New EBUG Rules Force NHL Teams to Rethink Goaltending Depth

The NHL's tweaked emergency backup goaltender rules are reshaping how front offices approach roster construction this offseason. Teams can no longer rely on the old playbook of minimal depth at the position, forcing GMs to make some uncomfortable decisions about who stays and who goes. The ripple effects are already being felt across the league as organizations scramble to ensure they're compliant while maintaining competitive depth.