NHL and IIHF executives meet in Milan as President Luc Tardif wants Russian and Belarusian players back soon
The men's Olympic hockey tournament is underway without Russia and Belarus, banned due to the war in Ukraine. IIHF president Luc Tardif expressed a desire for their return but stated the federation will follow IOC recommendations. This ban significantly impacts the 'best-on-best' showcase, as Russia has been a dominant force in recent Olympics.
The men's Olympic hockey tournament is underway without Russia and Belarus, banned due to the war in Ukraine. IIHF president Luc Tardif expressed a desire for their return but stated the federation will follow IOC recommendations. This ban significantly impacts the 'best-on-best' showcase, as Russia has been a dominant force in recent Olympics.
