Nick Suzuki (F) – Canadiens
- Sam Reinhart (F) – Panthers
- Bo Horvat (F) – Islanders
- Macklin Celebrini (F) – Sharks
- Seth Jarvis (F) – Hurricanes
- Nathan MacKinnon (F) – Avalanche
- Brandon Hagel (F) – Lightning
- Tom Wilson (F) – Capitals
- Mark Stone (F) – Golden Knights
- Brad Marchand (F) – Panthers
- Sidney Crosby (F) – Penguins
- Mitch Marner (F) – Golden Knights
- Connor McDavid (F) – Oilers
- Darcy Kuemper (G) – Kings
- Logan Thompson (G) – Capitals
- Jordan Binnington (G) – Blues
Czech Republic
- Radko Gudas (D) – Ducks
- Michal Kempny (D)
- David Szpaczek (D)
- Filip Hronek (D) – Canucks
- Jiri Tichacek (D)
- Jan Rutta (D)
- Radim Simek (D)
- Tomáš Kündratek (D)
- Roman Cervenka (F)
- Radek Faksa (F) – Stars
- Filip Clapic (F)
- Ondrej Palat (F) – Islanders
- Jakub Fleck (F)
- Lukas Sedlak (F)
- Tomáš Hertl (F) – Golden Knights
- David Kemp (F) – Canucks
- Ondrej Cachet (F)
- Dominik Kubalik (F)
- David Pastrnak (F) – Bruins
- Matej Stransky (F)
- David Tomashek (F)
- Martin Nechas (F) – Avalanche
- Lukasz Dostal (G) – Ducks
- Karel Vejmerka (G)
- Daniel Vladar (G) – Flyers
Canada Olympic Hockey Schedule
- February 12, 10:40 am ET – vs. Czech Republic
- February 13, 3:10 pm ET – vs. Switzerland
- February 15, 10:40 am ET – vs. France
When Will the Winter Olympics End?
The 2026 Winter Olympics will wrap up with a closing ceremony on February 22 at 2:30 pm ET.
