NHL expands season to 84 games to balance matchups

The National Hockey League (NHL) has added two games to its 2026-2027 schedule.

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This decision aims to equalize matchups between divisions and lengthen the path to the Stanley Cup.

League stars are set to begin this extended season in September.

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