Connor McDavid expressed his excitement as the Olympic Games draw near and he was officially named to Canada’s roster for the upcoming Milan-Cortina Games. McDavid, the star centre for the Edmonton Oilers, highlighted the significance of being chosen to represent his country at the prestigious event. He acknowledged the honor and privilege it is to compete on a global stage like the Olympics.
While celebrating his own selection, McDavid empathized with his Edmonton teammates Zach Hyman and Evan Bouchard, who didn’t make the final cut for the team. He mentioned Hyman’s dedication and effort to recover from injury in time for the selection process, emphasizing the disappointment of not being chosen.
Looking ahead, McDavid emphasized the unique challenge of gearing up for peak performance in February, a shift from the usual playoff preparation in April for the NHL season. He reflected on the adjustments needed to ensure his game reaches its best level for the Olympic competition, underscoring the importance of ramping up performance as the Games approach.