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Canada Keeps Tom Wilson on McDavid–Celebrini Line as Olympic Opener Nears

Jon Cooper signals a balanced, physical approach with a forechecking winger complementing Canada's top playmaker.

Overview

  • Multiple practices in Milan have shown Celebrini–McDavid–Wilson together on the top unit, per TSN reports updated through Tuesday.
  • Cooper is spreading physical presences across every forward line to pair edge with elite skill.
  • Daily Faceoff analysts describe Wilson's assignment as an F1 forechecker and space‑creator tailored to McDavid's strengths.
  • McDavid and Celebrini praised Wilson's presence and finishing, as Wilson embraced the role with a "penthouse" quip.
  • Canada continues tune‑ups before Thursday's opener against Czechia, with coaches cautioning that practice lines could change in games.