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NHL to hold an international event at UBS Arena in 2026 in place of All-Star Weekend, AP source says
- In February 2026, the NHL will replace the previously scheduled All-Star Weekend at the New York Islanders' arena with a global competition held at UBS Arena.
- The league changed plans following the successful 4 Nations Face-Off and the return of the Olympics, originally intending New York as the players’ departure for Milan-Cortina.
- Earlier this year, the 4 Nations tournament, which included teams from the U.S., Canada, Sweden, and Finland, attracted full arenas and high viewership, prompting the NHL to explore new ideas for midseason events.
- Commissioner Bettman mentioned that they are reconsidering their approach because they believe they have already set an exceptionally high standard for an all-star game across any sport.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul expressed disappointment over the decision made without state consultation and requested a comparable or greater event at UBS Arena in 2027.
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NHL to hold international event at Islanders' UBS Arena in 2026 in place of All-Star weekend, AP source says
The NHL is planning an international event at UBS Arena next February in lieu of the previously announced All-Star weekend at the home of the New York...
NHL to hold an international event at UBS Arena in 2026 in place of All-Star Weekend
The NHL is planning an international event at UBS Arena next February in lieu of the previously announced All-Star Weekend at the home of the New York Islanders, a person with knowledge of the situation said Monday.
NHL reportedly to hold international event in 2026 in place of all-star weekend
The NHL is planning an international event at UBS Arena next February, the home of the New York Islanders, in lieu of the previously announced all-star weekend, a person with knowledge of the situation said Monday.
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