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NHL vs. IIHF rules, explained: Seven major differences between the two hockey organizations

NHL vs. IIHF rules, explained: Seven major differences between the two hockey organizations

World Juniors action kicks off this week in the Maritimes, as 10 of the best U20 teams from around the world are meeting for 11 days of competition. Hockey fans that are tuning into international hockey may notice that the rules aren’t exactly like the NHL.

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Hockey Canada resignations: Removal of CEO, board of directors among major changes to organization

Hockey Canada resignations: Removal of CEO, board of directors among major changes to organization

Hockey Canada announced on Tuesday that it is making major changes to the leadership of its organization, including the removal of chief executive officer Scott Smith and its board of directors “effective immediately”.

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Nathan MacKinnon contract details: Avalanche superstar signs monster deal to become highest-paid player in NHL

Nathan MacKinnon contract details: Avalanche superstar signs monster deal to become highest-paid player in NHL

Back up the brinks trucks in Denver. Nathan MacKinnon and the Avalanche have come to terms on an eight-year, $100.8 million contract extension for the superstar forward, the team announced on Tuesday.

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Too many men on the ice, explained: Why the NHL's 'judgment call' penalty can be so controversial

Too many men on the ice, explained: Why the NHL's 'judgment call' penalty can be so controversial

The story of Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final should have been Nazem Kadri returning from a surgery on his right thumb and in his first game back, scored the overtime winner to lift the Avalanche to victory and put them one win away from lifting the Stanley Cup.

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Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk dies at 62; NHL world reacts after unexpected passing

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk dies at 62; NHL world reacts after unexpected passing

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk has died from an illness, his family and the team announced Monday night. He was 62. “The National Hockey League mourns the passing of Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk.

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