Switzerland claws its way to second in Group A with a heart-stopping overtime victory over a gritty Czechia squad at Milano Cortina. Dean Kukan delivers the dagger just 1:49 into extra time, but not before Roman Josi, Timo Meier, and the Swiss power play keep the pressure on against stars like David Pastrnak and Martin Necas. This one's dedicated to injured Kevin Fiala, whose absence tests the depth of a roster full of NHL talent pushing for knockout glory.

Switzerland pulls off a heart-stopping overtime victory against Czechia in a Milano Cortina 2026 men's hockey matchup that had everything from late drama to controversial calls. Dean Kukan's sniper shot just 1:49 into extra time caps a wild ride after the Czechs yanked their goalie and tied it with Martin Necas' clutch one-timer.

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey leaves Canada's dominant Olympic opener against Czechia early in the second period with an undisclosed injury, and he doesn't return despite trying. Coach Jon Cooper offers no update yet, but the Jets' top blueliner logged just 7:10 before heading to the locker room after possible contact with Ondrej Palat or Martin Necas.

Martin Necas shakes off injury concerns and confirms he's good to go Thursday, a huge boost for fantasy managers sweating their lineups during the Olympic lull. The Hurricanes' speed demon has been lights-out when healthy, and his return slots him right back into top-six action. With trade whispers quiet for now, Necas stays put to chase points in a tight playoff race.

Avalanche star Martin Necas steps up with big dreams for Czechia hockey, channeling that fire from his NHL breakouts into Olympic ambitions. Locker room whispers have him linking arms with Pastrnak and Hertl, aiming to revive the glory days of Jagr and Hasek. As Czechia opens against Canada, Necas carries the weight of a nation's hopes on his skates in Milan.