Fansided · Feb 22
Why David Pastrnak's Olympic performance wasn't as bad as some would think
Feb 18, 2026; Milan, Italy; David Pastrnak of Czechia controls the puck against Canada in a men's ice hockey quarterfinal during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn ImagesDavid Pastrnak would be the first to tell you that his 2026 Winter Olympics wasn't a success. He had five points in five games, and his performance failed to have the groundbreaking impact many expected when he left for Milano-Cortina. Czechia felt like a team poised to upset some teams on the way to the medal rounds, but they ended up falling to Canada in the quarterfinals.