&lt;p&gt;In a few weeks, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Tom Brady&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; will be back on the field — even if it’s only for a &lt;strong&gt;flag football game&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;strong&gt;Logan Paul&lt;/strong&gt; is also set to participate in the event, and TB12 didn’t hesitate to &lt;strong&gt;poke fun at the WWE star’s athletic ability&lt;/strong&gt; ahead of the matchup.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;On &lt;strong&gt;March 21&lt;/strong&gt;, several football stars will travel to Saudi Arabia for an &lt;strong&gt;exhibition flag football game&lt;/strong&gt;. Some participants, like Brady, are retired, while others — including &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saquon-barkley&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Saquon Barkley&lt;/a&gt; and Christian McCaffrey&lt;/strong&gt; — are still active &lt;strong&gt;NFL players.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The event will also &lt;strong&gt;feature celebrities from outside the football world&lt;/strong&gt;, including &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/logan-paul&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Logan Paul&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. And ahead of what’s being billed as a friendly showdown, Brady decided to turn up the heat with a bold message aimed at the YouTuber-turned-wrestler.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Tom Brady tells Logan Paul he won’t measure up to NFL stars&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;During &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; 2026 week, &lt;strong&gt;Brady appeared on Logan Paul’s podcast&lt;/strong&gt;, where they discussed the upcoming March event. While the tone was lighthearted, &lt;strong&gt;Brady made it clear he doesn’t think Paul is ready to compete&lt;/strong&gt; at that level.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“You know what, &lt;strong&gt;I’m actually a little worried for you&lt;/strong&gt; because you’re a good athlete, but &lt;strong&gt;these guys are on another level&lt;/strong&gt;,”&lt;/em&gt; the legendary quarterback of the Patriots and Buccaneers said.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Paul &lt;/strong&gt;quickly fired back, claiming he is &lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;“at the highest level.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; However, Brady doubled down, insisting that the NFL players involved in the game will prove him wrong.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;“No, you’re not the level,”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; Brady answered. &lt;em&gt;“You’re a good athlete, but when I’m thinking of &lt;strong&gt;Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham, Justin Jefferson&lt;/strong&gt;… it’s cute.&lt;strong&gt; I love WWE, it’s very cute&lt;/strong&gt;, but honestly this is like real football, this is real competition.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Toward the end of the exchange, Paul suggested that &lt;strong&gt;Brady believes&lt;/strong&gt; the event will be &lt;strong&gt;tougher&lt;/strong&gt; than the &lt;strong&gt;NFL Pro Bowl&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;“It will be better than that,”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; the seven-time Super Bowl champion responded confidently.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers&quot;&gt;Pittsburgh Steelers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; have made their position clear regarding &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers&quot;&gt;Aaron Rodgers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. If the four-time MVP wants to return, the franchise is ready. According to Judy Battista, they have intentionally left the situation open-ended, at least publicly, while waiting for the veteran quarterback to decide if he plans to play next season.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“The Pittsburgh Steelers have made it clear that the door is wide open for Aaron Rodgers and his return if he decides to play. They have not given Rodgers a deadline for a decision, although certainly it is expected that it will come much earlier this offseason than it did last season. Probably, some time this spring.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Beyond simply waiting, Pittsburgh’s approach signals a level of respect toward Rodgers’ process. By not setting a hard deadline, the organization is allowing the Super Bowl champion to evaluate his future on his own terms, while still making it clear that he remains their preferred option if he chooses to continue playing.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will Aaron Rodgers make his decision?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Steelers have not imposed a formal deadline, but the expectation is that Rodgers will make a decision sometime this spring. That is significantly earlier than last year’s prolonged uncertainty, which stretched deep into the offseason. For Pittsburgh, clarity sooner rather than later would allow the front office to structure the rest of the roster accordingly.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        


&lt;h2&gt;What Aaron Rodgers’ return would mean for Pittsburgh?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If Aaron Rodgers does return, the Steelers would once again be committing to a veteran-led short-term window. However, if he decides to step away, Pittsburgh would be forced to accelerate alternative plans at quarterback. Either way, the waiting game defines the early months of the Steelers’ offseason. For now, the message from Pittsburgh is simple: the door is open. The next move belongs to Aaron Rodgers.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;For some time, the &lt;strong&gt;San Francisco 49ers&lt;/strong&gt; have had &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mac-jones&quot;&gt;Mac Jones&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, undoubtedly a premium backup capable of stepping in for &lt;strong&gt;Brock Purdy&lt;/strong&gt; if needed. Originally drafted by the &lt;strong&gt;New England Patriots&lt;/strong&gt;, the QB’s rookie season could have unfolded very differently.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;What is this whole story about? The quarterback himself, now in the Bay Area, revealed that back in 2021, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyle-shanahan&quot;&gt;Kyle Shanahan&lt;/a&gt; had shown specific interest in bringing the former Alabama Crimson Tide player to the team.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Kyle and I, we just have a great relationship, and &lt;strong&gt;he wanted me to be here with him when I was coming out of the draft,&lt;/strong&gt;“&lt;/em&gt; Jones said on the &lt;em&gt;“Monday Mornings with Mitch” podcast. “Obviously, it went in different ways, but that’s what it’s all about — reconnecting with people that either see value in you or whatnot.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;He also added: &lt;em&gt;“Just hearing the stories about Kyle and how he sees the run game and the pass game and running the team meetings, and it was just interesting. And finally, I got to see it this year, and that was just awesome.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/08041920/kyle-shanahan-of-the-49ers-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;Head coach Kyle Shanahan&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-575684&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers on October 19, 2025 in Santa Clara.&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Ultimately, Shanahan finally saw his wish come true after the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers&quot;&gt;49ers&lt;/a&gt; signed Jones to a two-year, $7 million contract to serve as Brock Purdy’s backup. Will Jones and the head coach continue working side by side for some more time?&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Jones delivered solid performances in the Bay&lt;/h2&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;During the 2025 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nfl&quot;&gt;NFL&lt;/a&gt; season, &lt;strong&gt;Mac Jones stepped up as a vital insurance policy for the San Francisco 49ers&lt;/strong&gt;, taking over the starting role for eight games while Brock Purdy sidelined with a lingering turf toe injury. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Jones proved highly efficient in Kyle Shanahan’s system, finishing the regular season with 2,151 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions across 11 total appearances. He posted a career-high 69.6% completion percentage and a solid 97.4 passer rating, leading the team to a 5–3 record in his starts. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;His performance was highlighted by a 342-yard game against the Rams and a nearly perfect outing against the Giants, effectively “steadying the ship” and ensuring the 49ers remained top contenders in the NFC before Purdy’s return late in the season.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers&quot;&gt;Pittsburgh Steelers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; may already be laying the groundwork for their next franchise quarterback, even as uncertainty continues to surround their short-term plans at the position.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;According to a report from Judy Battista, the organization “really likes” sixth-round pick Will Howard and is interested in seeing what they can get out of him moving forward. &lt;em&gt;“As for the long-term plan, they really like Will Howard, their sixth-round draft pick last season. Mike McCarthy wants to work with him. The Steelers want to see what they can get out of Howard.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;All of this becomes even more intriguing when considering the current situation involving &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers&quot;&gt;Aaron Rodgers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. There has been speculation about a possible one-year return in 2026, a scenario that would clearly represent a short-term approach for a franchise still trying to stabilize the quarterback position.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How Aaron Rogers’ retirement decision impacts Steelers QB situation&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If Aaron Rodgers does return for one final season trying to chase a &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot;&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, it would likely serve as a bridge. And if that is the case, evaluating Howard now becomes even more critical. The Steelers would need to determine whether he can develop into a viable long-term option or whether the organization must continue the search for the next franchise cornerstone.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        


