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Ottawa Out: Calgary Eyes 2028 World Cup of Hockey

3/2/2026

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Ottawa’s bid to host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey failed, per Bruce Garrioch.
The NHL and NHL Players’ Association will announce the host cities in two weeks, with Calgary among the shortlisted candidates.
The tournament is set for February 2028, will feature eight nations and 17 games over 12 days, and marks the return of international hockey since 2016 after NHL players’ Olympic participation last month.

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Ottawa’s bid to host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey failed, per Bruce Garrioch.
The NHL and NHL Players’ Association will announce the host cities in two weeks, with Calgary among the shortlisted candidates.
The tournament is set for February 2028, will feature eight nations and 17 games over 12 days, and marks the return of international hockey since 2016 after NHL players’ Olympic participation last month.