Patrick Kane's Olympic comeback is gaining serious momentum

Ice Hockey - Winter Olympics Day 8 - United States v Russia | Streeter Lecka/GettyImagesThe NHL is returning to the Winter Olympics for the first time since 2014. The NHL had told their players they couldn't play on the national stage in 2018 and 2022, which prevented some of the top young stars to compete for Olympic gold. Now, those who run the national teams have to compile their roster of players before the Olympic Games from Feb. 4-22.

For Team USA, they are hoping they can win a gold medal in ice hockey for the first time since 1980, the very roster that won the "Miracle on Ice." The USA team could very well be the toughest opponent for Canada, the favorites entering the tournament.…