With the Czech Republic’s elimination of Team Slovakia—and with it, forwards Tomas Tatar and Tomas Jurco's participation—and Henrik Zetterberg’s herniated disc forcing him off Team Sweden’s roster, the Detroit Red Wings' Olympic representation has been whittled down from 10 to seven players.
However, of the remaining players, only six will be taking part in on-ice completion.
As the tournament progresses into the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds, Team USA goalie Jimmy Howard figures to be just another spectator.
Howard’s status as a third option behind goalies Ryan Miller and Jonathan Quick was established as soon as his selection to Team USA was announced—so that he’s suited up only to ride pine in Sochi is hardly a surprise.
However, now that Quick is the presumptive starter for Team USA, Miller will be the one occupying Howard’s spot on the bench, moving the Detroit goaltender to the press box.
What this means is, barring injury or some catastrophic collapse in net, Howard’s Team USA participation is essentially over.
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