NHL goalies will wear form-fitting, streamlined pants this season, reports TSN's Bob McKenzie.

Further changes, particularly to the chest protector and upper body protection, have been delayed, but could be introduced mid-season.

In August, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman deemed the changes "a work in progress." Initially, the league hoped to introduce all of the equipment changes at the World Cup.

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