How Many Teams Are in the NHL and How Many Does It Add Each Season?
The National Hockey League (NHL) is a professional ice hockey league that operates in North America. The NHL is divided into two conferences, the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. Each conference is further divided into two divisions, the Metropolitan Division and the Atlantic Division in the East, and the Central Division and the Pacific Division in the West.
How Many Teams Are in the NHL?
As of the 2022-23 season, there are 32 teams in the NHL. The teams are divided into two conferences, with 16 teams in each conference.
How Many Teams Does the NHL Add Each Season?
The NHL typically does not add any teams each season. The league has been at 32 teams since the 2000-01 season. However, the NHL has expanded in the past, adding six teams between 1991 and 2000.
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