The NHL is preparing to kick off its season with a return to an 84-game schedule, marking a shift after previous adjustments due to the pandemic. Fans can expect fresh storylines to unfold as teams navigate the longer campaign, blending competitive dynamics with lingering questions about player fitness and roster stability. The league’s decision reflects efforts to restore a more traditional format while balancing the challenges of maintaining consistency in a post-disruption era. With high stakes and evolving narratives, the new season promises a mix of familiar rivalries and unexpected twists.

NHL set to open a new season with a return to an 84-game schedule and with some intriguing story lines  The Boston Globe