Team Canada Thoughts: McDavid’s Olympic MVP, Canada needed puck-moving D-men, Celebrini a rising generational star, and moreAnd just like that, the 2026 Winter Olympics have come to an end, with the gold medal game between Team Canada and Team U.S.A. standing as the pinnacle of the Games. Setting aside the loss of the gold medal game, McDavid played lights out throughout the tournament. Team Canada needed stronger puck-moving defencemenBecause Team Canada didn’t win the gold medal, it’s easy to slip into the ‘could’ve, should’ve, would’ve’ point of view. Memorable Team Canada moments and final Winter Olympic thoughtsThe end result of the Winter Olympics wasn’t what Team Canada wanted. It was a wild two weeks, and a tip of the hat goes to the fellas on Team Canada.

Source: CBC News February 23, 2026 20:38 UTC