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Neck protectors were previously optional in Olympic competitions, while not required in other competitions around the world.
While protectors are mandatory at international youth level, having to wear protectors will be a new experience at elite level for some of the best players in the world.
The British Elite League has not made it mandatory, despite Johnson’s fatal accident in competition, and it is not yet required in the North American National Hockey League (NHL).
The NHL – considered the number one league in the world – will make guards mandatory for new players, external Entering into competition from the 2026-27 season onwards. However, those who already play in the league will not need to wear protective equipment.
NHL players will participate in the Milan-Cortina Olympics next year,, external After not participating in the last two Olympics due to disruption to the domestic season in 2018 and concerns about the coronavirus in Beijing 2022.
The Olympic ice hockey competitions will be held in Milan from February 5 to 22, 2026.
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