“NHLers haven’t been able to play in the Olympics in a really long time,” said New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes, who will represent the United States. “It is a dream come true.” NHL players have participated in five Olympics: Nagano in 1998, Salt Lake in 2002, Torino in 2006, Vancouver in 2010 and Sochi in 2014.

NHL players are back at the Olympic Games for the first time since Sochi 2014. A total of 147 NHL players will compete in men’s hockey, with the United States, Canada, Sweden and Finland featuring rosters dominated by NHL talent.

Here's the full NHL schedule, for Feb. 5, including game times, TV channels, scores, odds and how to stream.

NHL teammates quickly become international rivals as men’s hockey begins at the 2026 Olympics, with a number of compelling matchups during the preliminary round.

The 2026 Beanpot title game between the Eagles and the Terriers will be the 300th edition of the Battle of Commonwealth Avenue.

Team USA's NHL players are staying in the Olympic Village for the 2026 Winter Games, but concerns over a Norovirus outbreak could alter their living arrangements. AP

Check out the complete schedule for Team Canada’s men’s hockey event at the 2026 Olympics, starting February 11 in Milan.

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What are the overtime rules for hockey at the Olympics? Here's a look at how they differ from what you're used to in the NHL.