Rangers forward Artemi Panarin rips Russian exclusion from 4 Nations Faceoff
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The 4 Nations Faceoff is underway, but once again, Russia was not extended an invitation to participate; now, Rangers star Artemi Panarin is speaking out.
Canada, the United States, Sweden, and Finland were the countries selected to participate in the 4 Nations Faceoff, which began last night with a 4-3 OT win by Canada over Sweden.
As the Americans prepare to play Finland later tonight, a select group of NHL players are feeling excluded.
Once again, Russia was not extended an invitation to participate in the event; Russia has also been barred by the International Ice Hockey Federation from participating in international events since the invasion of Ukraine.
New York Rangers star Artemi Panarin expressed his dissatisfaction with the decision while saying that the majority of Russian players he knows across the NHL would jump at the chance to participate.
It's pretty sad, cause you always want to play international tournaments and represent your country.
It's just sad, but we can't do anything. One thing I know is that most of the players probably want us to be able to play in these events. I know players are not against that.
It's just sad, but we can't do anything. One thing I know is that most of the players probably want us to be able to play in these events. I know players are not against that.
Dominik Hasek has been extremely outspoken against Russian involvement in the NHL
Former Red Wings goaltender Dominik Hasek recently blasted the reasoning that the IIHF gave for prohibiting Russian involvement in international event.s
I am glad that international hockey will remain without Russians and Belarusians next season because it will prevent the Russian war from being advertised in international competitions and will save many lives. However, the official reason for this decision (we cannot guarantee safety) is a complete lie (which the officials will then tell you in private). They say this so that Russia cannot sue them. I will never approve of such behavior toward the world hockey public.
People are not stupid, and a false explanation fundamentally reduces the effect of the decision.
People are not stupid, and a false explanation fundamentally reduces the effect of the decision.
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