Hockey Night in Canada

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Hockey Night in Canada is a weekly television program that airs on CBC Television in Canada during the National Hockey League (NHL) season. It first began airing on the radio in 1931, and the show has aired since 1952, becoming an iconic part of Canadian culture. It was the first regular national hockey broadcast in North America.

The show usually airs on Saturday evenings during the NHL regular season and playoffs and features analysis, highlights, and interviews with players, coaches, and experts. Hockey Night in Canada is known for its iconic opening theme song and is a cultural touchstone for Canadian hockey fans.

In 2014, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) lost the broadcast rights to Hockey Night in Canada to Rogers Communications. This was a significant change as Hockey Night in Canada had been a CBC staple for more than six decades. Rodgers signed a 12-year, $5.2 billion deal for broadcast rights, which include coverage of all Saturday night games and the playoff.

When is Hockey Night in Canada games begin?

The Hockey Night in Canada games begin two games every Saturday Night at 7 and 10 PM local time.

Where can I watch Hockey Night in Canada?

CBC, Sportsnet, or Citytv networks will air Hockey Night in Canada games.

Can I Live Stream Hockey Night in Canada In the USA?

If you are in the United States you can enjoy all of Hockey Night in Canada games on Sling TV via ESPN network. Fans need a premium subscription that costs $51 per month and enjoys live-stream NHL games on Sling TV in the USA. DIRECTV STREAM digital TV streaming platform also shows Hockey Night in Canada games via ESPN in the United States.

How to watch Hockey Night in Canada games for free

You can watch Hockey Night in Canada games live stream for free. CBC Sports app offers Hockey Night in Canada games for free live stream. You can download the app and enjoy free streaming services.

  • Download CBC Sports app on iOS
  • Download CBC Sports app on Android

Hockey Night in Canada is called by various broadcasters and commentators, depending on the network broadcasting the game. However, the most well-known and iconic broadcaster associated with Hockey Night in Canada is Bob Cole, who was the lead play-by-play commentator for over 30 years. Other notable broadcasters who have called Hockey Night in Canada include Jim Hughson, Chris Cuthbert, and Gord Miller.