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Originally Posted by Cleveland Steam Whistle
I agree it doesn't compare, but why is that? The 96 tournament was amazing. After that, the NHL goes to the Olympics and the World Cup takes an 8 year and now a 12 year hiatus. This years event will be nothing compared to previous or Olympics, no argument there.
What's being argued is that it can be a meaningful event, if done right.
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This.
Biggest mistake the NHL made was going to the 98 olympics and not having a 2000 World Cup. Especially since the US won in 96. Should have continued that momentum.