Reports: NHL, NHLPA to announce return to Olympics in '26

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The NHL and the players association are expected to announce the return of league players to the Olympics in 2026, according to multiple reports Friday.

In addition, the two sides have agreed to a Four Nations tournament in 2025, with players representing Canada, Finland, Sweden and the United States, per report.

The Olympics have not had a contingent of NHL players sin