&lt;p&gt;The urgency is amplified by the competitive landscape of the AFC, where elite quarterback play often defines postseason success. The names are stellar: &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes&quot;&gt;Patrick Mahomes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson or Joe Burrow. Waiting too long to identify a long-term answer could leave Pittsburgh behind.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;For McCarthy, working closely with Howard offers a chance to mold a young passer within his offensive system rather than relying solely on veteran stopgaps. He’s been known as great quarterback whisperer working with stars like Joe Montana, Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers and &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott&quot;&gt;Dak Prescott&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. For the Steelers, it could quietly signal the beginning of a transition. One that prioritizes internal development over temporary fixes. &lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Whether Rodgers ultimately returns or not, the coming months represent a pivotal stretch for Pittsburgh’s quarterback future. If Will Howard shows he can handle a larger role, the Steelers’ long-term answer may already be in the building.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;Andy Reid and the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs&quot;&gt;Kansas City Chiefs&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; had a disappointing season with a 6-11 record. For the first time in nearly a decade, fans and experts agree that what happened over the past year could now truly represent the end of the dynasty.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The defense led by coordinator Steve Spagnuolo was unable to maintain its level and faltered in clutch moments throughout the schedule. In the Reid era, winning one-score games had become a specialty of the team. However, in 2025, eight of their eleven losses came in close matchups.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;On offense, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes&quot;&gt;Patrick Mahomes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; did what he could behind an offensive line that made many mistakes and a running game that was nonexistent. In addition, the wide receiver group, in which there were high expectations, fell short for different reasons despite having names like Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Chiefs could sign star WR&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If the Chiefs want to be &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl&quot;&gt;Super Bowl&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; contenders again, they need big splashes in the offseason. The big problem is that general manager Brett Veach will have to accomplish that while battling against the pressure of the salary cap.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        


&lt;p&gt;According to Ryan Wilson, a surprising name to keep a very close eye on is Rashid Shaheed. The recent champion with the Seahawks could be on the radar of the Chiefs and several AFC teams.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“I think he makes a lot of sense for teams that need speed. Some names that come to mind for not $30 million a year. The Buffalo Bills might be interested in someone like Rashid Shaheed to pair off opposite of Keon Coleman. The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs are two other teams that could be in the market for speedy wide receivers to help diversify their WR room. I think there’s going to be a real market for him.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;With &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/francisco-lindor&quot;&gt;Francisco Lindor&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; expected to undergo surgery on a broken hamate bone, the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot;&gt;New York Mets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; face uncertainty heading into Opening Day 2026 in &lt;strong&gt;MLB&lt;/strong&gt;. Adding to the widespread confusion in Queens, news out of the American League East division hint trouble for the Orange and Blue.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;David Stearns made it clear they believe New York’s shortstop will be ready to go on Opening Day. He admitted that as the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/ny-mets-receive-significant-injury-update-on-francisco-lindor-ahead-of-the-upcoming-mlb-season&quot;&gt;Mets received a significant update on Lindor&lt;/a&gt;. However, the Orange and Blue is bracing for every possible outcome.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;On that note, it may be a good thing Stearns and the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/ny-mets-reveal-plans-for-bo-bichette-in-worst-case-scenario-regarding-francisco-lindors-injury-in-2026&quot;&gt;Mets revealed their plans in worst-case scenario regarding Lindor’s injury&lt;/a&gt;. Based on the Baltimore Orioles’ experience with infielder Jackson Holliday, Lindor’s appearance on Opening Day may be at stake, too.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;As Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias told reporters, Holliday will undergo surgery on a broken hamate bone in his right hand. As Baltimore confirmed, &lt;strong&gt;Holliday is out for Opening Day&lt;/strong&gt; in &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb&quot;&gt;MLB&lt;/a&gt;. Such an announcement early in spring training sets a concerning precedent for Lindor and the Mets. According to reports, &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/mlb-rumors-expected-return-dates-for-lindor-holliday-and-carroll-revealed-under-one-condition&quot;&gt;Lindor and Holliday’s return dates lie under one condition&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11121818/jackson-holliday-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577994&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Jackson Holliday of the Orioles is OUT for Opening Day 2026&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Key difference&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Obviously, every player and their body are different. Even undergoing the same surgery can be starkly different experiences for MLB talents. Moreover, when it comes down to Lindor and Holliday, who both broke a hamate bone, the &lt;strong&gt;former’s case occurred in his left hand&lt;/strong&gt; (Lindor is a right-handed thrower and a switch hitter). &lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Meanwhile, Holliday, who broke the hamate bone in his right hand, is a left-handed hitter and a right-handed thrower. Thus, the injury and surgery rehabilitation have a different impact on him than they do on Lindor. As a result, Stearns and the Mets &lt;strong&gt;can still keep their original—and ideal—timeline&lt;/strong&gt; for Lindor.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Mets are still evaluating their options&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Regardless, there are signs that suggest otherwise and that New York must keep an eye on. On another, yet similar note, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll is undergoing surgery on a hamate bone as well, and the D-backs have yet to rule him out for Opening Day. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In conclusion, &lt;strong&gt;the jury is still out on Lindor’s availability&lt;/strong&gt;. Ask the court in Queens and it will say he is good to go, but it takes only a glance around the rest of MLB for that answer to become less clear.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Patrick Sandoval &lt;/strong&gt;understood what he was signing up for when he joined the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-red-sox&quot;&gt;Boston Red Sox&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. In one of baseball’s most intense media markets, roster rumors are part of the daily routine. Still, as spring training opens, the left-hander finds himself in an uncertain spot.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Boston’s rotation has changed significantly since&lt;strong&gt; Sandoval agreed to a two-year, $18.25 million deal&lt;/strong&gt; while recovering from Tommy John surgery. With new arms added and internal options emerging, he currently projects somewhere in the middle to lower end of the depth chart, creating speculation about his future.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;On Tuesday, in his first public comments of the spring, &lt;strong&gt;Sandoval addressed the trade chatter directly&lt;/strong&gt;. According to Chris Cotillo of &lt;em&gt;MassLive&lt;/em&gt;, the southpaw acknowledged the noise but made it clear that his focus remains unchanged.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Sandoval addresses trade rumors&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“I hear them but I can’t control it,&lt;/strong&gt;”&lt;/em&gt; Sandoval said, per Cotillo. &lt;em&gt;“I chose to sign here for a reason, because&lt;strong&gt; I wanted to pitch for this team and be a part of this team and help bring a championship back to Boston &lt;/strong&gt;… I can’t control it, so there’s nothing I can really do.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11111656/Patrick-Sandoval-boston-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577934&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Patrick Sandoval #43 of the Red Sox delivers a pitch toward home. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With Boston potentially looking to &lt;strong&gt;manage payroll and optimize roster construction&lt;/strong&gt;, his contract could make him a logical trade candidate. At the same time, teams may be intrigued by his upside, especially considering he has not pitched in a year and a half.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Competition heating up in Boston’s rotation&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Sandoval also acknowledged that earning a rotation spot will not be automatic. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;I haven’t pitched in a year and a half. I don’t have a right to declare a spot in this rotation,”&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt; he said. &lt;em&gt;“The guys we brought in this offseason and the room we have with pitchers, it’s amazing. I think it’s going to bring a lot of healthy competition and hopefully bring out the best in everyone.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;In some ways, the fact that he is drawing trade interest despite the long layoff can be viewed as a positive sign of how he is valued around the league. But as camp progresses, clarity—whether it comes in Boston or elsewhere—may ultimately be what Sandoval is seeking most.&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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&lt;p&gt;Nothing disrupts an MLB team’s momentum quite like a key player suffering an injury on the cusp of spring training. The New York Mets with &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/francisco-lindor&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Francisco Lindor&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, the Baltimore Orioles with &lt;strong&gt;Jackson Holliday&lt;/strong&gt;, and the Arizona Diamondbacks with &lt;strong&gt;Corbin Carroll&lt;/strong&gt; find themselves in this unfortunate predicament, casting a shadow over their preparations for the 2026 &lt;strong&gt;MLB&lt;/strong&gt; season.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In a twist of fate, all three players have sustained injuries to the hamate bone. According to &lt;em&gt;ESPN&lt;/em&gt;‘s Jeff Passan, who shared insights on his X account,&lt;strong&gt; the decision between surgery or rest will determine their season debuts.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“While the recovery is typically four to six weeks, hitters who undergo surgery often report that their power takes months to fully return,” &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;Passan commented regarding their potential return. Of the three, Holliday faces the possibility of surgery due to a fracture in the bone.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/ny-mets-star-juan-soto-gets-major-injury-update-on-key-teammate-ahead-of-2026-mlb-season&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;The Mets, led by Juan Soto, did get a major injury update on a key contributor ahead of the 2026 MLB season&lt;/a&gt;. Still, adjustments appear imminent as the team braces for both spring training and potentially Opening Day without key players, with Lindor’s status uncertain.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Understanding the hamate bone injury for Carroll, Lindor, and Holliday&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Passan expounded on the injury pressing down on these star players: &lt;em&gt;“The hamate bone — potentially sidelining Corbin Carroll, Francisco Lindor, and Jackson Holliday from Opening Day — &lt;strong&gt;is a small, hook-shaped bone on the palm beneath the pinky, notorious for its susceptibility to fractures,&lt;/strong&gt;“&lt;/em&gt; he stated on X.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;This type of injury is common among baseball players, and in this case, MRIs are needed to assess the severity. &lt;strong&gt;The results will dictate whether surgery or mere rest will suffice, affecting each player’s timeline.&lt;/strong&gt; However, Jackson’s injury has already brought &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/ny-mets-learn-disturbing-francisco-lindor-injury-update-after-latest-news-out-of-al-east&quot;&gt;disturbing news for the Mets about Lindor&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Exploring replacement options for Lindor, Carroll, and Holliday&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Mets, Diamondbacks, and Orioles anticipate filling these pivotal positions as spring training approaches, &lt;strong&gt;addressing both immediate needs and the potential impact on Opening Day for the 2026 MLB season.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Here are the possible alternatives:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Francisco Lindor (New York Mets)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;– Bo Bichette, initially projected for third base, will likely shift back to his natural shortstop position.&lt;br&gt;– Brett Baty could then take over third base, opening opportunities for Jorge Polanco or Mark Vientos at second base or designated hitter.&lt;br&gt;– Ronny Mauricio is another inside option and could cover shortstop, allowing Bichette to stay comfortable at third base during spring.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;



