Fansided · Feb 16
Men's Olympic group play ends, elimination round seedings set
Feb 12, 2026; Milan, Italy; Auston Matthews of United States celebrates scoring their fifth goal with Matthew Tkachuk of United States against Latvia in men's ice hockey group C play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn ImagesThe preliminary round of the Winter Olympics men’s hockey tournament wrapped up today. Groups A and C played their final games in Milan, as the seedings for the elimination round were set. All 12 teams advance to the knockout stage, but four byes directly to the quarterfinals are the top prizes for excelling in group play.
Canada Wins Group A