Alberta's Hockey Heartland to Host 2028 World Cup - With Prague as Co-Host

The NHL just handed one of hockey's marquee international events to Canada's most storied hockey province, splitting the tournament between Calgary's brand-new Scotia Place and Edmonton's Rogers Place alongside Prague's O2 Arena. This isn't just about venues - it's about timing, as the world's best players will descend on Alberta in February 2028 for the first World Cup since 2016, marking a major statement about where the league sees its future.