&lt;ol start=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jackson Holliday (Baltimore Orioles)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;– The Orioles recently acquired Blaze Alexander from the Diamondbacks, positioning him as the frontrunner for second base.&lt;br&gt;– Jordan Westburg remains a key option at second, though he is recovering from a mild oblique strain.&lt;br&gt;– Jeremiah Jackson and top prospect Coby Mayo are also considered, depending on Westburg’s recovery and role decisions.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;



&lt;ol start=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Corbin Carroll (Arizona Diamondbacks)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;– An outfield shuffle is expected, with reliance on Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Jake McCarthy to cover the corners.&lt;br&gt;– Carroll’s absence could pave the way for Jorge Barrosa or Pavin Smith to secure spots on the Opening Day roster.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698cb88970a943df4bc92b2d&quot; data-title=&quot;Will the Mets, Orioles and Diamondbacks facing the upcoming challenges without their key players?&quot; data-options=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;

MLB Rumors: Expected return dates for Lindor, Holliday, and Carroll revealed under one condition

MLB Rumors: Expected return dates for Lindor, Holliday, and Carroll revealed under one condition - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;With spring training just around the corner, the &lt;strong&gt;New York Yankees&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-mets&quot;&gt;New York Mets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, and &lt;strong&gt;Toronto Blue Jays&lt;/strong&gt; are making waves with significant roster moves during the offseason. As these teams fine-tune their lineups, a handful of available free-agent pitchers remain on the market, generating interest from not only these squads but other franchises as well.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Mets have reportedly set their sights on Chris Bassitt, a target also pursued by the San Francisco Giants.&lt;/strong&gt; Meanwhile, speculation links the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Yankees&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; to a potential low-cost reunion with Nestor Cortes, perhaps as a bullpen option or an extra starter once he returns to full health. The Blue Jays are reportedly considering rekindling their partnership with Max Scherzer.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;These developments have sparked considerable speculation among fanbases as anticipation builds for the regular season. The prospect of introducing new talent has heightened excitement, &lt;strong&gt;particularly given the potential impact of these signings on team performance.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;There is considerable anticipation surrounding which names might join these rosters as the season nears. The Mets, reportedly in need of pitching depth, could greatly benefit from Bassitt’s addition. Similarly, &lt;strong&gt;the Yankees and &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/toronto-blue-jays&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Blue Jays&lt;/a&gt; might reinforce their rotations with experienced players familiar with their organizations&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Teams courting available free-agent pitchers&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In addition to the aforementioned players, several other pitchers are still navigating free agency as they seek MLB opportunities this season. According to the &lt;em&gt;New York Post&lt;/em&gt;‘s Jon Heyman, &lt;strong&gt;here are the current suitors and potential destinations for the remaining free-agent pitchers:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Zac Gallen: Baltimore Orioles, San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Walker Buehler: Philadelphia Phillies.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Max Scherzer: Toronto Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lucas Giolito: Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Angels.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nestor Cortes: New York Yankees.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jordan Montgomery: Texas Rangers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tyler Anderson: Los Angeles Angels, Detroit Tigers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chris Bassitt: New York Mets, San Francisco Giants.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Zack Littell: Tampa Bay Rays, Cleveland Guardians.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Griffin Canning: Atlanta Braves.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Patrick Corbin: Washington Nationals, Colorado Rockies.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Miles Mikolas: St. Louis Cardinals, NPB in Japan.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;German Marquez: Milwaukee Brewers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joe Ross: Milwaukee Brewers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wade Miley: A Midwest contender if not retiring.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With these candidates on the radar and franchises actively engaged in pursuit, the upcoming MLB season looms with crucial decisions to be made. As spring training progresses, &lt;strong&gt;these camps will likely play a pivotal role in determining the futures of these remaining pitchers&lt;/strong&gt;, whose paths remain uncertain this year.&lt;/p&gt;


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NY Mets, NY Yankees, and Blue Jays reportedly eyeing this available free agent pitchers

