NHL Hockey 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 16, 2026, 7:30 PM ET
NHL Futures & League Business
The National Hockey League officially announced host cities for the highly anticipated return of the World Cup of Hockey in February 2028, confirming that Calgary, and Prague will serve as venues for the international tournament. However, the inclusion of Russia remains an open question, as Commissioner Gary Bettman stated that time will tell whether the nation’s contingent of NHL talent will receive an invitation for the 2028 event, reflecting ongoing geopolitical considerations surrounding the league’s premier showcase.
Team Transactions & Fantasy Outlook
In personnel moves, the Chicago Blackhawks secured a three-year entry-level contract for Sacha Boisvert, positioning the forward as one of the organization's premier prospects heading into training camp. Elsewhere, fantasy hockey managers received guidance on weekly roster adjustments, with analysts recommending immediate pickups like Blake Coleman and Troy Terry based on favorable matchup scheduling for the upcoming slate of games.