Lane Hutson, a promising defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens, stirred excitement with a career development announcement on Thursday. Speculation swirls around his potential to join Team USA for the 2026 Olympic Games, underscoring his rapidly rising profile in professional hockey.

Eve Gascon is not just a skilled goaltender for the University of Minnesota Duluth; she is also working to earn a spot on Canada’s 2026 Olympic roster. Facing the demands of both college competition and a national-team selection process, Gascon has embraced a multifaceted hockey life that pushes her to excel on the ice and in the classroom.