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It’s been 66 years since Australia last played Olympic ice hockey. Can we ever get back there?
For a sport that exists on the outermost margins of our national consciousness, it’s a long road back to the Winter Olympics. But there is a glimmer of hope.
- Vince Rugari
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Fans give Star-Spangled Banner icy reception before players brawl in US, Canada face-off
Canadian fans booed the US anthem before an ice-hockey match between the nations, in response to US President Donald Trump’s attitude towards their country. The match then got off to an explosive start.
- Stephen Whyno
Mass brawls kick off NHL match
All 10 players were involved as the match between the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils opened with the second-quickest fight ever seen at Madison Square Garden. Credit: @ryannovo62
The Weekly Sports Quiz: Best, fairest and brouhahas
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- Ears McEvoy
Police investigate ice hockey player’s death after throat cut by opponent’s blade
Former NHL star Adam Johnson, of the Nottingham Panthers, was struck in the neck by the boot of a Sheffield Steelers player during a match in Sheffield.
- Tom Morgan
‘Exceeded all expectations’: Australia’s ice hockey fans wow visitors as NHL looks to future events
The NHL hopes to bring more events back to Melbourne after two sold-out games at Rod Laver Arena over the weekend.
- Roy Ward
‘Rugby on ice’: Can the NHL move the needle for hockey in Australia?
For obvious reasons, ice hockey is not exactly popular in this country - but homegrown star Nathan Walker is hoping this weekend’s NHL pre-season game in Melbourne will be the start of something big.
- Vince Rugari