Quotes and Analysis from Yesterday’s NHL Return to Play Announcement on NBCSN

Hockey Happy Hour Features Two Notable Milestone and Record Performances Today and Tomorrow on NBCSN

Alex Ovechkin and Auston Matthews on Men in Blazers On Ice – Today at 4:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN

STAMFORD, Conn. – May 27, 2020 – The NHL’s Return to Play plan for the 2019-20 season was formally announced on NHL Live: Return To Play yesterday on NBCSN. The hour-long program was hosted by NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico who spoke with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Executive Director of the NHL Players Association Donald Fehr. NHL on NBC analysts Eddie Olczyk and Patrick Sharp joined the program to provide analysis and reaction.

The remainder of this week’s Hockey Happy Hour coverage on NBCSN includes two notable milestone and record performances today and tomorrow. Roger Bennett, co-host of THE MEN IN BLAZERS SHOW, hosts an interview series, Men in Blazers On Ice, featuring stars from around the NHL today on NBCSN at 4:30 p.m. ET. Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin, Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews headline the episode.

DATE	EVENT	TIME (ET)	NETWORK
Wednesday, May 27	#HockeyAtHome: Meet & Greet	4 p.m.	NBCSN
	Men in Blazers On Ice	4:30 p.m.	NBCSN
	Calgary vs. Colorado (2019 Western Conference First Round, Game 3)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
Thursday, May 28	Chicago vs. Anaheim (2015 Western Conference Final, Game 5)	5 p.m.	NBCSN

Following are quotes from Bettman, Fehr, Olczyk and Sharp on NHL Live: Return To Play:

NHL COMMISSIONER GARY BETTMAN

Bettman on hub cities: “The reason there are so many cities still in contention is we didn’t want to be in a situation with things in the world moving so quickly, changing from day-to-day, we didn’t want to get locked in. We don’t want to go to a place where there’s a lot of COVID-19, we don’t want to go to a place where we can’t get the testing we need and where there’d be extensive testing…health and safety is the most important thing so there must be test available on a wide-scale basis without disrupting any medical needs. And there are governmental issues. Currently we don’t think we could do this in the Canadian markets because there is a 14-day quarantine. We are talking to the Canadian government about it, but if we get done with training camps and we want to go to a Canadian city and in order to do that we’re going to quarantine for 14 days, that isn’t going to work….we’re probably three weeks or more away from having to make a decision, but I didn’t want to be in a situation where we locked into one place and something was going on there that might want to cause us to reconsider, so it’s great that we have all of these options.”

Bettman on if latter portion of Playoffs could be played in home cities: “Yes. It depends on what the world looks like. If you made me guess today, I think we’d be in one of the two hub cities, or conceivably a third hub city, but if things change dramatically and we have the ability to go back to the home markets…we anticipate playing without fans, but if at some point things change and we could, we would reevaluate. Everything we have been doing over the past 10-12 weeks was having to do with preparing for whatever might be in front of us. Having alternatives, having optionality, and making sure we were flexible enough to adapt to whatever was going on.”

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE NHL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION DONALD FEHR

Fehr on players health and safety protocols: “I think what we have done as best we can at this point is design appropriate health and safety protocols. If they need to be amended over time, we will amend them. This is a living document.”

Fehr on his hopes of the NHL finishing this season: “I certainly hope that we can. I certainly hope that is the case. I certainly hope that all the necessary agreements, health and safety, and economic, and the rest can be finalized, so that they can take place. But I hope it is for another reason, because if we can, that would suggest that the world is beginning to return a little bit towards normal.”

Fehr on protecting players and staff: “Can we satisfy that the health and safety of the players and the rest of the staff and everybody else that would be involved can be protected? And can the rest of the agreements we need to make be done? If you don’t have something you are planning, if you don’t have something you can work towards, then we are going to end up getting to a place in which we say alright let’s go ahead and we won’t be able to. So, you have to do this in stages.”

NHL ON NBC ANALYST EDDIE OLCZYK

Olczyk on the NHL Return to Play announcement: “What a great day for hockey fans and people that love this great game. A tip of the hockey helmet to Commissioner Bettman and (NHL Deputy Commissioner) Bill Daly for being transparent through this whole process.”

