The NHL is facing growing scrutiny over the use of no-trade and no-movement clauses, with league commissioner Gary Bettman addressing whether these restrictions are creating challenges in player transactions. Concerns have risen about how such clauses may limit team flexibility and impact the league’s competitive balance. Bettman’s response could offer insight into the NHL’s stance on these increasingly common contractual protections. The discussion highlights broader tensions between player autonomy and league-wide fairness in trade negotiations.

Gary Bettman was asked if the NHL believes that no-trade and no-movement clauses are becoming an issue in the NHL.