Markstrom to Start for Sweden in Olympic Quarterfinal vs. USA

Jacob Markstrom will start in net for Sweden in Wednesday's 2026 Winter Olympics quarterfinal against the United States. This marks his third consecutive start after seeing increased work, following a 26-save performance in a win over Slovakia and 20 saves on 21 shots against Latvia. While the USA presents a tougher challenge, Markstrom is coming off promising outings. He will tend the twine for Sweden, as reported by Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.