DALLAS – Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger will represent Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, a moment he recently discussed in conversations with D210SPORTS as the reality of the honor began to sink in.
Oettinger, 26, reflected on what the selection means after years of growth in Dallas, where he has developed into one of the NHL’s most reliable netminders. He pointed to the daily grind, learning to handle pressure, and embracing big moments as key steps that led to the Olympic call.
From the Stars’ perspective, Oettinger’s selection is a point of pride. From the national stage, Team USA gains a calm, battle-tested presence in goal. As Oettinger told D210SPORTS, wearing the USA crest represents more than a personal achievement — it’s the opportunity to compete for gold on hockey’s biggest international stage.
