Associated Press - November 5, 2009 1:34 PM ET

DETROIT (AP) - Tomas Holmstrom helped Sweden win gold in hockey at the 2006 Olympics.

The Detroit Red Wings forward says that does not guarantee he'll get a shot to help his country repeat.

Like a lot of players, Holmstrom is on the bubble and hopes a strong start this season will secure him a spot for the Vancouver Olympics.

Holmstrom has played well to improve his chances after an injury-stunted season, but says only Swedish star Nicklas Lidstrom is a lock to make the team.

Belarus is expected to be the first country to announce its men's hockey roster on Dec. 23. The United States plans to be last, unveiling its 23-man squad after the NHL's Winter Classic on New Year's Day.

Until then, several spots on each of the 12 teams are up for grabs.

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