Vladar to Start Olympic Game vs. France for Czechs

Dan Vladar will start in goal for the Czech Republic against France on Friday at the 2026 Winter Olympics. He backed up Lukas Dostal in Thursday's 5-0 loss to Canada. Vladar is having an outstanding season with the Philadelphia Flyers, boasting a 17-8-6 record, a 2.47 GAA, and a .905 save percentage. Facing France, considered the weakest team in the tournament, presents a favorable matchup for Vladar.