The NHL has made it clear that they want to award a team with the Stanley Cup and have a champion for the 2019-20 season. The idea of a 24-team playoff format, which would include the Montreal Canadiens and Chicago Blackhawks to generate more revenue, has been floated around. On the other hand, the players have leaned on the path of having the regular-season finish in July to have the playoffs take place in August and September. But what if there isn’t time for either?
The Stanley Cup proudly has the reputation of being the hardest championship to win in professional sports.