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Swedish Ice Hockey Gathers 92 Experts to Revive Elite Talent

No World Championship gold since 2018 and a 13-year long gold drought in junior World Championship. So what is needed for Swedish ice hockey to become the best in the world again? We have an incredible top level, but no Nicklas Lidström or Peter Forsberg, says Mike Helber, the ice hockey association's strategic sports manager.

Swedish Ice Hockey Gathers 92 Experts to Revive Elite Talent

Olympic Ice Hockey 2024: Crosby and NHL Stars Secure Spots

Right now they meet in the Stanley Cup final – in eight months they are chasing Olympic Games gold. Stars like Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Sam Reinhart, Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov are among the first Olympic Games selected players.

Olympic Ice Hockey 2024: Crosby and NHL Stars Secure Spots

Florida Panthers One Win Away from Back-to-Back Stanley Cup Titles

The reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers are now just one match away from taking home the title for the second year in a row. .

Florida Panthers One Win Away from Back-to-Back Stanley Cup Titles

Swedes Arvidsson and Ekholm Lead Edmonton's Stanley Cup Comeback

Edmonton has grasped the grip on ice hockey's Stanley Cup buckle. Viktor Arvidsson and Mattias Ekholm were behind the turnaround in the first final match against Florida.

Swedes Arvidsson and Ekholm Lead Edmonton's Stanley Cup Comeback

Connor McDavid Aims to End Edmonton's 32-Year Stanley Cup Drought

He decided when Canada won the star tournament Four Nations in February. Can Connor McDavid also see to it that Edmonton breaks the 32-year-long title drought in the Stanley Cup? TT gives you what you need to know ahead of the finals in NHL.

Connor McDavid Aims to End Edmonton's 32-Year Stanley Cup Drought

Ekholm and Edmonton Seek Revenge in Stanley Cup Final Rematch Against Florida

This year's Stanley Cup final will be a replay of last year's title match, with Edmonton facing Florida once again. Swedish defenseman Mattias Ekholm, back on the ice, helped Edmonton knock out Dallas (6–3).

Ekholm and Edmonton Seek Revenge in Stanley Cup Final Rematch Against Florida

Edmonton Defeats Dallas 3-0 in Stanley Cup Semifinal; Hintz Injured

Edmonton's goalkeeper Stuart Skinner held tight when Dallas was defeated with a convincing 3–0 in tonight's semifinal in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Dallas' Roope Hintz was escorted off the ice after a hard hit above the skate.

Edmonton Defeats Dallas 3-0 in Stanley Cup Semifinal; Hintz Injured

Dallas Overcomes Edmonton with Three Goals in Six Minutes in Stanley Cup Semifinal

Edmonton seemed to be heading for a win, but completely collapsed in the third period. Dallas scored three power-play goals in six minutes and managed to turn the game around to a 6–3 victory in the first Stanley Cup semifinal.

Dallas Overcomes Edmonton with Three Goals in Six Minutes in Stanley Cup Semifinal

Finnish Star Granlund's Hat-Trick Leads Dallas to Semifinal Edge

Dallas storms towards the semifinal in the Stanley Cup playoffs. The Finnish star Mikael Granlund scored a hat-trick when it became a win at home with 3–1 against Winnipeg.

Finnish Star Granlund's Hat-Trick Leads Dallas to Semifinal Edge

William Karlsson's Last-Second Assist Secures Vegas Win Over Edmonton

William Karlsson delivered a full hit and then assisted to Vegas' winning goal – which came with one second left of the third quarterfinal against Edmonton. .

William Karlsson's Last-Second Assist Secures Vegas Win Over Edmonton

Vegas Faces Pressure Despite Swedish Goals in Stanley Cup Quarterfinals

Victor Olofsson scored two, William Karlsson one, and Vegas caught up from 2–4 to 4–4. However, it was still in the overtime of the second Stanley Cup quarterfinal against Edmonton and Vegas is under pressure in the match series.

Vegas Faces Pressure Despite Swedish Goals in Stanley Cup Quarterfinals

Adrian Kempe Shines as Kings Edge Oilers in Stanley Cup Thriller

It was a real sea battle when Los Angeles beat Edmonton in the first Stanley Cup eighth-final. And right in the middle of it all stood Swedish Adrian Kempe, steering the ship.

Adrian Kempe Shines as Kings Edge Oilers in Stanley Cup Thriller

William Nylander Ranked Third Most Stylish in NHL Player Poll

The NHL players have had their say on which player dresses the best. William Nylander not only scores a lot of goals.

William Nylander Ranked Third Most Stylish in NHL Player Poll

Changed national anthem after Trump's outburst

The Canadian national anthem did not sound like it usually does before the Four Nations final in ice hockey. The singer Chantal Kreviazuk changed the lyrics to poke at Donald Trump.

Changed national anthem after Trump's outburst

"Can't Take Our Country" – Canada's Response After the Win

Canada won the prestigious Four Nations tournament in ice hockey through a final victory with 3–2 against the USA. "You can't take over our country – and you can't take over our sport", writes Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on X after the victory, as a direct response to Donald Trump's outburst.

"Can't Take Our Country" – Canada's Response After the Win

Finland Spurted Too Late – Sweden Out

A late Finnish spurt against Canada was about to play into Sweden's hands in the Four Nations. We gave it a chance, but it was perhaps a bit too late, says two-goal shooter Mikael Granlund after the 3-5 loss.

Finland Spurted Too Late – Sweden Out

The Chaos Meeting Tonight – Three Fights in Nine Seconds

The fiery rivalry match between Canada and USA turned into a chaotic match. Three fights in the first nine seconds.

The Chaos Meeting Tonight – Three Fights in Nine Seconds

Swedish comeback not enough – loss in thriller

Sweden recovered from both a nightmare start and two two-goal deficits. Yet, it ended in defeat after a thrilling overtime in the Four Nations opening match.

Swedish comeback not enough – loss in thriller

The tournament starts tonight – this is what's at stake

Tonight, the star-studded Four Nations begins. Sweden meets Canada in the premiere of the first NHL national team tournament since 2016.

The tournament starts tonight – this is what's at stake

The Duel Against the Star: "Winner's Mindset to the Max"

Teammates who usually hunt for the Stanley Cup together. Now, defenseman Mattias Ekholm, 34, and superstar Connor McDavid, 28, will suddenly face each other on opposite sides.

The Duel Against the Star: "Winner's Mindset to the Max"

The Master Ready for Play: "No Danger"

Master back Gustav Forsling was back after a break and took his first shifts with Tre Kronor in Montreal. It felt really good, I'm healthy and fresh, so no danger, he says.

The Master Ready for Play: "No Danger"

List: The Biggest Profiles in the Four Nations

It's nine years since we saw all the biggest ones in the same national team tournament in ice hockey. Who are the biggest profiles in the first star tournament since 2016? Here is a selection.

List: The Biggest Profiles in the Four Nations

Hockey Tournament Four Nations: Stars, Rules, Brothers

Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews, Mikko Rantanen, and William Nylander. There are plenty of stars in the Four Nations, the first hockey tournament in nine years with almost all NHL profiles.

Hockey Tournament Four Nations: Stars, Rules, Brothers

The Superstar Connor McDavid Brought Down a Swede – Who Was Forced to Leave

Edmonton's superstar Connor McDavid handed out an elbow to the face of Marcus Johansson. The NHL Swede was forced to leave and is expected to be out of play in Minnesota for a while.

The Superstar Connor McDavid Brought Down a Swede – Who Was Forced to Leave