The NHL and NHLPA Consider a 24-Team Playoff Format Upon Return

The NHL has chosen two host cities for its return to action

The NHL and NHLPA are continuing negotiations about the league's plan for a 24 team playoff return. According to reports, the two hub cities for resumption have been chosen in Edmonton and Toronto. Sports Illustrated host Robin Lundberg talked with SI's Alex Prewitt about the progress the NHL has made and whether they may have a better chance of success playing games in Canada rather than here in the United States.

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