Olympic hockey has finally arrived. The men’s tournament at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 opens on Wednesday, featuring NHL players for the first time since the 2014 Sochi Games. The Boston Bruins have eight players from the organization representing their respective countries.

Get to know how the Olympic tournament is set up ahead of the preliminary round.

You almost certainly won't see fighting in Olympic hockey matches because international rules have harsh penalties.

Following is the schedule of preliminary round games involving the three Flyers players. Both Canada and Czechia play in Group A while Finland is in Group B. Team USA plays in Group C. Also keep in mind that, under IIHF rules, teams can dress 20 skaters per game; 13 forwards and seven defensemen.

Hockey fans have noticed neck guards at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here’s why both men’s and women’s players are wearing them.