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Originally Posted by Classic_Sniper
Because the NHL is a business first and foremost and their allegiance is towards whatever gives them more $$$. We as fans forget that sometimes. The current point system creates parity and keeps the standings close which keeps a lot of teams and fans in it till the end.
Personally, I don't mind the system. If the incentive is to get to 3 on 3 OT, I'm all for it. It's bar none the most exciting part of the game.
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It creates an illusion of parity, when in fact, the OTL makes it pretty tough to climb back up in standings. A smart business would be more concerned about ensuring they have an entertaining product on the ice, than they would about tricking people into thinking their team still has a chance.