"Yet it appears that the two players who could impact Team USA's roster selection process might be Patrick Kane and Vincent Trocheck. Kane is currently injured and has been out of the lineup since mid-October. Before the injury, he had five points in as many games, which allowed him to present an early case for making the roster in what's a crowded field at winger."
"Trocheck was injured in the second game of the season and began practicing with the New York Rangers on Monday. A fully healthy Trocheck would give Team USA another two-way center who can be trusted to play in numerous situations -- as well as one more selection discussion for what makes the most sense down the middle. How does Thatcher Demko factor into the goaltending discu"
A projection examines potential rosters for Canada, Czechia, Finland, Sweden and the United States ahead of the Olympic men's hockey tournament beginning Feb. 11 in Milan-Cortina. Team USA can field a balanced, versatile lineup with many options. Patrick Kane and Vincent Trocheck represent two players who could significantly affect roster decisions because of injuries. Kane has been out since mid-October but had five points in five games before the injury, creating an early case for inclusion. Trocheck was hurt in the second game, has resumed practicing, and a fully healthy Trocheck would provide a trusted two-way center. Thatcher Demko is included in goaltending considerations.
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