Ice hockey
Rotenberg: Russia Could Play 2028 World Cup of Hockey
Russian hockey federation official Roman Rotenberg says a return via youth teams first, then the senior side, is possible before the 2028 World Cup of Hockey.
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Rotenberg: USA Hockey Backs Russia's Return
Roman Rotenberg claims USA Hockey supports Russia's return to international competition and that a Russia-USA match is realistic soon.
Mostovoi: Ovechkin's lifestyle hasn't slowed him down
Alexander Mostovoi says Ovechkin has lived the same way for over a decade and still looks sharp ahead of his 22nd NHL season, needing 11 goals to pass Gretzky.
Rotenberg Marks Balashiha Day, Praises Hockey Legacy
Roman Rotenberg thanked Balashiha officials for backing the Krasnaya Mashina academy's grassroots hockey and running programmes as the city marked its 196th anniversary.
Rotenberg: Ovechkin Can Still Outplay Younger Rivals
Russia 25 coach Roman Rotenberg says Alexander Ovechkin, who turns 41 on 17 September, could reach 1,000 NHL goals and outperform younger players this season.
KHL Pre-Match Shootout Plan Divides Hockey World
Karandin blasts KHL president Morozov's idea of shootouts before faceoffs as a 'circus,' while Rotenberg and Belyaev take a more relaxed view.
Roman Rotenberg: Junior Teams to Return First
Russia's hockey federation vice-president says junior and youth sides could return to competition soon, but the senior team's path back remains blocked by politics.
Andronov Replaces Korol on KHL Board
Sergei Andronov takes over as Transneft's representative on the KHL board of directors for the 2026/27 season, replacing Boris Korol.
Roman Rotenberg: How I Fell in Love With Hockey
The Russian Ice Hockey Federation vice-president recalls learning to skate in Toksovo on women's figure skates, inspired by the Soviet national team.