Olczyk on 24 teams restarting play: “At the end of the day, they (the league) got it right … you’re always going to have someone on the outside looking in, but this is uncharted territory … I am fine with the way it is going to play out with the resume to play (format).”

“When you have this tournament format … with these players being off for as long as they have, … this thing is absolutely wide open. It doesn’t matter what a team did three months ago, that’s out the window.”

Olczyk on the potential Carolina-New York Rangers matchup: “If the Rangers would have went and made the playoffs (in a non-paused season), Artemi Panarin could have been a finalist for MVP … you have two teams that like to get up and go, this should be a lot of fun.”

NHL ON NBC ANALYST PATRICK SHARP

Sharp on the potential Edmonton-Chicago qualifying round matchup: “I start thinking of the two best players in the game, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, whenever they are on the ice, you’re going to notice it. They are dynamic players to watch…No. 88 (on Chicago) Patrick Kane lives for these big moments. Seems like every time he’s in the playoffs, he wants the puck on his stick.”

Sharp on the potential Pittsburgh-Montreal matchup: “Carey Price in the net is a gamechanger… when you have Price in net making saves, you have a chance every night.”

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 27

#HOCKEYATHOME: MEET & GREET AT 4 P.M. ET

NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen co-hosts a 30-minute program that features Buffalo Sabres forward Jack Eichel and Matt Duchene of the Nashville Predators meeting fans and answering their questions virtually during the league’s hiatus.

MEN IN BLAZERS ON ICE AT 4:30 P.M. ET

Roger Bennett, co-host of THE MEN IN BLAZERS SHOW, hosts an interview series featuring stars from around the NHL. Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin, Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews headline this episode.

FLAMES-AVALANCHE (2019 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND, GAME 3) AT 5 P.M. ET

Just two days after finishing his college season at UMass, Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar scored his first career NHL goal, on his first shot, in his debut in Game 3. In becoming the first defenseman to ever score a goal while making his NHL debut in the postseason, Makar factored in Colorado’s 6-2 victory and two-games-to-one series lead.

Gord Miller (play-by-play) and Ray Ferraro (analyst) called the game action from Pepsi Center in Denver, Colo.

THURSDAY, MAY 28

BLACKHAWKS-DUCKS (2015 WESTERN CONFERENCE FINAL, GAME 5) AT 5 P.M. ET

In the first-ever playoff meeting between these two teams, the series was tied at two games apiece heading into Game 5. Jonathan Toews of Chicago forced an overtime period when he scored two goals with under two minutes left in regulation, but Anaheim’s Matt Beleskey scored the winning goal in overtime for the 5-4 win. With the victory, the Ducks improved to 11-3 in the 2015 postseason, tying the NHL record for the most consecutive games to begin the playoffs without a regulation loss.

Kenny Albert (play-by-play), Joe Micheletti (analyst) and Brian Engblom (‘Inside the Glass’ analyst) had the call from Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif.

–NBC SPORTS–

Enhanced Presentation of ‘Guaranteed’ Victory vs. Devils Monday at 4 p.m. ET on NBCSN Features New Commentary from Messier, Eddie Olczyk, Mike Richter and Ken Daneyko

Hockey Happy Hour Features Four Notable Milestone and Record Performances on Monday-Thursday on NBCSN

T.J. Oshie’s Historic Shootout Performance in Team USA-Russia 2014 Olympic Clash Presented Tomorrow at 3 p.m. ET on NBC

Second Episode of NHL’s Who Wore It Best? – Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Hockey Hall of Famer Bernie Parent Joins Monday’s Episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

STAMFORD, Conn. – May 22, 2020 – Mark Messier’s memorable hat trick performance in Game 6 of the 1994 Eastern Conference Final against the New Jersey Devils on Monday at 4 p.m. ET on NBCSN headlines next week’s hockey coverage across NBC Sports.

The enhanced presentation of the matchup, 26 years ago to the day (5/25/94), will feature commentary by three members from that Rangers team: NBC Sports’ Eddie Olczyk alongside Messier and Mike Richter, as well as former Devils defenseman Ken Daneyko.

