A leaked report suggests the NHL’s upcoming expansion draft could see significant changes to team rosters, with at least one established franchise potentially losing multiple key players to new markets. Insiders indicate the league is refining its selection rules to balance competitive fairness while accommodating expansion teams’ needs, though exact parameters remain under wraps. The draft’s structure—including potential protections for star players—could reshape playoff contention ahead of next season. Teams are reportedly bracing for high-stakes decisions as the league prepares to finalize its expansion plans.