"The Washington Capitals' number-one netminder has been tabbed to start for Team Canada in their second game at the 2026 Winter Olympics against Switzerland. Former Caps goalie Darcy Kuemper will back Thompson up. Thompson gets the nod after he backed up Jordan Binnington in Canada's 5-0 win over Czechia on Thursday. Binnington made 26 saves in the shutout victory, rewarding head coach Jon Cooper for his predetermined faith in the St. Louis Blues backstop."
"In 39 appearances for the Capitals this season, Thompson is 19-16-4 with a 2.45 goals-against average, a .912 save percentage, and two shutouts. According to MoneyPuck, Thompson has also racked up 18.4 goals saved above expected this year, which is the most of any goaltender at the Olympics. According to TSN's Mark Masters, here is the full Canadian lineup against the Swiss:"
Logan Thompson will start for Team Canada against Switzerland at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with Darcy Kuemper serving as his backup. Thompson earned the start after backing up Jordan Binnington in Canada's 5-0 win over Czechia, a game in which Binnington made 26 saves. In 39 appearances this NHL season, Thompson is 19-16-4 with a 2.45 goals-against average, a .912 save percentage, and two shutouts. Thompson has registered 18.4 goals saved above expected, the most among Olympic goaltenders. Friday's matchup pits the top two teams in Group A and is scheduled for a 3:10 pm ET puck drop. Switzerland beat France with goals from Timo Meier, JJ Moser, and Damien Riat. Extras listed include Bennett and Sanheim.
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