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NHL Dress Code Revamp: Players Embrace Personal Style

1/14/2026

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The NHL has relaxed its dress code, allowing players to express personal style instead of formal suits.
Mikhail Sergachev, defenseman for the Utah Mammoth, welcomed the change, saying comfort matters more than tradition.
Some teams, like the Ottawa Senators, have adopted a business casual approach, while others are more relaxed.
Although many players, including Kevin Hayes and J.T. Miller, now wear casual attire before games, others still prefer suits.

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The NHL has relaxed its dress code, allowing players to express personal style instead of formal suits.
Mikhail Sergachev, defenseman for the Utah Mammoth, welcomed the change, saying comfort matters more than tradition.
Some teams, like the Ottawa Senators, have adopted a business casual approach, while others are more relaxed.
Although many players, including Kevin Hayes and J.T. Miller, now wear casual attire before games, others still prefer suits.