Jarvis Steps in for Injured Point on Canada’s Olympic Team

Casey Halston

Published: February 5, 2026 5:00 PM ET

Jarvis Steps in for Injured Point on Canada’s Olympic Team

In a recent turn of events for Canada’s Olympic hockey team, the injury of forward Brayden Point has led to the selection of Seth Jarvis as his replacement. Point sustained a lower-body injury during a January 12 game against the Philadelphia Flyers, where he left the ice after scoring a goal in the second period.

Brayden Point’s Injury

The 29-year-old forward, who has been a key player for the Tampa Bay Lightning, has had an impressive season. He has recorded 11 goals and 19 assists over 36 games. However, his participation in the upcoming Olympic games is now in jeopardy due to this latest injury. This is not the first time he has faced injury challenges this season, having missed a portion of November with an undisclosed issue.

Seth Jarvis Takes the Spotlight

Stepping in for Point, Seth Jarvis, a 24-year-old forward for the Carolina Hurricanes, has been showing remarkable performance this season. Jarvis has amassed 43 points, including 25 goals and 18 assists, over 48 games. His inclusion in the Olympic team comes on the heels of his success with Canada’s 4 Nations Face-Off team, where they triumphed over the United States in the finals.

Team Canada Adjustments

This roster adjustment marks Jarvis as the second replacement for Team Canada. Prior to this, Sam Bennett was announced as a replacement for injured Lightning forward Anthony Cirelli. Team Canada continues to navigate injury challenges while preparing for the upcoming competition.