In response to this, Hasek wrote, “Slava, if you have someone to blame, then blame yourself.”
Recall that in February 2022, the national hockey teams of Russia were suspended from participating in international tournaments. It is not yet known when the ban will be lifted. The national team missed the 2022 and 2023 World Championships, as well as the MFM. In addition, Russia was deprived of the right to host the MFM in Omsk and Novosibirsk.
- “I want to give Russians and Belarusians a chance to get back into the competition.” Hasek addressed the European Parliament
Source: Sport

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