NY Mets, NY Yankees, and Blue Jays reportedly eyeing this available free agent pitchers - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees&quot;&gt;New York Yankees&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; entered the offseason with a clear goal: keep most of the team that made it to the &lt;strong&gt;American League Division Series&lt;/strong&gt; last season. The front office focused on continuity rather than making major changes.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Several key players returned. &lt;strong&gt;Trent Grisham&lt;/strong&gt; accepted the qualifying offer, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cody-bellinger&quot;&gt;Cody Bellinger&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; signed a five-year deal to stay in New York, and &lt;strong&gt;Paul Goldschmidt&lt;/strong&gt; reportedly agreed to a one-year contract. Depth pieces like &lt;strong&gt;Amed Rosario&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;Paul Blackburn&lt;/strong&gt; also returned via free agency.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, the &lt;strong&gt;Yankees failed to complete one of their targeted signings&lt;/strong&gt;. According to Jon Heyman of the &lt;em&gt;New York Post&lt;/em&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Austin Slater&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;strong&gt;agreed to a contract&lt;/strong&gt; with the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/detroit-tigers}&quot;&gt;Detroit Tigers&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;of the AL&lt;strong&gt; Central&lt;/strong&gt;. Robert Murray of &lt;em&gt;FanSided&lt;/em&gt; reported it’s a minor-league deal with a non-roster invite, paying $2 million if Slater makes the major-league roster.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What this means for Austin Slater&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Slater, 33, had been linked to the Yankees as a platoon option, especially against left-handed pitching. But the &lt;strong&gt;Tigers may offer him a better chance for playing time&lt;/strong&gt;. His 2025 stint in New York was limited: he went 3-for-25 with no extra-base hits and missed over a month due to a hamstring strain.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11081213/Austin-Slater-yankees-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577756&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;&amp;nbsp;Austin Slater #29 of the Yankees makes a catch. Winslow Townson/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Why Detroit could be a better fit&lt;/h2&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Detroit’s outfield isn’t as deep or established as New York’s, giving Slater a real shot at contributing. He’ll compete with players like &lt;strong&gt;Corey Julks&lt;/strong&gt; and former Yankee &lt;strong&gt;Jahmai Jones&lt;/strong&gt; for a bench role. For the Tigers, the deal is low-risk and adds depth, while for the Yankees, it’s a reminder that not every free-agent target will return.&lt;/p&gt;


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NY Mets reliever Luke Weaver clears the air after NY Yankees bag sparks spring training buzz

NY Yankees fail to complete re-signing and lose veteran OF to AL Central - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bayern-munich&quot;&gt;Bayern&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;will face off against&lt;strong&gt; RB Leipzig &lt;/strong&gt;in the quarterfinals of the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dfb-pokal&quot;&gt;2025-2026&amp;nbsp;DFB Pokal&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. USA fans can find all the broadcast details here, including TV and streaming platforms, so they don’t miss a single moment of this exciting matchup.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;A place in the &lt;strong&gt;DFB-Pokal&lt;/strong&gt; semifinals are up for grabs as &lt;strong&gt;Bayern Munich&lt;/strong&gt; arrive with momentum and the familiar label of tournament favorite, but the knockout format leaves little room for mistakes.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/rb-leipzig&quot;&gt;RB Leipzig&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, despite an up-and-down season, have a golden opportunity to make a statement by taking down Germany’s biggest club and booking a spot in the final four—don’t miss this high-stakes quarterfinal showdown.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the Bayern vs RB Leipzig match be played?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bayern &lt;/strong&gt;will play against&lt;strong&gt; RB Leipzig &lt;/strong&gt;for the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2025-2026 DFB Pokal&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;quarterfinals this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Wednesday, February 11&lt;/strong&gt;. The action is set to kick off at&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2:45 PM (ET)&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Bayern vs RB Leipzig: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 2:45 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 1:45 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 12:45 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 11:45 AM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to watch Bayern vs RB Leipzig in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Don’t miss the&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;2025-26 DFB Pokal&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;match between&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Bayern &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;RB Leipzig &lt;/strong&gt;will be broadcast live in the USA. You can catch all the action on&amp;nbsp;ESPN+.&lt;/p&gt;

Where to watch Bayern vs RB Leipzig live in the USA: 2024-25 DFB Pokal

Where to watch Bayern vs RB Leipzig live in the USA: 2024-25 DFB Pokal - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bayern-munich&quot;&gt;Bayern Munich&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; host &lt;strong&gt;RB Leipzig&lt;/strong&gt; at the Allianz Arena in a pivotal &lt;strong&gt;German Cup quarterfinal&lt;/strong&gt; matchup. The home side enters the contest as heavy favorites to advance, despite having failed to reach the semifinal stage in any of the last five seasons. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, their dominant current form—which has them sitting atop the Bundesliga with &lt;strong&gt;54 points&lt;/strong&gt;—and a recent 5-1 thrashing of Hoffenheim have shifted the focus away from past struggles toward their status as the team to beat.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Another factor favoring Vincent Kompany’s men is its recent head-to-head record against tonight’s opponents. Bayern have already dismantled Leipzig twice this season in league play, securing clinical &lt;strong&gt;6-1&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;5-0&lt;/strong&gt; victories that showcased a clear superiority.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Nevertheless, RB Leipzig boast their own impressive credentials that suggest they cannot be overlooked. &lt;em&gt;Die Roten Bullen&lt;/em&gt; have reached the German Cup semifinals in &lt;strong&gt;four of the last six editions&lt;/strong&gt;, proving themselves to be domestic knockout specialists. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11102359/rb-leipzig-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577883&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Romulo of RB Leipzig celebrates after scoring against Bayern Munich. (Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Furthermore, they captured &lt;strong&gt;back-to-back titles&lt;/strong&gt; in &lt;strong&gt;2022&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;2023&lt;/strong&gt;, giving Leipzig a level of championship pedigree that they hope will carry them through the hostile environment in Munich.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happens if Bayern Munich win vs RB Leipzig?&lt;/h2&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Should Bayern Munich secure a victory in front of their home crowd, they will qualify for the semifinals for the first time since 2020. A win would set up a semifinal clash against &lt;strong&gt;SC Freiburg&lt;/strong&gt;, scheduled for &lt;strong&gt;April 21 or 22&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happens if Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig tie?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In the event of a draw after 90 minutes of regulation, the match will proceed to two 15-minute halves of extra time. If the deadlock remains after the additional 30 minutes, a penalty shootout will determine which team advances to the final four.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;What happens if Bayern Munich lose vs RB Leipzig?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;If RB Leipzig pull off the upset at the Allianz Arena, Ole Werner’s team will claim the ticket to the semifinals. In this scenario, Leipzig would move on to face SC Freiburg in April, keeping their hopes of a &lt;strong&gt;third cup&lt;/strong&gt; title in five years alive.&lt;/p&gt;

Bayern Munich Face RB Leipzig in DFB-Pokal Quarterfinal With Semifinal Spot on the Line

What happens if Bayern Munich win, tie or lose vs Leipzig today in 2026 German Cup quarterfinals?

