Following Josh Palat’s injury, Florida Panthers coach Paul Maurice confirmed he will be sidelined for the “full extent” of his 2-4 week recovery timeline. Consequently, defenseman Jackson LaCombe was added to Team USA’s Olympic roster. LaCombe, a 25-year-old Anaheim Ducks player, currently has 31 points in 49 games this season and previously won gold with the U.S. at the 2025 World Championships. This marks the first NHL participation in the Olympics since 2014. Team USA, competing in Group C, begins play against Latvia on February 12, seeking the nation’s first gold medal since 1980.
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Jones out for Olympics, replaced by LaCombe on Team USA
By mychabi2013
