NHL Players Face Tough Questions at End-of-Season Media Availability As the 2022-2023 NHL season comes to a close, several teams are facing an uncertain future. The end-of-season media availability is a crucial opportunity for players, coaches, and general managers to reflect on the season's highs and lows. Defencemen from various teams will take to the podium to address the media, discussing everything from their own performance to the team's overall strategy. Expect intense questioning from reporters, particularly regarding the teams that failed to make the playoffs, as they try to determine what went wrong and what changes are needed to improve next season.