What happens if Bayern Munich win, tie or lose vs Leipzig today in 2026 German Cup quarterfinals? - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;2026–27 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/uefa-nations-league&quot;&gt;UEFA Nations League&lt;/a&gt; Draw&lt;/strong&gt; will take place soon and you can’t miss it. USA viewers can find complete broadcast information here, with TV listings and streaming options, ensuring they catch every moment of this must-watch event.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p class=&quot;has-text-align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/14973336?irad=1358344&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;[Watch 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw online in the US on Fubo]&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;UEFA &lt;/strong&gt;is set to unveil the draw for one of international soccer’s most prestigious tournaments of national teams, officially kick-starting months of high-stakes competition across Europe.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;With global powers like &lt;strong&gt;England, Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Portugal&lt;/strong&gt;, and the &lt;strong&gt;Netherlands &lt;/strong&gt;in the mix, the matchups promise elite talent, historic rivalries, and immediate drama from the opening round—making this a must-watch moment fans won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw take place?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw &lt;/strong&gt;will take place this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Thursday, February 12&lt;/strong&gt;. The event is set to start at&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;12:00 PM (ET)&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/09220012/Viktor-Gyokeres-of-Sweden-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577299&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Viktor Gyokeres of Sweden, tope scorer of UEFA Nations League 2024/2025 – Michael Campanella/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 12:00 AM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 11:00 AM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 10:00 AM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 9:00 AM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;You can watch the&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw &lt;/strong&gt;live in the USA on &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/14973336?irad=1358344&amp;amp;irmp=3119684&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;Fubo&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. Other options are FOX Sports and ViX.&lt;/p&gt;

Where to watch 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw live in the USA

Where to watch 2026–27 UEFA Nations League Draw live in the USA - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo&quot;&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; will not feature for &lt;strong&gt;Al Nassr&lt;/strong&gt; in their &lt;strong&gt;2026 AFC Champions League Two&lt;/strong&gt; round of 16 first leg against &lt;strong&gt;Arkadag&lt;/strong&gt;, a decision that immediately captured attention given the magnitude of the knockout tie. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The clash in Turkmenistan comes at a crucial point in the season, with &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr&quot;&gt;Al Nassr&lt;/a&gt; fighting on multiple fronts. While the Riyadh side boasts a perfect record in continental play, &lt;strong&gt;the decision to leave Ronaldo out of the traveling squad adds a layer of intrigue ahead of the first leg&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/cristiano-ronaldos-potential-return-date-revealed-as-al-nassr-star-reportedly-ends-saudi-pro-league-strike&quot;&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential return date has been revealed&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; as the Al Nassr star reportedly is ending his Saudi Pro League strike, reinforcing the idea that his absence in this continental fixture is &lt;strong&gt;temporary&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Why is Cristiano Ronaldo not playing?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Al Nassr head coach &lt;strong&gt;Jorge Jesus&lt;/strong&gt; addressed the situation directly, making it clear that the move was tactical rather than controversial. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;We decided to rest Cristiano Ronaldo and the main starting players due to the heavy match schedule&lt;/strong&gt; and the upcoming important clash against Al-Fateh,”&lt;/em&gt; Jesus explained.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11053051/cristiano-ronaldo-al-nassr-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577730&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Cristiano Ronaldo of team Al-Nassr FC during the Saudi Pro League game. Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;He further emphasized that such decisions are not unprecedented. &lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“Resting Cristiano Ronaldo for this match is nothing new.&lt;/strong&gt; The player often does not take part in matches played outside Saudi Arabia.”&lt;/em&gt; The coaching staff opted for squad rotation, particularly with several foreign players unavailable and domestic priorities looming.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;h2&gt;Reports of tensions and Saudi Pro League response&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Ronaldo’s recent absence from two league matches &lt;/strong&gt;fueled speculation of dissatisfaction with the club’s funding structure and the role of the Public Investment Fund (PIF).&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698c6c6370a943df4bc92b20&quot; data-title=&quot;Do you think Cristiano Ronaldo should have played in Al Nassr’s AFC Champions League Two match vs. Arkadag?&quot; data-options=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;


&lt;p&gt;The Saudi Pro League also issued a firm public statement addressing the broader debate. &lt;em&gt;“&lt;strong&gt;The Saudi Pro League is structured around a simple principle: Every club operates independently under the same rules&lt;/strong&gt;,”&lt;/em&gt; the league stated. &lt;em&gt;“Clubs have their own boards, their own executives and their own football leadership. Decisions on recruitment, spending and strategy sit with those clubs.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


        

        

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Why is Cristiano Ronaldo not playing today for Al Nassr vs Arkadag in 2026 AFC Champions League Two round of 16 first leg? - Bolavip US

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tigres-uanl&quot;&gt;Tigres UANL&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;will play against&lt;strong&gt; Forge &lt;/strong&gt;for the second leg of the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf-champions-league&quot;&gt;2026&amp;nbsp;CONCACAF Champions Cup&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;first round. Here’s all the key information, including the match date, kickoff time, and streaming options for viewers in the United States.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p class=&quot;has-text-align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100543762-17011952?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fsports%2Fsoccer%2F&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;[Watch Tigres UANL vs Forge live in the USA on DirecTV Stream]&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;What was expected to be a straightforward opening act instead delivered a tight, scoreless battle, as the first leg of this first-round series ended 0-0. &lt;strong&gt;Tigres UANL&lt;/strong&gt; entered as road favorites but couldn’t break through, setting the stage for a decisive return leg with everything still up for grabs.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;Liga MX&lt;/strong&gt; side now holds the edge heading home, where a win would comfortably send them through, while &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/forge-fc&quot;&gt;Forge&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;faces a clear challenge — and a massive opportunity — knowing that an upset victory on the road would secure a historic spot in the next round.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;When will the Tigres UANL vs Forge match be played?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;This second leg game in the&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;first round between&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Tigres UANL &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;Forge &lt;/strong&gt;will be played this&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Tuesday, February 10&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;at&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;10:00 PM (ET).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;995&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/08193353/Angel-Correa-1920x995.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-576413&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Ángel Correa of Tigres – Azael Rodriguez/Getty Images&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Tigres UANL vs Forge: Time by State in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ET&lt;/strong&gt;: 10:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CT&lt;/strong&gt;: 9:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MT&lt;/strong&gt;: 8:00 PM&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PT&lt;/strong&gt;: 7:00 PM&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;How to watch Tigres UANL vs Forge in the USA&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;This&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;game between&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Tigres UANL &lt;/strong&gt;and&lt;strong&gt; Forge &lt;/strong&gt;will be broadcast in the United States on&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100543762-17011952?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fsports%2Fsoccer%2F&quot; rel=&quot;sponsored nofollow&quot;&gt;DirecTV Stream&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. Other options: Tubi, TUDN and ViX.&lt;/p&gt;

Where to watch Tigres UANL vs Forge live in the USA: 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup

Where to watch Tigres UANL vs Forge live in the USA: 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup - Bolavip US

