Czech Republic vs Canada Hockey: Free Live Stream & TV Info

After a 12-year absence, National Hockey League (NHL) players are once again competing in the Winter Olympics. Team Canada began its Olympic campaign today, February 12, against the Czech Republic, a team comprised of 11 NHL players alongside athletes from Czech, Finnish, Swedish, and Swiss leagues.

Canada’s Olympic Debut

The Canadian roster features 25 players all currently playing in the NHL. Remarkably, 23 of these athletes are first-time Olympians, ranging from established stars like Connor McDavid to rising talents such as second-year phenom Macklin Celebrini.

Did You Know? Sidney Crosby, captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, is participating in his third Olympics and will captain Team Canada for the second time.

Leading the team, Sidney Crosby, in his third Olympic appearance, will serve as Canada’s captain for the second time as he pursues a third Olympic gold medal.

Match Details and Viewing Options

The Canada versus Czech Republic game is scheduled to begin at 10:40 a.m. ET today, February 12, at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena in Milan, Italy. The game will be broadcast on USA Network.

For those without cable access, live TV streaming services are available. DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial, with plans starting at $69.99/month, and includes USA Network. Alternatively, a subscription to Peacock starts at $10.99/month.

Expert Insight: The return of NHL players to the Olympics significantly elevates the competition and global interest in the men’s hockey tournament, potentially leading to increased viewership and heightened stakes for all participating nations.

Team Rosters

Here are the rosters for both Team Canada and the Czech Republic, including each player’s NHL team:

Canada: Travis Sanheim (Flyers), Devon Toews (Avalanche), Cale Makar (Avalanche), Thomas Harley (Stars), Shea Theodore (Golden Knights), Josh Morrissey (Jets), Colton Parayko (Blues), Drew Doughty (Kings), Sam Bennett (Panthers), Nick Suzuki (Canadiens), Sam Reinhart (Panthers), Bo Horvat (Islanders), Macklin Celebrini (Sharks), Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes), Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche), Brandon Hagel (Lightning), Tom Wilson (Capitals), Mark Stone (Golden Knights), Brad Marchand (Panthers), Sidney Crosby (Penguins), Mitch Marner (Golden Knights), Connor McDavid (Oilers), Darcy Kuemper (Kings), Logan Thompson (Capitals), Jordan Binnington (Blues)
Czech Republic: Radko Gudas (Ducks), Michal Kempny, David Špaček, Filip Hronek (Canucks), Jirí Ticháček, Jan Rutta, Radim Šimek, Tomáš Kundrátek, Roman Cervenka, Radek Faksa (Stars), Filip Chlapík, Ondrej Palát (Islanders), Jakub Flek, Lukás Sedlák, Tomáš Hertl (Golden Knights), David Kämpf (Canucks), Ondrej Kaše, Dominik Kubalík, David Pastrnák (Bruins), Matej Stránsky, David Tomášek, Martin Nečas (Avalanche), Lukáš Dostál (Ducks), Karel Vejmelka (Mammoth), Daniel Vladar (Flyers)

Canada’s Olympic Schedule

Canada’s Olympic schedule includes matches against the Czech Republic (February 12, 10:40 a.m. ET), Switzerland (February 13, 3:10 p.m. ET), and France (February 15, 10:40 a.m. ET).

The 2026 Winter Olympics will conclude with the closing ceremony on February 22 at 2:30 p.m. ET.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Canada vs. Czech Republic game start?

The Canada vs. Czech Republic game is scheduled to start at 10:40 a.m. ET on February 12.

Where is the Canada vs. Czech Republic game being played?

The game is being played at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena in Milan, Italy.

What channels can I watch the game on?

The game will be broadcast on USA Network.

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