Expansion drafts

An expansion draft is a process used when a new sports team, like an NHL or NFL franchise, is created. Existing teams are required to share some of their players with the new team, but they can protect their top players, preventing them from being taken. The new team then selects players from the unprotected roster spots. This allows the new team to quickly build its roster and compete, while existing teams maintain their core players. It's a strategic event that balances team growth with fair competition, helping the new franchise establish itself in the league.