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NHL announces rule changes; expand replay challenges

Mike Sullivan Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan stands behind the bench during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Vegas Golden Knights, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed) (Matt Freed/AP)

PITTSBURGH — This article originally appeared on PittsburghHockeyNOW.com.

The NHL tweaked a few rules Wednesday, including expanding what NHL coaches can challenge. The NHL rule changes will take effect for the 2024-25 season.

Per the league’s press release, the NHL Board of Governors, general managers, and the NHL/NHLPA competition committee unanimously approved the changes. The league will work on the precise language for the rulebook in the coming weeks.

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