Feb 4 2025: IIHF votes to exclude Russia/Belarus from 2025-26 season

[LadyStanley]

Yeah, the "safety" reason is a bit weak, but the fact they still are in an armed conflict is more significant.

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[alko]

Important is, what will NHL say to this. Maybe they want to have there also russian stars...

 

[Voight]

Important is, what will NHL say to this. Maybe they want to have there also russian stars...

Realistically there isnt anything they could do short of "if Russian players aren't allowed, we weren't sending any players" which they won't do. Not to repeat an old talking point, but the NHL does not make any money off the Olympics so I dont think this bothers them all that much.