NHL shakeup: JJ Peterka trade stuns, new CBA reshapes league landscape. Is the Central Division becoming too competitive?

We break down the surprising JJ Peterka trade to Utah, analyzing its impact on the Buffalo Sabres and the increasingly tough Central Division. We also explore swirling Bowen Byram trade rumors and their potential implications for the Colorado Avalanche's roster. Key discussions include the game-changing details of the NHL's new Collective Bargaining Agreement, from extended seasons to playoff salary caps. Plus, find out where the Avalanche's winger depth ranks according to The Athletic's latest analysis.

Tune in for expert insights on how these developments could reshape the NHL and the Avalanche's path to success in an ultra-competitive Central Division.

0:00 Intro: NHL season getting longer

3:32 Buffalo trades Peterka

8:32 Analyzing potential Byram trade to Avalanche

14:52 New NHL collective bargaining agreement details

19:13 Changes to contract terms and salary cap

23:47 Emergency backup goalie and dress code changes

28:15 Ranking NHL teams' wing depth

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