How many games in a NHL season? Regular Season, Playoffs, Exhibition and more
When looking at the standings it is always helpful to know how many games a team plays in a NHL season. How long is left in the season? Does your team still have a chance to make the playoffs? How many games are in an NHL season? Each NHL team will play 82 games a […]
Can you play in the NHL without being drafted? (and who they are)
The NHL draft is where all the top players in the come from, but is the only way that NHL players come into the league? Can you play in the NHL without being drafted? Yes, you can play in the NHL without being drafted. Although it is not the common path, 14% of the players […]
How do the NHL playoffs work? 2024
The NHL playoffs are one of the greatest tournaments in sports. They are must viewing for any sports fan. However, they do have their own nuances and need-to-knows for any follower of the game. How do the NHL playoffs work? 16 teams qualify for the NHL playoffs. 12 teams are placed in the playoff bracket […]
How do hockey trades work in the NHL?
Hockey trades are a fun part of following the NHL. It is fun to speculate on them and see them come to fruition. However, they can, also, be quite confusing and complex. How do hockey trades work in the NHL? Teams are allowed to trade player(s) for other player(s) or draft pick(s). Teams can retain […]
What is the Average Career Length of an NHL player?
Have you ever wondered how long a player plays in the NHL? We all know that it is difficult to get one game in that league, but once there how long do guys actually last? How many years does the average hockey player play? The average NHL player plays on average 4.5 years. However, when […]
What are the hockey fighting rules in the NHL?
Fighting has always been one of the most talked about aspects of hockey. Other team sports do not tolerate it, but it has found a place within NHL hockey. So what are the fighting rules in the NHL? What are the rules for fighting in the NHL? First of all, fighting in hockey is illegal, […]