With training camps set to kick off this week and an unexpected preseason game down under in Australia on Friday, the NHL is on the cusp of returning to action. This summer has been nothing short of eventful, witnessing the rise of a new franchise icon in Chicago, Connor Bedard. There's also been a flurry of key player signings and trades, including the reigning Norris Trophy winner, Erik Karlsson, making headlines. Of course, we can't forget the usual off-ice excitement for players, including their cherished encounters with the Stanley Cup.
ESPN's Kristen Shilton and Greg Wyshynski had the opportunity to catch up with numerous star players at the NHL Player Media Tour, held near Las Vegas last week. During their interviews, they posed an intriguing question: If you could introduce a new rule to the NHL, what would it be? Here's what some of the players had to say: