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Canada's Josh Morrissey Leaves Olympic Opener Against Czechia as Roster Rules Limit Options

Canada prepares to redistribute defensive minutes before facing Switzerland on Friday.

Overview

  • Morrissey exited near the midpoint of the second period after logging 7:10 across 13 shifts on a pairing with Colton Parayko.
  • Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported he would not return to the game, and the severity of the injury has not been disclosed.
  • Because Canada has already played, tournament rules do not allow an injury replacement to be added to the roster.
  • Thomas Harley could take on increased responsibility if Morrissey remains unavailable.
  • Canada beat Czechia 5-0, having led 3-0 after two periods on goals by Macklin Celebrini, Mark Stone and Bo Horvat.