Big news for puckheads: the NHL is shaking things up! Starting 2026-27, the regular season jumps to 84 games and kicks off in late September, with the Cup handed out by mid-June. Preseason gets trimmed, so we’ll see more of the big guns and less minor-league filler. Plus, new playoff salary cap rules aim to keep things fair. Bettman’s not always the fan favorite, but these changes could finally put the league in a brighter spotlight. #Sports #IceHockey #NHL