NHL and Premier Sports Renewed Broadcast Agreement
The network will continue airing games in the UK and Ireland through the 2028-2029 season.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Hockey
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The NHL and Premier Sports have officially extended their broadcast partnership, ensuring continued access to live hockey matches in the UK and Ireland. This agreement secures coverage for both the regular season and the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Why it matters
This renewal maintains international visibility for the league in key European markets where Premier Sports has held rights since 2011. It guarantees a consistent viewing schedule for overseas fans through the end of the decade.
Premier Sports will broadcast 15 live NHL games each week throughout the season. The network currently operates two dedicated sports channels across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
The players
NHL
The National Hockey League is the premier professional ice hockey organization in North America.
Premier Sports
Premier Sports is a specialized broadcaster operating sports channels in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
The details
Fans can access these broadcasts through platforms including Sky, Virgin, STV Player, and Amazon Prime. The coverage includes extensive access to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in addition to regular season matchups.
Timeline
Premier Sports began broadcasting NHL games in 2011.
The renewed agreement extends through the 2028-2029 season.
Season Trajectory
This deal secures long-term international broadcast stability for the league while maintaining its footprint in the UK and Ireland. It follows the pattern set by the 2011 NHL broadcast rights agreement with Premier Sports.
Viewers can plan their viewing schedule around 15 live broadcasts each week during the regular season. The deal ensures continued availability of games via existing platforms like Sky and Amazon Prime without service interruption.
The takeaway
This long-term extension provides continuity for European hockey fans who rely on the network's digital apps and cable partnerships. It underscores the NHL's ongoing commitment to maintaining a robust international presence through established local media partners.
Further reading
For more on international league coverage, see our latest news in Hockey.
More information
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Source note: This article includes information reported by NHL.
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