Winnipeg's Nino Niederreiter to Lead Switzerland in 2026 Olympic Winter Games
Winnipeg Jets veteran forward Nino Niederreiter will be suiting up for his country in Milano Cortina this winter.
Often donning the red and white for his native Switzerland at the IIHF World Championships following the conclusion of the NHL's regular season, the 32-year-old will now get the chance to skate in his second Winter Olympic Games.
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This week, the 12 nations set to participate in the upcoming Olympics revealed the 'first six' players representing each country.
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To no surprise, Niederreiter was right at the top of the list for the Swiss, while fellow Jets teammate Nikolaj Ehlers was the most recognizable name announced by Team Denmark.
Other Jets players who may later hear their names called for other Olympic rosters include Josh Morrissey and Mark Scheifele for Canada and Connor Hellebuyck and Kyle Connor for Team USA.
The men's ice hockey schedule has been released and games will begin on Wednesday, February 11, concluding with the gold medal final on Sunday, February 22.
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