Overview
- Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman said on his 32 Thoughts podcast that Jordan Binnington is “the guy” for Team Canada going forward.
- Despite fan criticism after conceding two scrutinized goals to France and a reported .864 NHL save percentage this season, Friedman characterized Binnington’s tournament performance as fine.
- An Edmonton Journal Cult of Hockey poll showed a majority of respondents preferring Logan Thompson to start for Canada.
- AP reporter Stephen Whyno noted that if Canada and the U.S. each won in regulation, the No. 1 Olympic seed could be decided by goal differential.
- A hot mic picked up Team USA’s Matthew Tkachuk chirping Germany’s Leon Draisaitl with “Always a bridesmaid, never a bride,” renewing attention on the Panthers–Oilers rivalry.