Every Olympic cycle, hockey fans and analysts alike scour over the final rosters, debating who made the cut and who was left behind. This year, the Detroit Red Wings find themselves at the center of controversy, at least in my eyes, with three of their standout players—Alex DeBrincat, Simon Edvinsson, and Patrick Kane—shockingly omitted from their respective national teams for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
First off, Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin will represent Team USA, and where we will likely see him adapt a checking or shutdown role, likely anchoring the third line. Lucas Raymond projects as Team Sweden's top player, and Moritz Seider will, of course, anchor the Germans.