Did This Years Draft Suck?? | 2025 NHL Draft Recap & New CBA Updates

Who came out on top in the 2023 NHL Draft? Join your hosts Sean and Alan as they dive into the best and worst picks, including standout selections by the Islanders and missteps by the Penguins. They also cover major updates in the new CBA, including the move to an 84-game season, changes to contract lengths, and new EBUG regulations. Plus, tune in for exciting discussions on future prospects, impactful trades, and what to expect in the upcoming free agency. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more updates!Donate To Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/settledownDon't Forget To Like Comment and Subscribe for More! Shop Merch Here: https://settledown.store/collections/good-ol-hockey-podcastListen To The Podcast Here: https://tr.ee/v87JCGg4bRLink to Socials:Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodolhockeypodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3DFollow on X: https://x.com/goodolhockeypodFollow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seandeauvilleBrought To You By Settle Down MediaFollow Settle Down Here: Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbM4eyyORZvSWK-7XacPtOg?sub_confirmation=1Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/settledownmedia/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@settledownmediaFollow on Snapchat: https://shorturl.at/5Zzd9#settledown #hockeypodcast #NHL #NHLpodcast #hockeynews #hockeytalk 00:00 Cold Open01:47 Islanders Draft04:48 Draft Losers08:16 Sabres' Draft 10:47 Sharks' Prospect Pool38:03 CBA Changes40:45 Impact of Longer Seasons on Players44:24 LTIR Loophole and Salary Cap Adjustments47:14 Emergency Backup Goalies (EBUG) Rule Changes52:59 Junior and College Player Rights55:41 NHL Draft and Player Development01:02:28 Dress Code Changes and Player Fashion01:11:44 Concluding Thoughts and Free Agency Preview