Draft & Prospects
Vejmelka's Olympic Dream Finally Arrives
Karel Vejmelka always envisioned this moment, but the path from overlooked draft pick to Utah Mammoth starter tested every ounce of his resolve. Now, with Czechia calling him up for Milano Cortina, the guy who's tied for the NHL lead in wins faces a brutal opener against Canada stacked with the world's best. Every crease touch carries the weight of a nation's hopes, especially with Hašek's shadow looming large.