Canada's NHL stars kicked off their Olympic journey with a dominant 5-0 victory over Czechia, silencing the boisterous Czech-heavy crowd at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. But here's where it gets controversial... Despite some iffy numbers in the NHL this season, Jordan Binnington started in goal and delivered a shutout with 26 saves. And this is the part most people miss... Celebrini, the youngest player in the tournament, scored the first goal, tipping Cale Makar's shot past Dostal with just 5.7 seconds left in the first period. The Canadians, led by Connor McDavid's three assists and Sidney Crosby's two, showcased their depth and skill, with Mark Stone, Bo Horvat, Nathan MacKinnon, and Nick Suzuki also finding the back of the net. The Czechs, on the other hand, struggled to keep up with Canada's pace and were outshot 31-26. The NHL's return to the Olympics after a 12-year absence was marked by a powerful performance from Canada, leaving fans and analysts alike wondering: What does this mean for the future of the NHL's involvement in the Games? The Canadians will face Switzerland on Friday, while the Czechs and French will clash in the other group match. Will the Czechs bounce back or will Canada continue its dominant run? Comment below and let us know your thoughts!
