Olympic Boards Get Lighter Shade After NHL Gripes

Organizers at Milano's Santagiulia Arena swap out the deep turquoise boards for lighter blue and green versions right before the men's quarterfinals kick off. NHL stars like Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman and Vegas forward Jack Eichel flag the original color as too dark, messing with puck tracking in ways pros rarely see back home. The IIHF, IOC, and local crew make the quick pivot after input from teams and the NHLPA, proving even Olympic setups bend to player feedback.