The Winter Olympics this year features a notable representation from the Vancouver Canucks. Seven players from the organization will compete for their respective countries, showcasing their skills on the global stage. Here’s an overview of these athletes and their competition schedules.
Key Canucks Players in Olympic Hockey
Czechia: Filip Hronek and David Kämpf
Filip Hronek, a talented defenceman at 28 years old, has a rich history with Czechia. He won a bronze medal at the 2022 World Championships and has participated in five World Championships overall. Hronek was named to the tournament’s All-Star team in 2019, leading defencemen with 11 points, including 8 assists.
His teammate, David Kämpf, has also made significant contributions to Czechia, earning a gold medal at the 2024 World Championships and a bronze alongside Hronek in 2022.
Schedule for Czechia
- Thursday, February 12 at 7:40 a.m. PT: Canada vs. Czechia
- Friday, February 13 at 7:40 a.m. PT: Czechia vs. France
- Sunday, February 15 at 3:10 a.m. PT: Czechia vs. Switzerland
Finland: Kevin Lankinen
Kevin Lankinen, representing Finland, participated in last year’s 4 Nations tournament and has an impressive record. He won a gold medal at the 2019 World Championships, boasting a remarkable goals-against average of 1.74. Lankinen achieved 7 wins and 1 loss, along with a .942 save percentage and two shutouts.
Schedule for Finland
- Wednesday, February 11 at 7:40 a.m. PT: Finland vs. Slovakia
- Friday, February 13 at 3:10 a.m. PT: Sweden vs. Finland
- Saturday, February 14 at 7:40 a.m. PT: Italy vs. Finland
Germany: Lukas Reichel
Lukas Reichel has showcased his talent in four World Championships with Germany, scoring a total of eight goals. The 23-year-old has also competed in one World Junior Championship, where he added three goals and two assists.
Schedule for Germany
- Thursday, February 12 at 12:10 p.m. PT: Denmark vs. Germany
- Saturday, February 14 at 3:10 a.m. PT: Latvia vs. Germany
- Sunday, February 15 at 12:10 p.m. PT: Germany vs. United States
Latvia: Teddy Blueger and Anri Ravinskis
Teddy Blueger has had an impactful international career with Latvia, participating in three World Championships. He has recorded three goals and five assists in 19 games. Anri Ravinskis has also contributed, playing in one World Championship and two World Juniors.
Schedule for Latvia
- Thursday, February 12 at 12:10 p.m. PT: United States vs. Latvia
- Saturday, February 14 at 3:10 a.m. PT: Latvia vs. Germany
- Sunday, February 15 at 10:10 a.m. PT: Latvia vs. Denmark
Sweden: Elias Pettersson
Elias Pettersson, notable for his skill on the ice, has won a gold medal at the 2018 World Championships and two silver medals in World Junior Championships. He has competed in two World Championships and two World Juniors, showcasing his talent over the years.
Schedule for Sweden
- Wednesday, February 11 at 12:10 p.m. PT: Italy vs. Sweden
- Friday, February 13 at 3:10 a.m. PT: Sweden vs. Finland
- Saturday, February 14 at 3:10 a.m. PT: Slovakia vs. Sweden
Finals Schedule
The quarterfinals will commence on Wednesday, February 18, starting at 3:10 a.m. PT. The semifinals will take place on Saturday, February 20. The bronze medal game is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, at 11:40 a.m. PT, while the gold medal game will occur on Sunday, February 22, at 5:10 a.m. PT.
The Vancouver Canucks players are set to make an impact at the Winter Olympics, drawing attention to their impressive talents. Fans can look forward to their performances as they represent their countries on this prestigious sporting platform.
