MONTREAL — The World Cup of Hockey is returning three years from now. The NHL and NHL Players’ Association unveiled plans Tuesday to host a tournament in early 2028, aiming for February. The goal is to have an international tournament every other year, with players going to the Olympics in 2026 and ’30.

The NHL and NHL Players’ Association announced the return of the World Cup of Hockey in 2028, aiming to establish a regular cycle of international tournaments featuring the world's top players.

The NHL and NHLPA have committed to putting on a World Cup of Hockey in 2028 and will begin soliciting bids in the next few months from potential host cities and venues in North America and Europe.