Ignoring the most productive American scorer of the last several seasons defies logic, data, and common sense.
Team USA officially released their roster today, and it is a stacked lineup of NHL all-stars, big-time goalies, and elite defensive talent. Team USA general manager Bill Guerin was essentially tasked with assembling a roster capable of defeating Team Canada in the 2026 Winter Olympics. And on the surface, it looks like he’s done that. We already know that New York Rangers' star defender isn't going to the Olympics, but that wasn't the only questionable decision made by team brass.