The NHL has ratified a new Collective Bargaining Agreement set to run from 2026-27 to 2029-30, introducing an 84-game regular season format. The new terms include shortened max contract lengths of seven years for re-signing players and six years for free agents. The agreement aims to strengthen the relationship between the Players' Association and the League, offering new opportunities for growth and improving fan experiences. The CBA was ratified after discussions in June and follows a previous 10-year agreement instituted in 2013 and extended in 2020.
The new CBA will include an 84-game regular season, along with a shortened preseason; Shortened max-term contracts, capped at seven years for a player re-signing with his club and six years if they sign with another team.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman stated the partnership between the Players' Association and the League is stronger than ever, presenting a fantastic opportunity to continue to grow the game.
NHLPA executive director Marty Walsh mentioned that players preferred a shorter term because the NHL is always evolving, and expressed that previous players' opinions were not fully represented.
The agreement ensures a great fan experience in the years to come, reflecting changes in player dynamics and league evolution.
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