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TSN hockey insider Bob McKenzie announced his retirement on Tuesday. He had been with TSN since 1986 and was an NHL reporter for 48 years.

TSN NHL insider Bob McKenzie retires after 48 years

"Today’s Free Agent Frenzy is the last working day in a 48-year professional career..."

By Michael Dixon OnJul 1, 2025 0
If you were watching the first round of the NHL Draft on Friday night and thought it went a little long, it was not just you. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NBA, NHL should stop trying to duplicate NFL Draft success

The NBA and NHL have tried to take a page from the NFL Playbook in making their drafts big events but it doesn't hit the same.

By Matt Yoder OnJun 28, 2025 0
The map the PWHL used to show where its eight teams play was off in relation to every team. Photo Credit: PWHL on YouTube.

PWHL map incorrectly identified location of every team in league

"Listen i’m not expecting the dots on the map to be perfect but some of them aren’t even in the right country"

By Michael Dixon OnMay 1, 2025 0
NHL on ESPN logo on ice

John Buccigross implores NHL to take first round games off RSNs in next media deals

"I mean, we just can't sacrifice a round where these big markets can watch on their regional sports network."

By Drew Lerner OnApr 20, 2025 0
Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team Canada forward Connor McDavid (97) celebrates scoring in overtime to win with defenseman Devon Toews (5) and defenseman Cale Makar (8) and forward Mitch Marner (16) against Team USA during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Sean McDonough says 4 Nations Face-Off ‘right there with anything I have called’

ESPN's Sean McDonough says the 4 Nations Face-Off was among the greatest sporting events that he has ever called.

By Matt Yoder OnMar 4, 2025 0
Skip Bayless

Skip Bayless diminishes hockey as ‘one long, continuous mistake’

"No sport that I know of has more lucky scores than hockey."

By Sam Neumann OnMar 1, 2025 0
Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team USA goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) talks with the referee during the first period against Team Canada during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game at TD Garden.

Sean McDonough on navigating politics at 4 Nations Face-Off: ‘I felt like I had to say something’

"There needed to be some acknowledgment."

By Sam Neumann OnFeb 25, 2025 0
Sidney Crosby (L) and Brad Marchand after Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off win over the U.S.

Canadian radio host prank calls Boston show after 4 Nations Face-Off final

Canadian radio host Tony Marinaro posed as "Curly in Boston" in a prank call to brag about Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off win over the USA.

By Matt Yoder OnFeb 23, 2025 0
Cap Carey

Sports media world mourns passing of hockey reporter Cap Carey

"He did so much to inform the great fans of the North Country."

By Sean Keeley OnFeb 22, 2025 0
Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team Canada forward Connor McDavid (97) celebrates scoring in overtime to win with defenseman Devon Toews (5) and defenseman Cale Makar (8) and forward Mitch Marner (16) against Team USA during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

USA-Canada 4 Nations Face-Off championship draws 9.3 million viewers on ESPN to shatter records

The USA-Canada 4 Nations championship game surpassed all expectations by drawing 9.3 million viewers Thursday night on ESPN.

By Matt Yoder OnFeb 21, 2025 0
Charles Barkley on Inside the NBA

Charles Barkley congratulates Canada and apologizes for Donald Trump’s threats

"They were playing harder because of the tariffs and they didn’t want to be the 51st state. That’s motivation."

By Brandon Contes OnFeb 21, 2025 0
Connor McDavid is interviewed by ESPN's Emily Kaplan after the 4 Nations Face-Off final. Canada defeated the United States 3-2 in overtime, with McDavid scoring the winning goal. Photo Credit: ESPN.

Connor McDavid on 4 Nations Face-Off: ‘You can’t ask for a better show than that’

"It's a great game. It's a great sport. And I hope we put on a good show these last couple days and gained some fans."

By Michael Dixon OnFeb 21, 2025 0
USA hockey star Matthew Tkachuk. Photo Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Matthew Tkachuk calls 4-Nations Face-Off Final biggest game he’s ever played in

"I've played in some really big games..."

By Michael Dixon OnFeb 20, 2025 0
Jamison Coyle of NHL Network

NHL Network’s Jamison Coyle is bracing for a tense 4 Nations Face-Off championship

'The Canada vs. U.S. rivalry in hockey is always something special regardless of what's going on geopolitically.'

By Michael Grant OnFeb 20, 2025 0
Team Canada goalie Jordan Binnington

How many people will watch USA-Canada in the 4 Nations championship?

Can the 4 Nations Face-Off put up a truly gaudy number?

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 19, 2025 0
Canada's coach Jon Cooper talks about the intensity of the 4 Nations Face-Off. Photo Credit: ESPN on ABC

Canada coach Jon Cooper: 4 Nations Face-off ‘not an All-Star Game’

"This is a battle of the best of the best. And it's so fun to be a part of it."

By Michael Dixon OnFeb 15, 2025 0
Team USA forward Kyle Connor

Americans open 4 Nations Face-Off with season-high audience

Thursday's game between the United States and Finland drew 1.55 million viewers on ESPN.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 15, 2025 0
USA and Finland Play during the 4 Nations Face-Off. Photo Credit: ESPN

4 Nations Face-Off lower third graphic brings mixed reviews

"I love it." "It’s horrific and a crime against hockey."

By Michael Dixon OnFeb 13, 2025 0
Team Sweden defenseman Jonas Brodin

4 Nations Face-Off secures strong opening night audience on TNT

Canada's overtime win was good for the most-watched hockey telecast on TNT this season.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 13, 2025 0
Julie Stewart-Binks is launching "Energy Line with Nate and JSB," a new NHL-produced podcast with iHeartMedia.

Julie Stewart-Binks announces new NHL podcast

Julie Stewart-Binks is launching Energy Line with Nate and JSB, a new NHL-produced podcast with iHeartMedia, co-hosted by former NHL player Nate Thompson.

By Sam Neumann OnFeb 4, 2025 0
NHL: Winter Classic-St. Louis Blues at Chicago Blackhawks

Will the Winter Classic’s move to New Year’s Eve help viewership?

The annual outdoor game will face less competition than in prior years.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 31, 2024 0
Craig Button

TSN analyst Craig Button’s coughing fit on broadcast sparks jokes from partner

"Great news, we've resuscitated Craig Button, he is back and he's ready to go."

By Arthur Weinstein OnDec 28, 2024 0
Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Hockey

Broadcasters of all generations climb the ‘new ladders’ of the modern sports media landscape

Jack Hughes dismissed criticism from an analyst who claimed he attempted to embarrass Rangers' goalie Igor Shesterkin.

Jack Hughes scoffs at analyst’s claim he showed up Rangers’ goalie: ‘ I don’t even know what that means’

No one knows what it means, but it's provocative. It gets the people going.

By Sam Neumann OnDec 4, 2024 0
Jeff Marek hosting The Sheet

Jeff Marek launches new show for The Nation Network and Daily Faceoff

"I knew this is where I wanted my next step to be."

By Brandon Contes OnDec 4, 2024 0

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