While leading his NHL Clubs, Holland acted simultaneously as a steward of the game overall, serving on the NHL/NHLPA Competition Committee and GM Executive Committee. Among his many contributions to the series of innovative and successful rules changes in recent years was his advocacy and work in instituting three-on-three overtime in 2015-16.

Deputy commissioner Bill Daly said a potential change to contract term limits was discussed Tuesday with general managers.

The Hockey Hall of Fame held its induction ceremony for the Class of 2024 on Monday, welcoming a new group of members who defined the game for years.

As the hockey world gathered to celebrate a new group of legends, the conversations with players, alumni and execs also included other hot topics.

During a sombre moment at the Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Toronto on Monday night, the legendary Lanny McDonald offered a heartfelt tribute to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. The Gaudreau brothers were killed this summer when struck by a suspected drunk driver while riding bicycles along a road in their home state of New Jersey.