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Russia Back in Olympics, Bedard Out | Edmonton News
Russia’s Olympic hockey return looms as IOC lifts ban, with IIHF easing restrictions on a case-by-case basis—potentially paving the way for Russian athletes at the 2030 Winter Games. NHL’s Bill Daly says no final decisions on Russia’s World Cup eligibility yet, but Russian players may suit up for the 2027 All-Star Game on a Rest of World team. Meanwhile, Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard faces a four-month recovery after shoulder surgery—a major blow after his breakout 2023-24 season. The Blackhawks, who traded for Byram and Greenway, now rely heavily on Bedard’s health. Utah Mammoth locked…
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