It feels like a version of this could be great.

But it's a huge change. I wonder if there's a hybrid model that can help drive adoption, and the transition to incentivize winning.

Apparently the PWHL tried this, but given the size of that league it's unclear what the lessons were.

Very interesting, first time I’ve heard of this.

If I’m a great team, I self-eliminate every 6th or 7th year ASAP, and snag a high pick, possibly coordinating with other good teams.

The incentive structures are suddenly much more complex, and seem ripe for unintended consequences.