Celebrini Practices with McDavid, Wilson for Team Canada Olympics

Macklin Celebrini, the first teenager to represent Team Canada at an Olympics featuring NHL players, practiced on a line with Connor McDavid and Tom Wilson for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. The initial practice occurred at Santagiulia Arena on Sunday.

Player Impressions

Celebrini commented on the experience, stating it was "super cool" and that the line needed to build chemistry.

Celebrini commented on the experience, stating it was "super cool" and that the line needed to build chemistry.

McDavid described the line as having a "good blend of different things" that could make it effective.

McDavid described the line as having a "good blend of different things" that could make it effective.

Coach's Perspective

Team Canada coach Jon Cooper acknowledged the line combination, emphasizing it was the first day of practice.
He praised Celebrini's maturity and skill, noting that despite his age, he possesses an acumen for the game "wise beyond his years." Cooper indicated that Celebrini's performance suggests he is a "pretty special player."

Despite his age, Celebrini possesses an acumen for the game "wise beyond his years," suggesting he is a "pretty special player," according to Coach Jon Cooper.

Upcoming Game

Canada is scheduled to play its first game against Czechia at Santagiulia Arena on Thursday.