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Stars' Stars Compete in Thrilling Olympics
13 Feb
Summary
- Dallas Stars players are competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics hockey tournaments.
- Finland suffered an early upset loss to Slovakia in the men's tournament.
- Team USA women's hockey remains undefeated with strong performances.
As the Dallas Stars take a break from NHL action, the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics are providing a compelling hockey alternative. Several Dallas Stars players are actively participating, adding an exciting dimension for fans.
The men's tournament has already delivered surprises, with defending gold medalists Finland experiencing an early upset loss to Slovakia. In contrast, Canada has started strong, including a dominant win where Stars defenseman Thomas Harley contributed two assists. The Canadian roster boasts significant talent, including Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon.
On the women's side, the United States and Canada are once again the favored contenders. The U.S. team has been particularly impressive, navigating preliminary games undefeated and showcasing a formidable offense and defense. Veteran Hilary Knight is nearing a United States Olympic Games point record, adding another narrative to follow.
Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger and other Dallas players may see action in upcoming games for Team USA. Fans even witnessed a spirited moment between teammates Radek Faksa and Harley during international play. Olympic hockey offers an engaging substitute until the Stars resume their NHL season on February 25th.
