Former Avs center Pierre-Edouard Bellemare, now 40, has been awarded the captaincy for France’s Olympic hockey team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. Despite not making the Avalanche roster in 2024, Bellemare’s perseverance and experience have led him to this historic moment. France hasn’t qualified for the Olympics since 2002, making Bellemare the first known captain of the 12 nations. Watch this video to learn more about Bellemare’s journey and his impact on the teams he’s played for, including the Avs and Tampa Bay Lightning.
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