Upcoming announcement for Martin St-Louis with Hockey Canada and the Olympics?

The NHL recently announced exciting news for hockey fans: players will be able to participate in the 2026 Olympics in Milan.

In preparation for this major event, Hockey Canada has appointed Doug Armstrong as the team's general manager. With the goal of winning the gold medal, Armstrong will be assisted by Ryan Getzlaf and Scott Salmond to form a winning team.

According to him, the head coach of the CH is a great leader as well as being in the big family of Hockey Canada for having often participated in international events.




A crucial next step is to form a coaching team capable of leading the team to victory.

A discussion on La Presse's Sortie de Zone podcast raised the possibility of seeing Martin St-Louis as a potential choice. While some experts believe it is too early to entrust him with a role, others like
Jérémie Rainville highlight his leadership and experience within Hockey Canada.


Simon-Olivier Lorange, a journalist, expresses reservations about St-Louis's place in 2026 but acknowledges his strategic skills and understanding of the game.

If Jon Cooper becomes the head coach, the choice of his coaching team will be crucial.

The idea of integrating St-Louis into the coaching staff is becoming more relevant with his experience of over 250 games as a potential head coach.

His NHL playing career and Olympic experience add to his candidacy. A decision to watch closely as preparations for the 2026 Olympics take shape.

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