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- The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) has mandated neck guards for all hockey players at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, following the death of Adam Johnson in 2023.
- In December 2023, the IIHF announced the requirement but did not provide a timeline due to supply issues.
- NHL players must wear neck guards starting in the 2026-27 season, with exemptions for those who played prior to this season.
- The Olympics will feature NHL players for the first time since 2014, with competitions starting on February 5, 2026.
