NHL Rule Changes for 2026-27

ESPN's Greg Wyshynski recently polled NHL players to find out what changes they'd make to the rulebook. Some of our favorite suggestions - with commentary - are below.

The NHL has promoted four officials - two referees and two linespersons - and hired six new officials to join the league's officiating roster for the 2026-27 season.

The Ontario Hockey League has announced its officiating team for the 2026-27 season.

The Western Hockey League (WHL) has introduced three rule changes for the upcoming 2026-27 season - one of which fans are hoping to see in the NHL

The NHL made a bunch of minor modifications to last year's rules. This year? Not so much. Only one rule has changed for the 2026-27 season:

There have been quite a few rule changes over the years. Look back at the National Hockey League's extensive history of changes to the rule book:

The ECHL Kelly Cup Playoff referees and linespersons for Game 6 of Everblades vs. Mavericks in the Kelly Cup Final. Tonight's ECHL officials for June 15, 2026:

Tonight's stripes are are back for Game 6 after working Games 2 and 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. The NHL referees and linespersons for Vegas Golden Knights vs. Carolina Hurricanes - June 14, 2026: