Gary Bettman Talks on Expansion, Play In Games and Tax Free States. Nathan MacKinnon's Season Grade

Gary Bettman and Bill Daly met the media for their "State of the League" press conference and dished on some important aspects of the league and where it is headed. We discuss many of the aspects of their answers.   We also break down MacKinnon's jaw-dropping 116-point performance, dissecting his leadership style and on-ice dominance. Brock Nelson's signing with the Avalanche sparks debate on salary cap implications and roster moves. Charlie Coyle trade rumors and NHL draft format shifts round out this comprehensive look at the evolving hockey landscape.   Tune in, subscribe and enjoy!   0:00 Intro 5:53 NHL in good place among major sports 12:18 Bettman on expanding playoffs and play-in rounds 18:50 No plans to change overtime or adopt PWHL rules 24:44 Nathan MacKinnon's season grade and performance 31:31 MacKinnon's personality and leadership style 36:35 MacKinnon turning 30 and future expectations 40:03 Fan reactions to Brock Nelson signing   Subscribe to our Subtext to talk to us directly! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonavalanche   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…   🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAvalanche?sid=YouTube   Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL     Follow on Twitter:   Chris: https://twitter.com/c__micieli Kyle: https://twitter.com/ShaggyVonDoom Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LOPN_Avalanche __________________________________________________________ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins!   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)