The NHLPA executive board approved the new format and we’re awaiting the NHL’s official announcement. Taking a look at five teams that would somewhat be hurt by the proposed 24-team playoff format.
Sept. 19: Preseason games begin. Sept. 29:Regular Season Opening Night (FLA at CAR) Oct. 13: All 32 teams play Oct. 25:NHL Heritage Classic (MTL vs. WPG)Nov. & 14:NHL Global Series in Helsinki, Finland (CAR and SEA) Dec. 18 & 20:NHL Global Series in Germany (OTT and CHI) Dec. 31:NHL Winter Classic (COL vs. UTA)
