Articles archive

European NHL Stars Driving the Growth of Hockey in Their Home Countries

(09 Apr 2025, 12:19) | The transnational influence of European NHL players has become a transformative force in reshaping hockey development programs across their home nations. By importing NHL-caliber training methodologies while funding grassroots initiatives, these athletes are driving measurable growth in participation and competitive outcomes. Read more»

Grenoble dominates Angers to clinch 9th Ligue Magnus title

(08 Apr 2025, 21:39) | Brûleurs de Loups seal the title at home with dominant Game 5 victory as veterans Hardy and Fleury bid farewell to the ice Read more»

Analyzing the Success of the 4 Nations Face-Off and Its Impact on International Hockey

(06 Apr 2025, 12:17) | The 2025 4 Nations Face-Off emerged as a watershed moment for international hockey, blending elite competition with unprecedented fan engagement. Held from February 12–20 in Montreal and Boston, the tournament replaced the NHL All-Star Game and featured Canada, the U.S., Sweden, and Finland in a round-robin format culminating in an overtime final where Canada defeated the U.S. 3–2. With 135,977 total attendees (19,425 per game) and 41 goals scored (5.86 per game), the event demonstrated hockey’s capacity to thrive outside traditional Olympic or World Cup frameworks. Read more»

Beijing Lions triumphs in historic Chinese Men’s Ice Hockey League finals

(03 Apr 2025, 09:24) | In the inaugural season of the Chinese Men’s Ice Hockey Professional League the Beijing Lions emerged victorious, securing the championship with a commanding 6-1 victory over Shenzhen Kunlun Red Star in the final. Read more»

KHL, DEL, National League and SHL set new attendance record in 2024/25 season

(24 Mar 2025, 10:47) | DEL, Swiss National League, KHL and SHL all set new attendance records in 24-25 season. Kölner Haie and SKA St. Petersburg are the clubs with the most spectators Read more»

Mogo comes out on top in the Optibet Hockey League Regular Season, Vilnius sneaks in to the final play-off spot

(18 Mar 2025, 19:53) | A deep and complete analysis of Optibet Hockey League regular season Read more»

Uzbekistan secures historic victory in WJCU18 Division III B

(07 Mar 2025, 13:39) | Uzbekistan achieved a remarkable milestone by winning its debut IIHF U18 Division III B World Championship, held in Thailand, securing the team’s promotion to WJC Division III A for the 2026Championship. Read more»

Färjestad makes history – Wins longest game in Swedish hockey to secure SDHL promotion

(02 Mar 2025, 22:12) | In a marathon battle for SDHL promotion, Färjestad BK's women's team secured a place in Sweden’s top league after an astonishing 156-minute showdown against Leksands IF. The game, which lasted over five hours and eight periods, is now the longest in Swedish hockey history. Read more»

Canada wins 4 Nations Face-Off

(21 Feb 2025, 10:13) | Connor McDavid secured Canada’s 3-2 overtime victory against the United States in the 4 Nations Face-Off final at TD Garden, delivering the championship-winning goal at 8:18 of OT. Read more»

ZSC Lions triumph in 2025 Champions Hockey League final

(19 Feb 2025, 10:19) | ZSC Lions Zurich are the new kings of European club hockey after securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over Färjestad Karlstad in the 2025 Champions Hockey League Final at Swiss Life Arena. With a standout performance from goaltender Šimon Hrubec and two crucial goals from Sven Andrighetto, the Swiss side held off a determined Färjestad to claim their first CHL title. Read more»

USA outlasts Canada, earns berth in 4 Nations title game

(16 Feb 2025, 09:08) | With this win, the United States secured their place in the 4 Nations Face-Off final, rendering their upcoming game against Sweden in Boston a mere formality. Read more»

Granlund´s overtime goal seals Finland´s 4-3 win over Sweden

(15 Feb 2025, 22:40) | In an electrifying NHL 4 Nations Face-Off at Bell Centre on Saturday, Finland kept their playoff hopes alive with a dramatic 4-3 overtime victory against Sweden. Read more»

Canada edges Sweden in overtime thriller to open NHL 4 Nations Face-Off

(13 Feb 2025, 07:42) | Montreal – The highly anticipated NHL 4 Nations Face-Off began with a dramatic overtime battle at Bell Centre, where Canada secured a 4-3 victory over Sweden. Mitch Marner delivered the game-winner at 66:06, capping an intense opening match. Read more»

Liechtenstein launched the first domestic league

(08 Feb 2025, 13:15) | Liechtenstein continues to carve out its place in international ice hockey with the establishment of the first-ever 3x3 national league in January Read more»

Mogo overtakes Zemgale for first place, Prizma’s tough losses: headline January in the OHL

(02 Feb 2025, 13:00) | January has come and gone, and Mogo has re-acquired and solidified their spot on top of the Optibet Hokeja Liga standings Read more»

Tweets by @eurohockey