Condors center Josh Samanski has been named to Team Germany for the upcoming Olympic Winter Games to be held in Milan-Cortina, Italy from February 11 – 22, 2026.

Samanski, 23, has represented Germany on the international stage for the past three years, including the 2025 World Championships where he posted five points (2g-3a) in seven games. Prior to representing the men’s team, the Erding, Germany native played for the U-20 World Junior Championship teams in 2021 and 2022.

Signed to a two-year Entry Level Contract by the Edmonton Oilers last April, Samanski has 24 points (5g-19a) in 31 games.

Team Germany will compete in Group C of the 12-team tournament.

TEAM GERMANY SCHEDULE (all times PT):

Thursday February 12, 12:10 p.m. – Germany vs Denmark

Saturday, February 14, 12:10 p.m. – Germany vs Latvia

Sunday, February 15, 12:10 p.m. – Germany vs United States of America