There were times when Team Sweden looked nervous. Times where it looked like it was on the same level as a team with no NHL players. And times where a stunning upset to Team Italy looked possible. But being the team full of NHL players it is,

William Nylander status in focus for Sweden.

Finland falters against Slovakia as Granlund showcases vision. Clara battles valiantly for Italy before an unfortunate injury.

The first curling gold medal of the 2026 Winter Olympics will be awarded this afternoon as the mixed doubles tournament comes to a close. American duo Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse punched their ticket to the gold medal game with a thrilling semifinal victory over Italy.

MILAN - Japan's slim hopes of reaching the quarterfinals of the Milan Cortina Olympics women's ice hockey competition ended Tuesday with a comprehensive 4-0 defeat to Sweden in its final Group B game.

Nylander (groin) is in Sweden's lineup for Wednesday's game against Italy in the preliminary round of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Nylander's status ahead of Wednesday's matchup was uncertain due to his groin injury that he dealt with in late January.