The National Hockey League (NHL) has unveiled its highly anticipated preseason schedule, but fans may be disappointed to learn that this year's lineup will feature a significantly reduced number of games. In an effort to trim costs and streamline the pre-season, the NHL has capped the number of exhibition matches at 47 per team, down from the usual 60-70 games. The condensed schedule is set to kick off in mid-September, with teams competing in a mix of home and away matchups in preparation for the upcoming regular season. As the NHL continues to navigate the financial realities of a post-pandemic sports landscape, this move is likely to be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.

NHL preseason announced with reduced number of games  Lee News Central