The buzz around this year’s Winter Olympics isn’t as loud as it usually is. For the first time in 20 years, the NHL will not be there which takes a big swipe at the, ‘best on best’ philosophy of the event. Because of all this, Canada – who is usually a favourite for the Olympics – is going in as an underdog. However, Montreal Canadiens fans, in particular, may have another reason to back the team as four former players will be joining the fight for the gold medal.
That’s one positive that’s come out of the NHL’s decision to pull out of this, others who may not have gotten an opportunity before, have one now.