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Boxman · 02-01-2016, 07:56 AM

3 on 3 is so much better to watch than 5 on 5. I think it will become a format in its own right, similar to rugby sevens or indoor soccer. The NHL-sized rink has simply been outgrown by the players.

What are your thoughts on the matter? Can 5v5 survive over the long term? In 10 years, I expect 5v5 to be competing with 3v3 for players and audiences. In 20 years I think 5v5 will be largely superceded by the wholly superior 3v3 format.

If Bettman is serious about growing the reach and appeal of the NHL to the mainstream audience, 3v3 can only grow.

02-01-2016, 07:56 AM	#1
Boxman Farm Team Player Join Date: Feb 2013 Exp:	3 on 3: the future of hockey 3 on 3 is so much better to watch than 5 on 5. I think it will become a format in its own right, similar to rugby sevens or indoor soccer. The NHL-sized rink has simply been outgrown by the players. What are your thoughts on the matter? Can 5v5 survive over the long term? In 10 years, I expect 5v5 to be competing with 3v3 for players and audiences. In 20 years I think 5v5 will be largely superceded by the wholly superior 3v3 format. If Bettman is serious about growing the reach and appeal of the NHL to the mainstream audience, 3v3 can only grow.