SOCCER

&lt;p&gt;For the first time since 2014, the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/winter-olympics&quot;&gt;Winter Olympics&lt;/a&gt;’ ice hockey tournament&lt;/strong&gt; carries a pulse it hasn’t felt in years: NHL skates are back on the Olympic sheet, weaving familiar faces into the fabric of national competition once more.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Teams across Europe and North America have&lt;strong&gt; loaded their rosters with &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nhl&quot;&gt;NHL&lt;/a&gt; talent&lt;/strong&gt;, creating a blend of seasoned veterans and rising stars ready to swap club colors for country jerseys in &lt;strong&gt;Milano-Cortina&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;From powerhouse Canada to emerging contenders like Germany and Slovakia, &lt;strong&gt;elite league experience is sprinkled throughout the groups&lt;/strong&gt;. While the full lists extend beyond the biggest names, the lineups read like a Who’s Who of hockey royalty and breakout contributors.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;NHL players in the 2026 Winter Olympics&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;NHL talent will once again headline the &lt;strong&gt;men’s ice hockey tournament&lt;/strong&gt; at the 2026 Winter Olympics, marking the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nhl/why-were-nhl-players-banned-from-the-winter-olympics&quot;&gt;league’s long-awaited Olympic return&lt;/a&gt;. Powerhouses such as Canada, the United States, Sweden and Finland arrive &lt;strong&gt;loaded with elite stars who define today’s professional game&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11115402/Sydney-Crosby-and-Drew-Doughty-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577975&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Sidney Crosby and Drew Doughty at the 2026 Winter Olympic games (Source: Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Canada&lt;/strong&gt;’s roster alone features marquee names including &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/connor-mcdavid&quot;&gt;Connor McDavid&lt;/a&gt; Nathan MacKinnon, &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sidney-crosby&quot;&gt;Sidney Crosby&lt;/a&gt; and Cale Makar, while the &lt;strong&gt;US&lt;/strong&gt; counters with Auston Matthews, Jack Eichel, Quinn Hughes and Connor Hellebuyck.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Across the rest of the field, NHL representation stretches from Leon Draisaitl powering&lt;strong&gt; Germany&lt;/strong&gt; to Nico Hischier and Timo Meier anchoring &lt;strong&gt;Switzerland&lt;/strong&gt;, along with key contributors from &lt;strong&gt;Czechia&lt;/strong&gt;,&lt;strong&gt; Slovakia&lt;/strong&gt;,&lt;strong&gt; Latvia&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;Denmark&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Together, the league’s presence reshapes the Olympic tournament into a true showcase of the sport’s highest level. Check out &lt;strong&gt;all the NHL players featured on each roster&lt;/strong&gt;:&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h3&gt;Canada roster &lt;/h3&gt;



&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Connor McDavid — Edmonton Oilers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sidney Crosby — Pittsburgh Penguins&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nathan MacKinnon — Colorado Avalanche &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mitch Marner — Vegas Golden Knights &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sam Reinhart — Florida Panthers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brad Marchand — Florida Panthers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mark Stone — Vegas Golden Knights &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bo Horvat — New York Islanders &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Seth Jarvis — Carolina Hurricanes &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brandon Hagel — Tampa Bay Lightning&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nick Suzuki — Montreal Canadiens &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tom Wilson — Washington Capitals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sam Bennett — Florida Panthers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;



&lt;h3&gt;United States roster&lt;/h3&gt;



&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Auston Matthews — Toronto Maple Leafs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jack Eichel — Vegas Golden Knights &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jack Hughes — New Jersey Devils &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Matthew Tkachuk — Florida Panthers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brady Tkachuk — Ottawa Senators &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kyle Connor — Winnipeg Jets &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Clayton Keller — Utah Mammoth &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dylan Larkin — Detroit Red Wings &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brock Nelson — Colorado Avalanche &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tage Thompson — Buffalo Sabres&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jake Guentzel — Tampa Bay Lightning &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;J.T. Miller — New York Rangers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Vincent Trocheck — New York Rangers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Matt Boldy — Minnesota Wild &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Quinn Hughes — Minnesota Wild &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Charlie McAvoy — Boston Bruins &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Zach Werenski — Columbus Blue Jackets &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Noah Hanifin — Vegas Golden Knights&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brock Faber — Minnesota Wild &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jake Sanderson — Ottawa Senators &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jaccob Slavin — Carolina Hurricanes &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jackson LaCombe — Anaheim Ducks &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Connor Hellebuyck — Winnipeg Jets &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jake Oettinger — Dallas Stars &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jeremy Swayman — Boston Bruins&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;



&lt;h3&gt;Sweden roster&lt;/h3&gt;



&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;William Nylander — Toronto Maple Leafs &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Elias Pettersson — Vancouver Canucks &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jesper Bratt — New Jersey Devils &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Filip Forsberg — Nashville Predators &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Adrian Kempe — Los Angeles Kings &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lucas Raymond — Detroit Red Wings &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mika Zibanejad — New York Rangers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rickard Rakell — Pittsburgh Penguins &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joel Eriksson Ek — Minnesota Wild &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Alexander Wennberg — San Jose Sharks &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pontus Holmberg — Tampa Bay Lightning &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Victor Hedman — Tampa Bay Lightning &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Erik Karlsson — Pittsburgh Penguins &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rasmus Dahlin — Buffalo Sabres &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gustav Forsling — Florida Panthers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oliver Ekman-Larsson — Toronto Maple Leafs &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Hampus Lindholm — Boston Bruins &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rasmus Andersson — Vegas Golden Knights &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Philip Broberg — St. Louis Blues &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Filip Gustavsson — Minnesota Wild&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jacob Markstrom — New Jersey Devils&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jesper Wallstedt — Minnesota Wild &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;



&lt;h3&gt;Finland roster&lt;/h3&gt;



&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sebastian Aho — Carolina Hurricanes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mikko Rantanen — Dallas Stars &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Roope Hintz — Dallas Stars &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kaapo Kakko — Seattle Kraken &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anton Lundell — Florida Panthers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Eetu Luostarinen — Florida Panthers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Artturi Lehkonen — Colorado Avalanche &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joel Armia — Los Angeles Kings &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Erik Haula — Nashville Predators &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Teuvo Teravainen — Chicago Blackhawks &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Eeli Tolvanen — Seattle Kraken &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oliver Kapanen — Montreal Canadiens &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Miro Heiskanen — Dallas Stars &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Esa Lindell — Dallas Stars &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Niko Mikkola — Florida Panthers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rasmus Ristolainen — Philadelphia Flyers &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Olli Maatta — Utah Mammoth &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Henri Jokiharju — Boston Bruins &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nikolas Matinpalo — Ottawa Senators &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Juuse Saros — Nashville Predators &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kevin Lankinen — Vancouver Canucks &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Joonas Korpisalo — Boston Bruins &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;



&lt;h3&gt;Other NHL representatives&lt;/h3&gt;



&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leon Draisaitl — Edmonton Oilers — Germany&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tim Stützle — Ottawa Senators — Germany&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Moritz Seider — Detroit Red Wings — Germany&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nico Hischier — New Jersey Devils — Switzerland&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Timo Meier — New Jersey Devils — Switzerland&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kevin Fiala — Los Angeles Kings — Switzerland&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Roman Josi — Nashville Predators — Switzerland&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Philipp Kurashev — San Jose Sharks — Switzerland&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Juraj Slafkovsky — Montreal Canadiens — Slovakia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Simon Nemec — New Jersey Devils — Slovakia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tomas Hertl — Vegas Golden Knights — Czechia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;David Pastrnak — Boston Bruins — Czechia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Filip Hronek — Vancouver Canucks — Czechia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Radko Gudas — Anaheim Ducks — Czechia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lukas Dostal — Anaheim Ducks — Czechia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Elvis Merzlikins — Columbus Blue Jackets — Latvia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Teddy Blueger — Vancouver Canucks — Latvia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Zemgus Girgensons — Tampa Bay Lightning — Latvia&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Frederik Andersen — Carolina Hurricanes — Denmark&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oliver Bjorkstrand — Tampa Bay Lightning — Denmark&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nikolaj Ehlers — Carolina Hurricanes — Denmark&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;

What NHL players are playing in the Winter Olympics 2026?

