It's not as big as an Olympic hockey tournament, but national pride will be on the line during the 4 Nations Face-Off.

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St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) makes a play on the puck during an NHL hockey game, Jan. 25, 2025, in St.

The National Hockey League and the NHL Players Association have lost significant ground in the international game, but the two entities intend to make up for it.

The goal is to have an international tournament every other year, with players going to the Olympics in 2026 and ’30.

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Playing in his first NHL hockey game on home ice, recently-acquired Colorado Avalanche center Martin Necas is introduced before a matchup against the St. Louis Blues, Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, in Denver.

(AP Photo/Wa Funches) FILE - Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin celebrates after his winning goal against the Ottawa Senators during overtime NHL hockey game action in Ottawa, Ontario, Thursday ...