Olympic organizers defended the size of the rink to be used in the hockey tournament after reports that it was shorter than the standard NHL size.

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman yesterday expressed concern about the construction delays regarding the hockey rink for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Games while saying that it is 'disappointing.'

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman on Wednesday expressed concern about the construction delays regarding the hockey rink for the Milan Cortina Olympics. The slow construction of the main rink is “disappointing,

Today, NHL.com senior writer Dan Rosen and columnist Nicholas J. Cotsonika present their all-time roster for Team USA:

If the ice isn’t safe, the NHL will take its puck and go home. That was the message NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly told reporters in Colorado on Monday amid news of ongoing issues with the Olympic ice hockey rink being constructed in Milan, Italy for the Winter Games in two months.

A frightening scene unfolded during the Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks NHL match today when Jackson Blake was struck in the face by Macklin Celebrini’s skate during a second-period scoring play.

Ahead of the Sunshine State hosting back-to-back outdoor games – the 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic and the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series – the NHL, NHLPA, Florida Panthers, and Tampa Bay Lightning will unite to celebrate hockey from mid-December through the beginning of February with numerous community events and initiatives.