The National Hockey League (NHL) has released its highly anticipated schedule for the upcoming 2026-27 season, marking a significant change to the traditional 82-game format that has been in place for over three decades. For the first time since the 1993-94 season, teams will be facing off against each other in a grueling 84-game regular season, a move that is expected to test the endurance and depth of rosters across the league. The increased schedule will undoubtedly bring new challenges for players, coaches, and teams, as they navigate the added burden of two more games per season. As the NHL continues to evolve and adapt to changing fan expectations, this new schedule is set to shake up the competitive landscape and provide a fresh dynamic for the 2026-27 season.

NHL unveils its 2026-27 schedule, the first with 84 games apiece since '93-94  CT Insider