Team USA may need Tage Thompson to step up

Vancouver Canucks v Buffalo Sabres | Joe Hrycych/GettyImagesSeveral Buffalo Sabres are set to represent their home countries at the upcoming Winter Olympic Games. The most talked about of the group has been Rasmus Dahlin, as he's set to be a key member of Team Sweden. However, Dahlin is not the only Sabre whose home country will need a big performance from. Forward Tage Thompson is set to make his Olympic debut for Team USA.

Thompson earned his spot on Team USA thanks to a strong 2025-26 season. In 44 games this season, he has racked up 22 goals and 20 assists for 42 points. His goals and points total currently lead the Sabres. Because of this, Thompson is expected to provide Team USA's…