NHL, Gary Bettman and the 4 Nations

NHL's Gary Bettman Talks World Cup Plans After Success of 4 Nations Face-Off
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Why NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman isn’t sure 4 Nations Face-Off will happen next season
While it saw enormous success, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman isn't sure the 4 Nations Face-Off will be returning next season with other international play coming up.
4 Nations Face-Off leaves 'lasting impact' for players, coaches across NHL
The 4 Nations Face-Off may have ended on Thursday with Canada defeating the United States in the championship game, but the buzz generated by the best-on-best international tournament is still being felt throughout the League by players and coaches.
What are the next NHL international tournaments after the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off?
The inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off has been quite the success for the NHL. The tournament has reignited the historic United States versus Canada rivalry and has brought in some major eyeballs onto the NHL’s midseason tournament that has taken the place of the typical All-Star weekend.
NHL commissioner unsure if 4 Nations will return, despite success: 'We've got a lot of things to consider'
The NHL is riding the high of the 4 Nations Face-off tournament, with the league's best-of international tournament bringing in millions of viewers. But despite the competition's success, it's not a guarantee that the league will bring the tournament back in the near future.
NHL commissioner has surprising stance on 4 Nations Face-Off
The NHL’s recent 4 Nations Face-Off was a huge success for the league. Despite that, there is no guarantee it will be back anytime soon.
Four NHL Teams Needing A Solid Start Following 4 Nations Face-Off Break
The NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off break is nearly over, and the focus will shift from Team Canada and Team USA Thursday night to the NHL’s Stanley Cup playoff race. And with about one-third of the regular season yet to play,
Will the 4 Nations Face-Off be just a one-time deal?
It takes a special moment for hockey to take center stage in America. The sport did just that with the creation of the 4 ...
ESPN host expects 4 Nations Face-Off to be one-off
Off, hockey fans have questioned whether the tournament will return in future years. One of the many weighing in on this was ...
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NHL Power Player thrilled to be part of 4 Nations Face-Off in Montreal
Editor’s note: NHL Power Players is an initiative focused on selecting young hockey fans to help advise the League on ...
These 4 NHL Stars Got The Biggest Glow-Ups From The 4 Nations Face-Off
The NHL and the sport of hockey got a major glow-up from the 4 Nations Face-Off. These four participants saw their personal ...
Gustav Elvin: The 4 Nations Face-Off was a smash hit in every sense. But can the NHL capitalize on its momentum?
At this time last year, in the middle of All-Star weekend in Toronto, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, alongside International ...
Weekend NHL rankings: Closing the book on a memorable 4 Nations Face-Off
With only two days' worth of NHL action to review, the aftermath of the 4 Nations Face-Off offers more food for thought.
How the 4 Nations Face-Off showed Utah Hockey Club fans the best the NHL has to offer
The 4 Nations Face-Off replaced the NHL All-Star Game and events that usually take place in mid-February. Fewer than 1.4 ...
Boston hockey fans did city proud at NHL 4 Nations Face-Off
Johnny Gaudreau would have been a lock to be on Team USA. The Americans have been honoring the Gaudreaus memory and ...
4 Nations Face-Off final performs better than any NHL game, ever
How well did the final of the 4 Nations Face-Off perform? Well enough to make hockey look great. And to make it look bad. Via ...