Sam Bennett of the Florida Panthers will replace Anthony Cirelli on Team Canada for the upcoming Olympics. Sources confirmed the news after Cirelli suffered an injury during the Stadium Series game. Bennett's inclusion comes as a surprise, given he was initially left off the roster. He's been practicing with the team as they prepare to head to Milan.

Cirelli's injury occurred in the first period of the game against Boston. Brayden Point, also injured, is still hopeful to compete for Team Canada. The team has a tight deadline to finalize its roster before the tournament begins on February 11th. The NHL break impacts several teams, including Tampa Bay and Florida, as players depart for international competition.

The Panthers center, Bennett, recently won the Conn Smythe trophy. The team is currently outside playoff contention. Various teams can make roster adjustments until the event starts. NHL players will travel to Milan this Saturday. This inclusion offers Bennett a chance to represent his country on a global stage.

Team USA has already made an injury replacement, with Jackson LaCombe stepping in for Seth Jones. The Olympic tournament provides a significant opportunity for players to showcase their skills. With many teams having several key players gone for the Olympics, the second half of the NHL season will be very interesting.