Ice hockey is one of the most popular events each Winter Olympics cycle. Check out information on the format, scoring, rules, ...
In general, IIHF hockey errs on the side of player safety.
The time between periods will be slightly shorter at the Olympics, with a break of only 15 minutes compared to 18 minutes in the NHL. For viewers, this difference will hardly be noticeable, but it ...
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Olympic hockey rules, explained: How icing, fighting and more differ from NHL games
Here's a list of some of biggest differences between IIHF hockey and NHL hockey.
Just as in the NHL, if an Olympic game is tied after 60 minutes, there will be overtime and a possible shootout. But there are differences in rules.
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Olympic ice hockey vs. NHL rules: How are they different?
NHL players are heading back to the Olympics for the first time in 12 years, so hockey’s biggest stars will need to brush up on the international rulebook. The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics will be the ...
Ahead of the start of the 2026 Winter Olympics hockey event, here’s a simple guide explaining the key rule differences between IIHF and NHL.
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