William Karlsson #71 of the Vegas Golden Knights scores a third-period goal against Carter Hutton #40 of the Buffalo Sabres.(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Voting is currently underway on the proposed 24-team Playoff format, and it could push the Vegas Golden Knights closer to a return to action this year.
We mapped out on Thursday the details of a 24-team postseason that has been discussed between the NHL and the NHLPA Return to Play Committee, with the Vegas Golden Knights set to benefit from a bye as a top seed.
Now, according to both Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic and Chris Johnstone of Sportsnet, the NHLPA’s Executive Board is now taking a vote on the 24-team format with results expected on Friday.