On Monday, all 12 countries announced the first six players that will make up their respective rosters. The United States roster will be headlined by forwards Jack Eichel, Auston Matthews, Brady Tkachuk, and Matthew Tkachuk, along with defensemen Quinn Hughes and Charlie McAvoy.

The International Ice Hockey Federation unveiled the schedule for the men's and women's tournaments at the 2026 Olympics in Milan and Cortina.

Next February, the XXV Olympic Winter Games, also known as the 2026 Winter Olympics or Milano Cortina 2026, will welcome NHL players back to the Olympic stage for the first time in more than a decade.