USA Hockey Names 44-Player Olympic Orientation Camp Roster in Michigan

USA Hockey has announced a 44-player roster for the U.S. men’s Olympic Orientation Camp scheduled for August 26-27 in Plymouth, Michigan, as the team prepares for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. The roster features a mix of NHL players, including five veteran Olympians such as Patrick Kane and Ryan McDonagh, and 12 players from the 2025 IIHF Men's World Championship gold-winning team. The first six members named for the Olympic team include Jack Eichel, Auston Matthews, the Tkachuk brothers, Quinn Hughes, and Charlie McAvoy. The camp will focus on team-building, administrative meetings with coach Mike Sullivan and GM Bill Guerin, and educating players on eligibility requirements, with no formal on-ice sessions planned. Team USA, aiming to win its first Olympic gold since 1980, is considered a strong contender in the tournament, with key players expected to bolster their chances against other top countries like Canada, Finland, and Sweden. The men’s hockey tournament begins on February 11, 2026, with the final gold medal game on February 22.