Fansided · Feb 19
MacKinnon with unique opportunity to step up at Olympics
Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon has a singular opportunity to lead Team Canada in the absence of a crucial member.
Feb 13, 2026; Milan, Italy; Macklin Celebrini and Nathan MacKinnon of Canada in action with Akira Schmid and Dean Kukan of Switzerland in men's ice hockey group A play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn ImagesTeam Canada star Nathan MacKinnon has a unique chance to step up at the 2026 Winter Olympics. It’s not that he hasn’t already done so. His game-tying goal in Wednesday’s win over Czechia is proof of his timely production.