Hockey Canada announced a roster of 42 NHL players for their National Teams Orientation Camp, with notable absences including Logan Thompson, a Vezina Trophy contender. Despite leading the Capitals to the top of the Eastern Conference, Thompson's omission sparked discussions about who else might be excluded. Elliotte Friedman stated that players not included can still qualify for the Olympic team during the season. Canada selected Jordan Binnington, Adin Hill, and Sam Montembeault as goalies, although Thompson outperformed them, with his absence possibly related to past coaching relationships.
Despite finishing top four in Vezina Trophy voting and leading the Caps to the top spot in the Eastern Conference, Logan Thompson was left off Canada's roster.
Only three goalies, Jordan Binnington, Adin Hill, and Sam Montembeault, were selected for Canada's orientation camp while Thompson had far better numbers.
According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, players not on the initial list can still be added to the Olympic team as season performance is considered.
Thompson's absence from the roster may be linked to his strained relationship with former Vegas Golden Knight head coaches.
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