The Athletic has live coverage of the We’re just a few hours from the moment when a barrel full of ping-pong balls will determine the future of the . Yes, there are , and even . But there’s something to be said for the simplicity of a lottery, and the dramatic tension of watching those cards flip over in real time. Advertisement It’s fair to say that hockey fans have learned to love lottery day right up until they don’t. That’s the gamble we’re all taking tonight. Whether your team is involved... Read this story