Tkachuk Brothers Set to Represent USA at 2026 Olympics

Matthew and Brady Tkachuk, NHL stars and hosts of 'Wingmen' podcast, prepare to compete for gold in Milan.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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NHL players Matthew and Brady Tkachuk are set to represent Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. The brothers, who are also the hosts of the popular 'Wingmen' podcast, will be making their Olympic debuts after previously attending the 2004 Winter Olympics in Italy as children when their father, Keith Tkachuk, competed for the U.S. team. The Tkachuks are joining a talented American roster that includes several players from last year's IIHF world championship-winning team.

Why it matters

The Tkachuk brothers' Olympic debut is a significant moment, not just for them personally, but also for USA Hockey. The Americans are looking to end a 46-year gold medal drought at the Winter Games, and the Tkachuks' combination of skill, experience, and charisma could help provide the spark the team needs to reach the top of the podium.

The details

Matthew Tkachuk, 28, and Brady Tkachuk, 26, grew up attending the 2006 Winter Olympics in Italy when their father, Keith, competed for Team USA. Now, the brothers will get their chance to represent their country on the Olympic stage. Matthew is coming off three straight Stanley Cup Final appearances with the Florida Panthers, winning the championship in 2024 and 2025. Brady, the captain of the Ottawa Senators, is looking to lead his team to the playoffs for the first time in his NHL career. Both brothers have been sidelined by injuries this season but are eager to return to action and compete for gold in Milan.

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy will take place from February 6-22, 2026.
  • Matthew and Brady Tkachuk will make their Olympic debuts on Thursday, February 13, 2026 when the United States takes on Latvia.

The players

Matthew Tkachuk

A 28-year-old forward for the Florida Panthers who has won the Stanley Cup twice in the last three seasons.

Brady Tkachuk

The 26-year-old captain of the Ottawa Senators who is looking to lead his team to the playoffs for the first time in his NHL career.

Keith Tkachuk

The father of Matthew and Brady, who competed in four Olympic Games for Team USA, winning a silver medal in 2002.

Auston Matthews

The Toronto Maple Leafs captain who will wear the 'C' for Team USA in Milan.

Charlie McAvoy

The Boston Bruins defenseman who will serve as an alternate captain for the U.S. Olympic team.

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What they’re saying

“Ultimately, why they won was their team camaraderie and their togetherness and their sacrifice and their brotherhood. So many things that we can take into our team this time around. I know that they're going to be all watching us, just like we are all pretty glued to the TV watching that documentary.”

— Matthew Tkachuk (Forbes)

“It's going to be some really big games coming down the stretch. I think that's what's going to be really exciting for us. I still believe in our group and what we're able to do. I think we've been playing great as of late.”

— Brady Tkachuk (Forbes)

What’s next

The men's hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan will begin on Wednesday, February 12, 2026. Matthew and Brady Tkachuk will take the ice for their first game on Thursday, February 13 when the United States faces Latvia.

The takeaway

The Tkachuk brothers' Olympic debut represents a passing of the torch from their father's generation to the next. With their combination of skill, experience, and charisma, Matthew and Brady could be the key to ending the U.S. men's hockey team's 46-year gold medal drought at the Winter Games.