The NHL and NHL Players' Association are close to finalizing a four-year extension of their collective bargaining agreement (CBA), which would expand the regular season to 84 games. This extension aims to start in the 2026-27 season and run through 2030. Key changes include limiting player contract lengths to seven years and enhancing emergency goaltender roles. Additionally, it proposes cutting preseason games to a maximum of four and addresses salary cap compliance, especially regarding the Long Term Injury Reserve loophole. A formal announcement is expected soon, pending ratification.
The NHL and NHLPA are moving towards a four-year CBA extension that includes an 84-game regular season and limits player contracts to seven years.
The proposed four-year extension aims to shorten preseason games to four while maintaining a balanced schedule and implementing new rules regarding Long Term Injury Reserve.
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