Commissioner Gary Bettman announced that the NHL will begin Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations with players in early 2025, expressing optimism for a deal before the current CBA expires in September 2026.
Bettman highlighted that NHLPA executive director Marty Walsh is conducting a tour of all 32 teams to gather player insights on their next CBA needs, marking Walsh's first negotiation since taking office in 2023.
Bettman mentioned there are potential discussions about adjusting the NHL's schedule in the upcoming CBA talks, including reducing preseason games and possibly expanding the regular season from 82 to 84 games to enhance regional rivalries.
The NHL's Board of Governors received updates from Bettman about upcoming negotiations, where he underscored the importance of timing and the positive relationship between the league and players ahead of CBA discussions.
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