Is Jordan Binnington the right choice for Canada’s Olympic opener?

With Canada and Czechia ready for their debuts at the 2026 Olympics, Sean Gentille and Dom Luszczyszyn welcome Michael Russo from Milan to help preview the game, including starting goaltenders and line combos. Plus, Hailey Salvian files an injury update on Canadian superstar Marie-Philip Poulin, what Canada will need to do in Poulin’s absence moving forward, and praises American super-pest Abbey Murphy.

Hosts: Sean Gentille and Dom Luszczyszyn

With: Michael Russo and Hailey Salvian

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Jeff Domet

This episode was recorded live at 10:00am ET on Thursday, February 12.

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