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NHL TV Blackouts & Why They Happen?

Kyle Gipe | June 8, 2025

Picture a scenario. Your local NHL team is playing a nationally-televised game. It’s on ESPN+, which you access through an app because you don’t have cable or satellite. You’re excited…

Categories Archives, Hockey Media, The Business of Hockey

NHL and Rogers Sign New Canadian Broadcast Deal – Who Wins & Who Loses?

Paul Quinney | April 4, 2025

On April 2, the NHL and Rogers Communications extended their broadcast agreement for an additional 12 years, under which the Toronto-based communications company will pay $11 billion Canadian (CDN$) for…

Categories Hockey Media, NHL News, The Business of Hockey

Oilers Hockey Writer Bruce McCurdy Gone Too Soon

Dale Bochon | April 3, 2025

When I heard the news of Bruce McCurdy’s passing yesterday, I shed a tear. He felt like a family friend, even though I never got the privilege of meeting him.…

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Faceoff: Inside the NHL – A Look at the First Episode “The Best of Rivals”

Peter Baracchini | October 3, 2024

Last week, the NHL and Prime Video announced a new way to watch and stream games while also introducing a new docuseries that will dive into the lives of some…

Categories Boston Bruins, Hockey Media, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL & Prime Video Usher in New Age of Content for Fans

Peter Baracchini | September 24, 2024

“It’s a new home for hockey.” That’s how the NHL and Prime Video kicked off the event to promote their new media venture in Toronto, Ontario.  With the NHL preseason…

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Devils’ Erika Wachter Does Not Get Contract Renewed by MSG Networks

Daniel Amoia | June 18, 2024

Erika Wachter, a staple of New Jersey Devils’ television coverage on MSG Networks for the past few seasons, will not have her contract renewed for next season. This announcement came…

Categories Hockey Media, New Jersey Devils, NHL News

ESPN’s Stanley Cup Play-by-Play Lacks a Signature Voice

Daniel Amoia | June 15, 2024

The Stanley Cup is more than a trophy. It’s a metaphor for life: the journey to the top encompasses all possible emotions. From heartbreak and grief to triumph and elation…

Categories Commentary, Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, Hockey Media

ESPN’s NHL Coverage Is Far From What Was Promised

Nick Haydon | June 14, 2024

This is a piece I have been sitting on for some time. Actually, it has been three years to be precise. In March 2021, the NHL announced that it would…

Categories Commentary, Editor's Choice, Hockey Media

3 Takeaways From ESPN’s Stanley Cup Final Conference Call

Mark Scheig | June 7, 2024

The 2024 Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers will get underway Saturday night at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. In advance of the start of…

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The Journey of a Legend: Valter Skarsgård Becomes Börje Salming

The Old Prof | May 9, 2024

This past week marked the North American debut of the six-part miniseries Börje—The Journey of a Legend on the Viaplay streaming service. Directed by the talented Amir Chamdin, it focused…

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Börje – The Journey of a Legend Is a Must-See for Maple Leafs Fans

The Old Prof | May 4, 2024

Hockey fans, in general, and Toronto Maple Leaf’s hockey fans, in particular, are in for a visual treat. The six-part miniseries Börje—The Journey of a Legend is making its North…

Categories Hockey Media, Toronto Maple Leafs

The Rise of Mike Monaco, ESPN’s Young Play-by-Play Star

Zach Martin | March 23, 2024

Sports unite people together no matter what form it’s in and sports brings passion from fans far and wide. What helps bring the fans closer to their team even when…

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