NHL Notebook: Court of Arbitration for Sport rules for Team Russia’s return to international tournaments

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has ruled that Russia's hockey program is permitted to re-enter international tournaments, overturning a ban originally imposed following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The decision directs the International Ice Hockey Federation to readmit Russian national teams immediately, potentially impacting events such as the 2027 World Junior Championship. The IIHF is scheduled to meet on Monday to assess the ruling.

In NHL developments, the Detroit Red Wings suspended captain Dylan Larkin without pay after he opted to sit out until a trade is completed. Larkin, who submitted a 10-team trade list featuring clubs like the Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers, previously requested a trade during the off-season.