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After a quiet retirement in Sweden, Johan Franzen’s legacy is celebrated with a jersey retirement and a star at the Vetlanda Festival, revealing the man behind the myth.
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After a quiet retirement in Sweden, Johan Franzen’s legacy is celebrated with a jersey retirement and a star at the Vetlanda Festival, revealing the man behind the myth.

Switzerland’s ice hockey team suffered a 1-0 defeat to Finland in overtime, prompting a quiet night on Langstrasse and a planned honor ceremony despite the loss.

Norway’s overtime win over Canada secured a bronze medal and a landmark achievement for the nation’s ice hockey program, a moment highlighted by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store’s public praise.

Finland's overtime win over Switzerland not only crowns their fifth world title but also transforms the festive atmosphere in Zurich into a moment of collective disappointment.

The University of Pennsylvania's ambitious 'Vision 2025' plan sought to elevate its men's hockey club to NCAA Division I status by the 2025-26 season, confronting fundraising hurdles, arena limitations, and pandemic disruptions while drawing inspiration from Olympic triumphs and a growing hockey culture.

A look at the 2025‑26 Upper Deck MVP hockey blaster boxes opened in honor of the Stanley Cup Finals, highlighting rookie debuts, MVP finalists and collector appeal.

Finland clinched its fifth world title with a 1-0 overtime victory over Switzerland, highlighted by Konsta Helenius' game-winning goal and Justus Annunen's 22 saves.

In a tense final at the Ice Hockey World Championship, Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in overtime, with Konsta Helenius delivering the decisive strike. The win marks Finland's fifth world crown while Norway celebrates its first-ever medal after defeating Canada in the bronze‑medal game.

Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in sudden‑death overtime, with Konsta Helenius scoring the decisive goal, securing their fifth world title, while Norway claimed their first-ever medal.

Finland defeated Switzerland in overtime to win the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, ending a three‑year final streak. Roman Josi was named MVP and Best Defenceman, while Canada's Macklin Celebrini and Norway's Henrik Haukeland received Best Forward and Best Goaltender honors.

The Kitchener Rangers clinched their third consecutive Memorial Cup, with Sam O’Reilly making history as the fourth player to win the tournament's MVP award.

Finland captured its first Ice Hockey World Championship with a 1‑0 overtime win over Switzerland, while the United States defeated Senegal 3‑2 in a soccer warm‑up. At the French Open, Iga Swiatek fell to Marta Kostyuk and several top‑ranked players were eliminated.

The International Ice Hockey Federation will review the admission of Russian and Belarusian teams, with the Belarusian junior squad already slated for the 2027 World Championship in the United States.

The 2026 Memorial Cup Final in Kelowna saw the Silvertips outmatched by the Rangers, yet key performances from Vanhanen, DuPont and O'Reilly highlighted the tournament.

A look back at the historic UMass Lowell–Merrimack hockey rivalry, from turkey tricks to championship triumphs.

The Kitchener Rangers clinched the Memorial Cup in Kelowna with a 6-2 victory over the Everett Silvertips, highlighted by power‑play goals from Jack Pridham and San O’Reilly and a four‑point night from O’Reilly.

Ranked No. 37 among North American skaters, Tyus Sparks combines a quick shot release with a unique travel story that saw him fly across the continent for AAA hockey and earn frequent‑flyer upgrades.

Kitchener Rangers capture the 2026 Memorial Cup with a dominant 6‑2 win over the Everett Silvertips, completing a flawless tournament and cementing a legacy in Canadian junior hockey.

The Kitchener Rangers defeated the Everett Silvertips 6-2 in the Memorial Cup final, with Sam O’Reilly named tournament MVP after a standout offensive showing.

Rudolfs Balcers’ rise from an NHL trade to the captain’s seat has culminated in a historic seven‑goal haul at the 2026 World Hockey Championships, where his leadership and scoring prowess are reshaping Latvia’s campaign.

The Rangers completed a perfect tournament run, defeating the Western Hockey League champions 6‑2 in a game that featured a 37‑second goal spree and a standout performance by forward San O'Reilly.
Finland captured gold, Switzerland repeated as silver medallists, and Norway secured its first bronze while emerging talents dazzled and traditional powerhouses faced setbacks.
Finland captured the 2026 men's hockey world championship title, while Norway secured its first medal and Switzerland added another silver. The event highlighted emerging NHL talent and sparked debate over the 3‑on‑3 overtime system.

Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in overtime at the 2026 IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship, with Konsta Helenius scoring the decisive goal and goaltender Justus Annunen delivering 22 saves. Captain Aleksander Barkov's three goals and eight assists anchored the Finnish campaign, while Switzerland's third straight final loss underscored their continued near‑miss.