When: Feb. 13, 15.
Best of the U.S.: Chris Creveling, the U.S. 1,000 champion last year, owns the national record.
Best of the rest: Victor Ahn of Russia is dominant in the 1,000, but don't be surprised by China's Wu Dajing or Han Tianyu.
U.S. chances to medal: J.R. Celski took a bronze this season in this race.
Little-known fact: Creveling began roller-skating at his family's rink in Kintnersville, Pa.
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