Mikko Rantanen of Team Finland will miss the Olympic bronze medal game against Slovakia due to a lower-body injury. Rantanen, who scored six points in five games, was replaced by Eeli Tolvanen. Finland aims for its fifth bronze medal, having previously won five medals at the Olympics, including gold in 2016 and silver in 2016. Slovakia, seeking its first Olympic medal, is the defending bronze medalist from 2022. The bronze medal game is scheduled for 2:40 p.m. ET in Milan and will be broadcast on USA Network, with streaming available on NBC's platforms. Team Finland's Joel Armia is expected to play a key role, contributing offensively and on penalty kills, with five points in five games. Finland's team is confident after nearly defeating Canada in the semifinals. Slovakia, considered the underdog, will try to secure its first Olympic medal. The game represents a significant opportunity for both teams, with Finland aiming for its sixth medal and Slovakia hoping to make history.