The start of a new hockey season is an exciting time for players, coaches, and fans alike. The National Hockey League (NHL) is no exception. The league recently celebrated the start of its 2017-2018 season with a media event in Toronto, Canada.
The event was attended by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, NHL Players’ Association Executive Director Donald Fehr, and several NHL players. The event was hosted by Hockey Night in Canada’s Ron MacLean.
At the event, Commissioner Bettman and Executive Director Fehr discussed the league’s new initiatives for the upcoming season, including the new concussion protocol, player safety initiatives, and the league’s commitment to growing the game. The Commissioner also highlighted the NHL’s commitment to growing the game globally, noting that the league has recently added teams in Las Vegas and Seattle.
The event also featured appearances from several NHL players, including Montreal Canadiens’ captain Max Pacioretty, Toronto Maple Leafs’ forward Auston Matthews, and Edmonton Oilers’ forward Connor McDavid. The players discussed their excitement for the upcoming season and the challenges they face as they look to lead their teams to success.
The event concluded with a video message from Wayne Gretzky, the NHL’s all-time leading scorer, who wished the league and its players luck for the upcoming season.
The start of a new hockey season is always an exciting time for the league, and this year’s event was no exception. With new initiatives, a commitment to growing the game, and appearances from some of the NHL’s top stars, the league is set to have another great season.
