Sochi Olympics Day 8: Locals to Watch

2 a.m.: Slovakia and Slovenia hope to get off the schnied and into the winning column on Saturday. Watch out for Blackhawks players Marian Hossa and Michael Handzus for Team Slovakia. Click here to stream live.

6:30 a.m.: In a matchup that will stir memories of The Miracle on Ice, Team USA squares off against the host Russians. Blackhawks star Patrick Kane headlines a USA squad that had a strong showing in its opening match. Watch on NBC Sports Network or stream it live here.

7:30 a.m.: Chicago's Shani Davis attempts to avenge a disappointing performance earlier this week by going for the gold in the 1000m. Maybe the old uniforms will help. Click here to stream live.

9 a.m.: Chicago-area athletes Erika Brown and Ann Swisshelm try to get Team USA's winning ways in curling action Friday. They're up against a very competitive Danish team. Click here to watch live. Click here to stream live.

11 a.m.: A trio of Blackhawks -- Johnny Oduya, Niklas Hjalmarsson and Marcus Kruger are important cogs in a very strong Swedish team that is very much a gold medal threat. They'll try to go 3-0 in the tournament with a win over Latvia. Click here to stream live.

11 a.m.: Blackhawks defenseman Michal Rozival will try to help Team Czech Republic slice through the Swiss. Watch on NBC Sports Network or stream it live here.

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