Russia says CAS has ordered International Ice Hockey Federation to let Russian teams play its events
- Hockey Canada is seeking clarity on Russia's potential return to the world junior hockey championship, which begins in less than two months in Edmonton and Red Deer, following a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling Friday.
- The International Ice Hockey Federation had barred Russia from 2026-27 events citing "safety and security concerns," but the three-person CAS panel found insufficient evidence to support the federation's arguments.
- Major national hockey federations expressed dissatisfaction with the ruling; The Finns called the decision "incomprehensible," Austria "regrets" it, and Germany "rejects" the return of Russian teams as the 16 tournament teams are already drawn.
- The World Cup of Hockey, a joint NHL-NHLPA event not subject to IIHF decisions, said via deputy commissioner Bill Daily that the ruling is "obviously a relevant piece of information" officials will weigh for Russia's 2028 invitation.
- While the war in Ukraine continues, the CAS ruling impacts upcoming international events including the U18 Women's and U18 Men's championships in Czechia and the Men's Worlds in Germany next May.
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