Saros Gets Olympic Start for Finland vs. Slovakia Amidst Recent Struggles

Juuse Saros, 30, is confirmed to start in net for Team Finland's preliminary round game against Slovakia at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Nashville Predators goaltender has recently struggled, allowing at least three goals in nine consecutive games, posting a 4-2-2 record during that span. Finland enters the matchup as heavy favorites against Slovakia, despite Saros's recent performance issues with his NHL club.