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NHL Playoffs Viewership Numbers Leave Gary Bettman in Shock

The numbers are in, and they aren't good, as a lot fewer fans have been watching the NHL playoffs this year, which is causing concern for Gary Bettman.

Minnesota Wild News / House of Hockey / April 21

Minnesota Wild Rookie Zeev Buium Fined by Gary Bettman and the NHL After First Career Game

Zeev Buium is arguably the Minnesota Wild's top prospect right now. This is especially true as fellow defenseman David Jiricek remains out for the season.

NHL News / House of Hockey / April 15

Over 100 NHLers Call on the League and Gary Bettman to Make Major Rule Change

The NHLPA's annual Player Poll often brings us some intriguing insights, and this year, it's the support for a rule change involving the 'jailbreak goal'.

Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?

The '60+ goals in an NHL season' quiz

The 'NHL players with multiple Hart Trophies' quiz

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

Washington Capitals News / House of Hockey / April 9

Alex Ovechkin's 895th Goal Leads to Another Major Record Being Broken for the NHL and Gary Bettman

TNT broke a viewership record during the game when Alex Ovechkin broke the all-time goals record that was held by Wayne Gretzky, another great accomplishment.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / April 9

Paul Bissonnette Claims Panthers are Tanking to Have the Easiest First Round Matchup: The Maple Leafs

The Florida Panthers have struggled as of late, and now, NHL personality Paul Bissonnette has sarcastically revealed their reason behind it. Almost every

Washington Capitals News / House of Hockey / April 9

Gary Bettman Officially Considering Major Rule Change After Alex Ovechkin Broke Wayne Gretzky's Record

One key rule in the NHL's CBA is that owners won't give their players benefits outside a salary, but after Alexander Ovechkin made history, Gary Bettman may change that.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 6

Gary Bettman’s immediate reaction to Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin passing Wayne Gretzky

Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin became the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer on Sunday, passing Wayne Gretzky by scoring the 895th goal of his career against the New York Islanders, and immediately after the goal, league commissioner Gary Bettman had a simple declaration on the accomplishment.

Washington Capitals News / Athlon Sports / April 3

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman Reveals Plan for Alex Ovechkin's Record Moment

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is within striking distance of history, and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman is ready to ensure his big moment gets the attention in deserves.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / April 2

NHL Officially Begins New CBA Talks

The NHL and NHL Players' Association officially began talks on a new collective bargaining agreement Tuesday, TSN's Pierre LeBrun reports. Last month, commissioner Gary Bettman shared that the two sides would begin CBA discussions the first week of April, but noted that they already had "casual talks" beforehand.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 2

Rogers, NHL formally announce 12-year television rights deal

Rogers Communications, the parent company of Sportsnet, and the National Hockey League formally announced a 12-year agreement for the national media rights to NHL games in Canada, on Wednesday, extending the partnership into a multi-decade relationship.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 28

Should the NHL bring back the 1v8 playoff format?

Gary Bettman stated he liked the setup and had no plans to change back to the 1v8. Is one better than the other?

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 27

NHL Likely to Return to Centralized Draft in 2026

After a previous vote by the National Hockey League’s general managers, the NHL Entry Draft will be decentralized for the 2025 event. Since the change, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has let the media and fans know he’s not a fan of the decentralized format.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 25

NHL Rumours: Western Team Possibly in Line for Outdoor Game

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re nearing the end of the 2024-25 regular season. However, we’re already thinking about the coming seasons.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Rumors / March 24

An outdoor NHL game will be heading to Utah at some point

Cole Bagley: NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said that Utah will get an outdoor game at some point and that the NHL has looked at Rice Eccles Stadium as a potential location.

Chicago Blackhawks News / TheLeafsnation / March 24

Around the NHL: Bedard excited for Blackhawks’ youth movement, Bettman won’t change playoff structure

The 2024-25 NHL season is winding down, as most teams have just over 10 games remaining in their regular seasons. There’s plenty of buzz throughout the league with several teams in tight playoff races, as the scoreboard watching continues for many.

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 22

Report: NHL expanding to 34 teams 'is coming'

Obviously, when we think about the next expansion process, we think about the possibility of the Quebec Nordiques returning, but Gary Bettman already seems to have his sights set elsewhere.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

The NHL Needs a New Overtime Format

Over the last several years, overtime (OT) hockey has been a widely talked about topic amongst NHL fans. It has been an integral part of giving teams an extra chance to win a game rather than just ending in a tie.

NHL News / Oilersnation / March 21

NHL Notebook: League not considering change to playoff format

There aren’t going to be changes to the NHL’s playoff format any time soon. Commissioner Gary Bettman spoke to the media at the league’s general managers meetings on Wednesday, taking questions on a variety of topics.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 20

Could the NHL eventually grant Houston an expansion franchise?

Talk of expansion in the NHL has been swirling for several years.

NHL has no plans to change current playoff format or revert to classic 1-8 matchups

Don’t expect any major NHL rule changes in 2025-26

The most memorable defunct NHL teams

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

NHL has no plans to change current playoff format or revert to classic 1-8 matchups

MANALAPAN, Fla. — Hockey fans hoping for fundamental changes to the NHL’s playoff format or the matrix and timing of the regular season schedule should not hold their breath.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / March 19

Gary Bettman says NHL and NHLPA will begin CBA talks in early April

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announced that the NHL and NHLPA will commence talks on a new CBA in the first week of April. The current CBA is set to expire after the conclusion of the 2025-26 season and would be the first time major changes have been made to it since it was signed in early 2013 to end the 2012 lockout.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 19

NHL to enter CBA talks, ponder next All-Star Game

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said Wednesday that talks with the National Hockey League Players' Association on the next collective bargaining agreement will begin in the first week of April.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 14

2025-26 NHL schedule tentatively agreed upon with Olympics looming

Before next week’s general managers meeting in Palm Beach, Florida, The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun shared a few updates regarding the ongoing Collective Bargaining negotiations and additional notes, in his recurring writeup, NHL Rumblings.

Five NHL teams with the best chance to win it all

The most memorable defunct NHL teams

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 24

NHL commissioner has surprising stance on 4 Nations Face-Off

The NHL’s recent 4 Nations Face-Off was a huge success for the league. Despite that, there is no guarantee it will be back anytime soon.

Commissioner Gary Bettman to announce picks at 2025 NHL Draft

The most memorable defunct NHL teams

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 23

Commissioner Gary Bettman to announce picks at 2025 NHL Draft

With the NHL following the NBA and NFL's lead, commissioner Gary Bettman will announce the first-round picks for the first time at the 2025 NHL Draft, which will be held June 27-28 in Los Angeles, the league announced Saturday.