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Trump and Putin Discuss NHL-KHL Hockey Matches Amid Conflict

3/18/2025

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In a surprising phone call, President Trump and President Putin explored the idea of hosting hockey matches featuring NHL and KHL players. While Trump expressed enthusiasm for the proposal, the NHL claimed it had no knowledge of such talks. Meanwhile, the shadow of the Ukraine conflict continues to keep Russia and Belarus sidelined from international hockey.

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Story summary

In a surprising phone call, President Trump and President Putin explored the idea of hosting hockey matches featuring NHL and KHL players. While Trump expressed enthusiasm for the proposal, the NHL claimed it had no knowledge of such talks. Meanwhile, the shadow of the Ukraine conflict continues to keep Russia and Belarus sidelined from international hockey.