A format similar to the women's side would make for a stronger men's tournament, with more competitive games and fewer blowouts.

It's another action-packed Friday at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, as Team USA men's hockey looks to secure a place in the gold medal game.

The best players on the best team are the favorites to score the most goals during the Men’s Hockey Tournament at the Winter Olympics. That sounds logical at first glance. Dig a little deeper, though,

NBC is the American Olympic broadcaster and will air games largely on USA Network and CNBC, with at least one quarterfinal and semifinal, along with the gold-medal game, on NBC. Games will also be streamed on Peacock and NBC Sports platforms. The TV and streaming schedule can be seen here.

It's another action-packed Thursday at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, with U.S. women's hockey, the "Blade Angels" and speed skating superstar Jordan Stolz all vying for gold.

The NHL is back at the Olympics! Here are the top players to know, each team's medal chances and schedule, and much more.

CBC Sports' daily Olympics newsletter previews a big Friday at the Milano-Cortina Games, including the men's hockey semifinals, a Canadian curling semi and the short track speed skating finale.