What NHL players are playing in the Winter Olympics 2026? - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;For years, Olympic ice hockey was the rare stage where the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nhl&quot;&gt;NHL&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;’s brightest stars traded league rivalries for national colors, turning the &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/winter-olympics&quot;&gt;Winter Games&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; into a global summit of the sport’s elite. Then, almost suddenly, their presence disappeared.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;What followed was not a single dramatic split but a quiet buildup of tensions, &lt;strong&gt;negotiations and unresolved questions&lt;/strong&gt; that reshaped the bond between the world’s top league and the Olympic movement.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;By the time the calendar turned toward the next Olympic cycle, the story had shifted once more. A &lt;strong&gt;long-awaited reunion &lt;/strong&gt;began to take shape, hinting that hockey’s grandest international stage was ready to welcome its stars again.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Why did NHL players stop competing in the Olympics?&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The hiatus of NHL players from the Olympic ice began after the 2014 Sochi Winter Games, when the league and its players’ union &lt;strong&gt;couldn’t agree with the International Olympic Committee&lt;/strong&gt; (IOC) &lt;strong&gt;and the International Ice Hockey Federation&lt;/strong&gt; (IIHF) &lt;strong&gt;on the terms of participation&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;figure class=&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img loading=&quot;lazy&quot; width=&quot;1920&quot; height=&quot;1080&quot; src=&quot;https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/11114715/Sydney-Crosby-at-the-Olympics-1-1920x1080.webp&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;wp-image-577967&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;figcaption&gt;Sidney Crosby and Marcus Johansson during the Men’s Ice Hockey Gold Medal match at 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics (Source: Clive Mason/Getty Images)&lt;/figcaption&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;



&lt;p&gt;At the heart of the dispute were questions about who would cover travel costs, insurance and the disruption of pausing a demanding NHL season — issues that grew more complicated as the league’s regular schedule expanded and financial concerns took priority.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;As a result, &lt;strong&gt;NHL stars were absent from the 2018 PyeongChang and 2022 Beijing Games&lt;/strong&gt;, leaving national teams to compete without the sport’s most recognizable professionals.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The situation was further affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced disruptions and made coordination between the league’s season and Olympic timing even more challenging.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Behind the scenes, however, conversations never fully stopped. Negotiations between the NHL, NHL Players’ Association, the IIHF and the IOC continued for years, fueled by a shared &lt;strong&gt;desire among players to return to the world’s biggest sporting stage&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;That long-awaited breakthrough came with a landmark agreement finalized in 2025, paving the way for the return of NHL players to the Olympic Winter Games in Milano-Cortina 2026 and beyond — ending a &lt;strong&gt;12-year absence&lt;/strong&gt; and reigniting the sport’s best-on-best tradition.&lt;/p&gt;

Why were NHL players banned from the Winter Olympics? The story behind hockey’s absence

Why were NHL players banned from the Winter Olympics? The story behind hockey’s absence - Bolavip US

&lt;p&gt;Though a matchup between &lt;strong&gt;Latvia &lt;/strong&gt;and &lt;strong&gt;Team USA&lt;/strong&gt; doesn’t say much on paper, it will be different as the two national teams vie to hit the ground running at the &lt;strong&gt;2026 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/winter-olympics&quot;&gt;Winter Olympics&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. Moreover, there might be lingering bad blood between &lt;strong&gt;Charlie McAvoy&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;Sandis Vilmanis&lt;/strong&gt;, as the latter delivered a controversial hit to the head of the former earlier in the 2025–26 &lt;strong&gt;NHL&lt;/strong&gt; season.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nhl&quot;&gt;NHL&lt;/a&gt; is frozen. Whatever happened in the season up until this point is irrelevant. All that matters is striking gold in Milan-Cortina 2026. &lt;strong&gt;Whether it’s a realistic goal or not&lt;/strong&gt;, every participating country aims to go all the way. That is true for McAvoy’s USA, as much as it is for Vilmanis and Latvia.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;As Latvia and USA take to the ice in Italy, Vilmanis and McAvoy meet again shortly after the incident at Amerant Bank Arena. McAvoy took to his social media with a slow-motion video showing Vilmanis’ elbow going up to meet his jaw along with a &lt;strong&gt;selfie of how his face looked after the hit&lt;/strong&gt;. Still, as McAvoy is available to play for Team USA, Vilmanis made something clear to his counterpart with an honest message.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;“&lt;em&gt;Of course &lt;strong&gt;I didn’t mean to do that&lt;/strong&gt;,” &lt;/em&gt;Vilmanis admitted, via &lt;em&gt;The Boston Globe. “You know, it just happened so quick. And, of course, you don’t see who it is, right? Yeah, I made, uh, not a great play there. &lt;strong&gt;But I mean, it’s hockey&lt;/strong&gt;. It happens really quick.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;div class=&quot;ck-twitter&quot;&gt;&lt;blockquote class=&quot;twitter-tweet&quot;&gt;&lt;p lang=&quot;zxx&quot; dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://t.co/e4WUZ18YnE&quot;&gt;pic.twitter.com/e4WUZ18YnE&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;— Charlie McAvoy (@CMcAvoy44) &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/CMcAvoy44/status/2019927366185697381?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&quot;&gt;February 7, 2026&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;/div&gt; 



&lt;h2&gt;The story behind the feud&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;During the Florida Panthers’ 5–4 shootout victory over the Boston Bruins, Vilmanis was assessed an illegal check-to-the-head penalty for his hit on McAvoy. Needless to say, &lt;strong&gt;everyone in the arena expected retaliation&lt;/strong&gt; of some sort from the Spoked B throughout the night. &lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;However, Vilmanis didn’t return to the ice, as Paul Maurice and his staff decided to take him out of the game. &lt;strong&gt;Vilmanis admitted to feeling lightheaded after the hit&lt;/strong&gt;, but the medical staff cleared him to return. Regardless, the Panthers thought it was wiser to keep him out of harm’s—and revenge’s—way.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;All eyes on meeting between Vilmanis and McAvoy&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;All eyes are now fixed on what might happen if McAvoy and Vilmanis come across each other on the ice in Milan. However, &lt;strong&gt;Uvis Balinskis&lt;/strong&gt;—who plays with Vilmanis for both Latvia and Florida—believes they have nothing to worry about. Once they return to North America and the Bruins and Panthers meet, &lt;strong&gt;that’s a whole different story.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Not here, probably,” &lt;/em&gt;Balinskis admitted. &lt;em&gt;“Maybe when we go back to the National League. Maybe when we play Boston again he may need to keep his head up a little bit more. &lt;strong&gt;But I don’t think he’s in trouble&lt;/strong&gt;.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;In the Winter Olympics, fighting is not allowed. If two players drop the gloves, they are ejected from the game. With a gold medal in their sights, it’s hard to see either Vilmanis or McAvoy hindering their national team over their dispute. It can wait until they are back in NHL action. &lt;strong&gt;After all, revenge is a dish best served cold&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698caebb70a943df4bc92b2c&quot; data-title=&quot;Should the NHL have fined/suspended Vilmanis for his hit on McAvoy?&quot; data-options=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;

Winter Olympics 2026: Latvia’s Sandis Vilmanis sends clear message to Charlie McAvoy ahead of Team USA’s debut

