NHL players will participate in the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 this February, the first time since 2014 the best players in the world will be on the Olympic stage. NHL.com will post a story each Monday to count down to the 2026 Olympics. Today, a look at Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider, who will try to help Germany elevate its status on the international stage and contend for a medal.

Moritz Seider is already a fixture on the ice for Germany's national team, but the Detroit Red Wings defenseman said he believes the best is yet to come for his nation as it prepares for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.

The 24-year-old said he -- and his teammates -- are ready for what lies ahead.

"I know we're a small country but we want to challenge all the big name

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