Morgan Geekie’s Olympic Case Is Heating Up - And Team Canada Should Be Watching Closely
With the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina inching closer, national team rosters are starting to take shape - and the Boston Bruins might be sending more than just the usual suspects. David Pastrnak looks like a lock for Czechia, and Charlie McAvoy, along with Jeremy Swayman, is firmly in the mix for Team USA.
But the most intriguing storyline out of Boston right now? That would be Morgan Geekie.
Yes, that Morgan Geekie - the forward who’s quietly turned into one of the NHL’s most productive scorers this season. With 20 goals in just 27 games, Geekie isn’t just having a hot stretch - he’s playing like a legitimate top-six talent, and he’s doing it with confidence, consistency, and a scoring touch that’s hard to ignore.
Team Canada GM Doug Armstrong has some tough choices ahead, especially with several veteran forwards either coming off injuries or still working their way back. Zach Hyman in Edmonton and Mark Stone in Vegas are both proven commodities, but neither has had the kind of uninterrupted, high-level run that Geekie is currently riding. And in a short tournament like the Olympics, sometimes it’s better to go with the guy who’s already in rhythm.
That’s where Geekie’s case becomes really compelling. If he keeps up this pace - and there’s no reason to think he won’t, barring injury - he could hit the Olympic break with 30-plus goals. That’s not just impressive; it’s the kind of production that demands a serious look from Team Canada’s brass.
Imagine a line featuring Nathan MacKinnon, Morgan Geekie, and Tom Wilson. It’s a blend of speed, physicality, and scoring punch - the kind of trio that could wear down opponents and tilt the ice in Canada’s favor.
Geekie brings versatility, too. He can play center or wing, contribute on both special teams, and he’s shown he can handle big minutes against top competition.
That’s the kind of depth piece you want in a tournament where every shift matters.
Let’s be honest: the Olympic tournament, as always, is shaping up to be a Canada vs. USA showdown.
Sure, other nations will have their moments, but when it comes down to it, the heavyweight bout between these two hockey powerhouses is the main event. And if you’re Canada, you want every weapon at your disposal.
Right now, Geekie is playing like one.
The next month is crucial. Geekie has about four more weeks of NHL action to solidify his case.
While he’s never been known as a consistent top-tier scorer in the league, this season is starting to feel like a breakout, not a blip. Another strong stretch of games could make it very difficult for Armstrong to leave him off the final roster.
And that’s not just speculation - both Armstrong and Team USA GM Bill Guerin have been clear: the final few months leading into the Olympics are an extended audition. They’re watching who’s hot, who’s healthy, and who’s playing the right kind of hockey at the right time.
From Canada’s perspective, it’s hard to imagine a better scenario. Geekie is scoring, staying healthy, and showing no signs of slowing down. Unless something drastically changes, leaving him off the roster would be a gamble - especially when his current form suggests he could be a difference-maker on Olympic ice.
There’s also a practical angle for the Bruins. While Boston might prefer Geekie to get some rest during the Olympic break, there’s an argument to be made that staying in game shape - especially when you’re riding this kind of momentum - is more beneficial than taking a month off. Geekie’s rhythm and timing are dialed in right now, and maintaining that through Olympic competition could actually help him hit the ground running when NHL play resumes.
The final Olympic rosters are expected to be announced near the end of December. Until then, all eyes - including those north of the border - will be on Morgan Geekie. Because if he keeps doing what he’s doing, Team Canada might not have a choice.