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Originally Posted by Kerplunk
Anything NOT the shootout is more exciting. Keep going till you have a winner. Why go to a shootout just to save time?
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Many people find it very exciting. As for why, only hardcore hockey fans appreciate an extremely long game. Growing the game is important. In 15 years I don't believe this will be a conversation, as the excitement of the shootout vs. Tradition will be irrelevant.