4 on 4 = likely loss of jobs. No go from the NHLPA.
International ice = loss of premium seating, renos for all/most rinks. No go from the Owners.
Smalller goalie equipment = wake me up when this gets meaningful traction.
Bigger nets = cranky goalies and more scoring but not really more excitement for most existing fans.
Out of the four, bigger nets is the easiest, cheapest and most tolerable for players (sans goalies) and owners. The first two will never ever happen.
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