Dallas Stars Shine at Milano Cortina Olympics
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The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on Dallas Stars News Today. Subscribe and stay game ready. Seven Dallas Stars players are heading to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics for men's ice hockey. The action kicks off Wednesday with preliminary rounds, starting with Finland versus Slovakia. More than half the Stars group, four players, will suit up for Finland, the defending gold medal winners from last time who have retooled their roster, with familiar faces. Finland brings back strong connections on the ice, including Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen, the only one with prior Olympic experience. He played in the 2018 PyeongChang Games, where his team finished sixth, and now he's projected as a first-line defenseman.
Which Dallas Stars players are heading to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics?
Forward Mikko Rantanen joins as alternate captain after a hot season with 20 goals and 49 assists in 54 games for Dallas. Rue Pence lines up as a first line forward next to Rantanen and Captain Mikael Granlund making his Olympic debut with that Dallas chemistry too. Tackle, tough, matchups. Defenseman Isa Lindell pairs with Heiskanen on the top defense line in his first games, aiming to build a tight unit and chase another medal for Finland. Meanwhile, Radek Foksa represents the Czech Republic as a penalty kill and face-off specialist, likely on the fourth line but ready to help improve on their ninth-place finish last time. Thomas Harley suits up for Canada on the third defense line in his debut, while goalie Jake Oettinger brings depth to the United States with.
23 wins and a .897 save percentage this season. Stars fans are buzzing about the homegrown rivalries and team bonds that could shine through, especially with Finland's medal hopes. Keep an eye on these prelims as the tournament heats up and Dallas talent makes its mark on the world stage. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow. No earbuds, no distractions.
What are Finland's chances with their Olympic roster?
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