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Bettman Punts Russia's 2028 Fate to IIHF
Gary Bettman plays the diplomat card, leaving Russia's 2028 World Cup status in the IIHF's hands amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The commissioner knows better than to wade into that minefield himself, especially with NHL calendars already jammed. This deferral keeps the door cracked but signals front offices to watch IIHF rulings closely for roster planning.
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