Winter Olympics 2026: Latvia's Sandis Vilmanis sends clear message to Charlie McAvoy ahead of Team USA's debut - Bolavip US

Latvia's Sandis Vilmanis sends clear message to Charlie McAvoy ahead of Team USA's debut

&lt;p&gt;He who seeks shall find—for better or worse. The &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-rangers&quot;&gt;New York Rangers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; learn a new lesson from that idiom day in and day out in the &lt;strong&gt;NHL&lt;/strong&gt;. Trading &lt;strong&gt;Artemi Panarin&lt;/strong&gt; away was only the start of the retool in Manhattan. As &lt;strong&gt;Chris Drury’s&lt;/strong&gt; letter to the fans made clear, there’s plenty more where that came from. However, the general manager must tread lightly. One misstep, and the &lt;strong&gt;New York Islanders&lt;/strong&gt; may end up with the biggest trade chip the Blueshirts own: &lt;strong&gt;Vincent Trocheck&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Such a piece of business may be the last straw for the organization’s patience with Drury. But then again, the same has been said about previous moves by Drury, and &lt;strong&gt;his name is still on the door&lt;/strong&gt;. As much noise as fans make at Madison Square Garden and on social media, it looks like Drury won’t be going anywhere in the 2025-26 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nhl&quot;&gt;NHL&lt;/a&gt; season. What happens after? That’s another question.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;There are &lt;strong&gt;no shortage of trade candidates interested in Trocheck&lt;/strong&gt;, who is currently in Milan with Team USA for the 2026 Olympics. Meanwhile, the Rangers back in New York keep working on what a potential trade including Trocheck might look like. &lt;strong&gt;All while the NHL is in its Olympic roster freeze&lt;/strong&gt;, blockading any move—such as trades, call-ups, and anything imaginable. In that regard, a report can’t help but point the &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-islanders&quot;&gt;Islanders&lt;/a&gt; make a solid argument to trade for Trocheck. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;As reported by Peter Baugh and Vince Mercogliano of &lt;em&gt;The Athletic&lt;/em&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;the Islanders boast the prospects and draft assets&lt;/strong&gt; to catch the biggest fish in the concrete jungle. Moreover, they &lt;strong&gt;could even afford an inflated price tag&lt;/strong&gt; if the Rangers decide to tax the in-state move. From Trocheck’s perspective, it might be an ideal move, as he wouldn’t have to say goodbye to his home in the Big Apple, where he’s been for the past four seasons.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;h2&gt;Rangers and Islanders&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;As much as logic and data drive every decision in the NHL, emotions also have a big say in the matter and are reserved a seat at the table. Thus, it’s hard to see the Rangers engaging in such a trade to bolster the Isles’ roster. However, Drury has used the hotline to Long Island recently, &lt;strong&gt;sending defenseman Carson Soucy to the Islanders. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;It was only the fourth trade between the two New York–based organizations in NHL history, and the first in over 15 years. Would it be rare? Extremely—and it would raise eyebrows both in Manhattan and Elmont. But &lt;strong&gt;even lightning can strike twice&lt;/strong&gt;, so it can’t be ruled out entirely.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Trocheck’s contract clause&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;However, there is a big question mark floating over the “Trocheck to the Islanders” rumors. Trocheck’s contract with the Rangers—which runs through the 2028–29 NHL season—includes a modified no-trade clause (M-NTC) in the &lt;strong&gt;form of a 12-team no-trade list. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Whether the Isles are on that list or not has yet to be reported, but it’s a real possibility. In contrast, the &lt;strong&gt;Minnesota Wild&lt;/strong&gt; have emerged as the frontrunner to trade for Trocheck, and reports indicate the &lt;strong&gt;organization in the Land of 10,000 Lakes has received the green light&lt;/strong&gt; from the veteran center.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;The Rangers are wary of Trocheck spending so much time with Wild GM Bill Guerin (Team USA’s GM as well) and Quinn Hughes in Milan, as they may well convince him to push for a trade to Minnesota. Still, even if the Wild land Trocheck at a discounted price, it’s a &lt;strong&gt;far better outcome than risking him making his way to Long Island.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;698b8a6470a943df4bc92b0a&quot; data-title=&quot;Who will the Rangers trade Trocheck to?&quot; data-options=&quot;6&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;

NY Rangers reportedly face trade threat from rival NY Islanders over former Artemi Panarin teammate

NY Rangers reportedly face trade threat from rival NY Islanders over former Artemi Panarin teammate - Bolavip US

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&lt;p&gt;After &lt;strong&gt;NHL&lt;/strong&gt;-wide concern surrounding the ice conditions at the Milan hockey rink for the &lt;strong&gt;2026 &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/winter-olympics&quot;&gt;Winter Olympics&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong&gt;Matthew Tkachuk&lt;/strong&gt; is making sure to heat things up. In that context, the alternate captain for &lt;strong&gt;Team USA&lt;/strong&gt; offered a candid assessment of his counterparts on &lt;strong&gt;Team Canada&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;What initially sounded like rare praise from &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk&quot;&gt;Tkachuk&lt;/a&gt; toward the Canadian team concealed a subtle dig &lt;strong&gt;aimed at a Tampa Bay Lightning player&lt;/strong&gt; who will miss the tournament with an injury.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“[Sam Bennett’s addition to Team Canada] is &lt;strong&gt;definitely an upgrade for their team&lt;/strong&gt;,”&lt;/em&gt; Tkachuk stated, via&lt;em&gt; Sportsnet’s&lt;/em&gt; Luke Fox. Hidden behind the praise for his fellow Florida Panthers teammate Sam Bennett was a shot at Anthony Cirelli, who was taken off the team due to injury and replaced by Bennett.&lt;/p&gt;



&lt;h2&gt;Battle of Florida travels to Milan&lt;/h2&gt;



&lt;p&gt;Tkachuk’s candid statement should come as no surprise—at least to any &lt;a href=&quot;https://bolavip.com/en/nhl&quot;&gt;NHL&lt;/a&gt; fan who hasn’t been living under a rock for the past five years. The Panthers and Lightning now feature the league’s fiercest and most electric rivalry, and their matchups are always filled with bad blood.&lt;/p&gt;



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&lt;p&gt;Tampa Bay and Florida met on the final day of NHL action before the Olympic break. Despite featuring several players bound for the Olympic tournament, neither side held anything back. The game ended in a lopsided 6–1 victory for the Bolts, but the extracurriculars stole the spotlight.&lt;/p&gt;


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&lt;p&gt;Both teams combined for a &lt;strong&gt;staggering 167 penalty minutes (PIM), including 11 game misconducts&lt;/strong&gt;—one of which was assessed to head coach Paul Maurice. Needless to say, when the Sunshine State rivals meet, it’s anything but rainbows and sunshine on the ice. On the contrary, the rink seethes with mutual hostility. As Tkachuk settles into the Olympic Village, &lt;strong&gt;that animosity remains unchanged&lt;/strong&gt;—and only intensifies when combined with the Team USA–Team Canada rivalry.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;div class=&quot;wp_fsn_poll&quot; id=&quot;6989fd1370a943df4bc92ad6&quot; data-title=&quot;Who will win the gold medal in the 2026 Olympics?&quot; data-options=&quot;5&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;

Team USA star Matthew Tkachuk takes shot at injured Team Canada player ahead of Olympics

Team USA star Matthew Tkachuk takes shot at injured Team Canada player ahead of Olympics - Bolavip US

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