Gary Bettman announces key clashes and global matches for 2024-25 season

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Simone Tremblay
August 6, 2024 (6:27 PM)

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NHL pre-season action set to kick off on september 21.

The NHL has officially released the pre-season schedule for all 32 teams, marking a thrilling start to the new season with the Pittsburgh Penguins clashing with the Buffalo Sabres on September 21.

The announcement, made by Gary Bettman, also highlights another marquee matchup between the Dallas Stars and St. Louis Blues on the same day at 7 P.M.

This year's pre-season promises intense competition and a glimpse into team dynamics as they finalize rosters.

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International flair to start the regular season

The regular season will commence with an international spectacle, featuring the Buffalo Sabres against the New Jersey Devils in Czechia on October 4th, as part of the 2024 NHL Global Series.

This marks a significant event, bringing NHL action to a global audience and showcasing the league's international appeal.

Here's the complete pre-season schedule

" Saturday, September 21

Pittsburgh at Buffalo, 7:00 PM
St. Louis at Dallas, 7:00 PM
Minnesota at Winnipeg, 8:00 PM

Sunday, September 22

Nashville (split squad) at Florida (split squad), 2:00 PM
Philadelphia at Washington, 3:00 PM
NY Rangers at Boston, 5:00 PM
Nashville (split squad) at Florida (split squad), 6:00 PM
Winnipeg at Edmonton, 6:00 PM
NY Islanders at New Jersey, 7:00 PM
Ottawa at Toronto, 7:00 PM
St. Louis vs. Utah, at Des Moines, Iowa (Wells Fargo Arena), 7:00 PM
Vegas at San Jose, 8:00 PM
Calgary at Seattle, 10:00 PM

Monday, September 23

Columbus at Buffalo, 7:00 PM
Philadelphia at Montreal, 7:00 PM
Calgary (split squad) at Edmonton (split squad), 9:00 PM
Dallas at Colorado, 9:00 PM
Edmonton (split squad) at Calgary (split squad), 9:00 PM
Los Angeles at Utah, 9:00 PM
Delta Center, Salt Lake City

Tuesday, September 24

Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 7:00 PM
Carolina at Tampa Bay, 7:00 PM
New Jersey at Montreal, 7:00 PM
NY Islanders at NY Rangers, 7:00 PM
Toronto at Ottawa, 7:00 PM
Washington at Boston, 7:00 PM
Anaheim at San Jose, 10:00 PM
Seattle at Vancouver, 10:00 PM

Wednesday, September 25

Florida vs. Tampa Bay, at Orlando, Fla. (Kia Center), 7:00 PM
St. Louis at Columbus, 7:00 PM
Washington at New Jersey, 7:00 PM
Detroit at Chicago, 8:00 PM
Edmonton at Winnipeg, 8:00 PM
Minnesota at Dallas, 8:00 PM
Calgary vs. Vancouver, at Abbotsford, B.C. (Abbotsford Centre), 10:00 PM
Los Angeles at Vegas, 10:00 PM"

Dynamic matchups and venues

The schedule is packed with back-to-back games featuring split squads, showcasing the depth and potential of each team's roster.

This setup not only tests new players but also gives fans a preview of what to expect in the upcoming season.

Teams fine-tuning rosters

With the pre-season window closing just before the regular season starts, teams are on a tight deadline to assess and finalize their lineups.

This period is crucial for players fighting for a spot on the main roster or looking to make a significant impact.

Stay tuned as we provide continuous updates from the training camps starting in September, giving you all the insights as teams prepare for what promises to be another exciting NHL season.

Source: MarkerZone
Gary Bettman and the NHL make major official announcement for next season

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