Top NHL players are preparing to return to action as the league announces an expanded 84-game regular season, marking a significant shift from its traditional schedule. The decision follows discussions about balancing competitive intensity with player workload amid ongoing debates over season length and player fatigue. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the extended format impacts team performance and the overall pace of the season. With the puck dropping soon, the focus now turns to how teams adapt to the new demands on and off the ice.

NHL stars ready to hit ice as league drops puck on expanded 84-game season  The Japan Times