World Cup of Hockey Returns in 2028

0:00You're listening to NHL News today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. With the 2026 Olympics behind us, hockey fans have a big treat ahead, the World Cup of hockey returns in February 2028. This best on best tournament brings back the NHL's top stars for national team rivalries, just two years after the Olympic excitement in Milan. The event will use two venues, one in North America and one in Europe, with locations announced in about two weeks. Even like the 2016 version with teams like North America and Europe, this one sticks to individual countries, likely in an 18 format, hosted across the ocean. Team USA stole the show at the Olympics, ending a 46 year gold drought with an overtime win over Canada, thanks to stars like Conor hella bike, and Jack Hughes. Their deep talent pool at every position has fans wondering if they can dominate the next era of international play. Meanwhile, questions swirl around Sydney Crosby and team Canada.

1:01The 30-year-old penguin's captain, still producing at an elite level with 59 points this season, might lace up for one last. Best on best shot if he's willing. Over in Sweden, a talented roster flamed out early, sparking talks of coaching changes and younger defensemen to rebound. The biggest wildcard, Russia's potential return. Banned from I-I-HF events since 2022, their status hinges on world events and league decisions. Officials hope for inclusion soon to deepen the talent pool, but geopolitics will decide keep watching these storylines build. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor, Link in the Description. Some people meditate, I just lay down and press play. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com. over