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What may determine if Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer makes Team Canada at Olympics
- Schaefer is viewed as a potential contender for Team Canada at the Milan Olympics, depending on his readiness to face faster competition.
- Cooper said the NHL level success doesn’t always translate to Olympic play, stressing the faster pace in Milan.
- Schaefer will need to convince Canada’s management group, which attends Islanders games, that he can handle playing against men.
- Cooper noted he would pay extra attention to Schaefer during games as part of evaluating his potential Olympic role.
- The decision ultimately rests with a management group including Armstrong, Dubas, BriseBois, and Sweeney, not just the coach.
- Pageau’s return timeline is 2–3 weeks, with a Christmas lineup target discussed by the team.
- The article frames the Olympic odds within the context of recent Islanders performances and upcoming games.
- The roster balance includes eight defensemen among the 26-man Olympic team.
- Canada’s Olympic selection is influenced by the availability and performance of young stars against top competition.
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