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Clayton Keller to Make Olympic Debut as Team USA Faces Germany

Coach Mike Sullivan cites roster depth for Keller’s earlier scratches.

Overview

  • The Utah Mammoth forward replaces Kyle Connor on the third line with Tage Thompson and Dylan Larkin.
  • He was a healthy scratch for victories over Latvia and Denmark to open group play.
  • Sullivan says Keller earned his spot but lineup depth and limited power-play roles drove the early decisions.
  • The Germany game closes the group stage for the U.S., with the group winner guaranteed a quarterfinal berth.
  • Keller captained the 2025 U.S. world champions and enters the Games with 54 points this NHL season after a 90-point year.