NHL aims to increase the number of games by sacrificing exhibition matches
Lars Foster
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
Currently, the NHL regular season consists of 82 games. However, this number might increase, and something will have to be sacrificed for it.
Details: According to The Athletic, there is a discussion about increasing the number of regular season games from 82 to 84 by canceling preseason exhibition games. It is believed that the players' union has given its consent to this plan. The players themselves agree, believing that two competitive games are better than exhibition matches.
In 2026, the All-Star Game might also be on the chopping block. There simply won't be time for it, as the league will release players for the Olympics in the winter. This season, the game was canceled due to the Four Nations Tournament, but it will require more time than the Olympics.
Reminder: Dailysports has prepared for you the schedule of upcoming NHL game days, as well as the current standings of the teams.
