Activities for the Men’s National Team are picking up for Canada at the Olympics, with two important updates announced today.
Also, reporters managed to have a quick chat with Oilers captain Connor McDavid. Leon Draisaitl arrived a bit early for the opening ceremonies and shared his thoughts yesterday about how special this moment is for him.
Team Canada announces first practice, Team Captains at Olympics
Sidney Crosby has officially been named Team Canada’s captain for the Milan Olympics — the fourth straight best-on-best tournament where he’ll wear the “C.”
Connor McDavid and Cale Makar will be alternate captains.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) February 8, 2026
Today, NHL insiders shared that Sidney Crosby has been officially chosen as Canada’s Captain. Connor McDavid and Cale Makar will be the assistant captains.
It’s not surprising that Crosby was selected as Captain – it’s a smart choice. All Canadian players admire the 38-year-old who is still a top player.
Crosby has the experience to earn respect from every hockey player, having won 3 Stanley Cups in the NHL and 4 Gold Medals in international tournaments while leading the team.
Meet the captains! / Voici nos capitaines! 🇨🇦
C: Sidney Crosby (@HockeyNS)
A: Connor McDavid (@OHFHockey)
A: Cale Makar (@HockeyAlberta)#MilanoCortina2026 pic.twitter.com/7V2wXOQFKH— Hockey Canada (@HockeyCanada) February 8, 2026
Connor McDavid being named as an assistant captain is also a big deal, as he could be the next Captain of Team Canada in future international competitions after Crosby’s career ends.
Furthermore, insiders disclosed that Team Canada will have their first practice later today.
Brief chat with McDavid just outside the athletes village. He was getting checked in with his group so had to keep it quick! Canada has a practice scheduled for later this evening. pic.twitter.com/AUS6Ne5rnE
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) February 8, 2026
TSN Insider Ryan Rishaug reported about Canada’s upcoming first practice while speaking with McDavid outside the Olympic Village. McDavid didn’t share many details, but he showed his excitement about being at the event.
Just being here, watching all the athletes arrive, and the team being together now makes it feel more real.
– Connor McDavid
We’ll be paying close attention for Team Canada to share their anticipated lineups later today, as we get closer to their first game scheduled for February 12th.
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