Hockey stick blades come in a variety of curves, but during the Olympic Games, players are required to use blades with less ...

International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) rules govern Olympic competition. An overview is provided below. The men's tournament will feature 12 teams. Each men's team can have a maximum of 25 players ...

The sport of ice hockey originated in parts of Canada in the early 19th century, it is believed to have evolved from simple stick and ball games played in Europe. Around 1860, a puck was substituted ...

Sep 12, 2008; Vienna, Austria: A general feature of men's ice hockey equipment. (Christian Walgram/Gepa Via Usa Today Sports) International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) rules govern Olympic ...