Next week’s Hockey Happy Hour coverage on NBCSN includes four notable milestone and record performances Monday-Thursday. On Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET, the second episode of NHL’s Who Wore It Best? features NBC Sports’ NHL analyst Keith Jones taking part in a debate over the best players to wear certain jersey numbers in NHL history.

NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban continues Monday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Hockey Hall of Famer Bernie Parent will join the show, as well as Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Martinook, singer and songwriter Robin Thicke and NHL referee Wes McCauley.

T.J. Oshie’s memorable shootout performance against Russia at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi will be presented tomorrow on NBC at 3 p.m. ET. The broadcast will feature NBC Sports’ Liam McHugh interview with Oshie about his memories on the shootout victory as well as a special Memorial Day essay penned by seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick.

Following are excerpts from McHugh’s interview with Oshie:

Oshie on his mentality going into the shootout: “There wasn’t a time I was more confident than that first shot. I knew off the hop I wanted to go five-hole. That’s really all I had my mind made up for.”

Oshie on Team USA goaltender Jonathan Quick: “Quickie (Jonathan Quick) still had to make all those saves, when I missed. It was a two-man team against the Russians. I get a lot of credit because I was scoring the goals, but he was going against some real class players, some of the greatest to play the game. It was impressive he was able to fend them off for me so I could get the W.”

Programming will also stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

DATE	EVENT	TIME (ET)	NETWORK
Monday, May 25	New York Rangers vs. New Jersey (1994 Eastern Conference Final, Game 6)	4 p.m.	NBCSN
	NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban (Episode 7)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Men in Blazers On Ice	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Tuesday, May 26	NHL’s Who Wore It Best? (Episode 2)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Los Angeles vs. Phoenix (2012 Western Conference Final, Game 5)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Wednesday, May 27	#HockeyAtHome: Meet & Greet	4 p.m.	NBCSN
	Men in Blazers On Ice	4:30 p.m.	NBCSN
	Calgary vs. Colorado (2019 Western Conference First Round, Game 3)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
Thursday, May 28	Chicago vs. Anaheim (2015 Western Conference Final, Game 5)	5 p.m.	NBCSN

MONDAY, MAY 25

RANGERS-DEVILS (1994 EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL, GAME 6) AT 4 P.M. ET

Despite trailing the series 3-2, Rangers captain Mark Messier publicly guaranteed that New York would win Game 6 on the road. Trailing by a goal after two periods, Messier scored a natural hat trick in the third period to rally the Rangers to a 4-2 victory and force a decisive Game 7. New York would go on to win the series and claim the Stanley Cup title.

Throughout the broadcast, NBC Sports’ Eddie Olczyk will provide commentary with his 1994 Rangers teammates Messier and Mike Richter, as well as former Devils defenseman Ken Daneyko.

NHL HAT TRICK TRIVIA HOSTED BY P.K. SUBBAN AT 5 P.M. ET

Hockey Hall of Famer Bernie Parent will join the seventh episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Additional guests on the episode include Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Martinook, singer and songwriter Robin Thicke and NHL referee Wes McCauley.

MEN IN BLAZERS ON ICE AT 5:30 P.M. ET

Roger Bennett, co-host of “Men in Blazers,” hosts an interview series featuring stars from around the NHL. St. Louis Blues forward Ryan O’Reilly, Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman and Washington Capitals forward T.J. Oshie headline this episode.

TUESDAY, MAY 26

NHL’S WHO WORE IT BEST? AT 5 P.M. ET

NHL’s Who Wore It Best? will feature hockey writers, broadcasters and insiders debating the best players to wear each jersey number in NHL history. The five-week series will air on NBCSN every Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET. The second episode features NBC Sports’ Keith Jones who takes part in debating the following jersey numbers: 55, 40, 34, 32 and 31.

KINGS-COYOTES (2012 WESTERN CONFERENCE FINAL, GAME 5) AT 5:30 P.M. ET

Dustin Penner’s overtime winning-goal gave the Kings a 4-3 victory to capture the series. With the win, Los Angeles became the first team to ever eliminate the one, two and three seeds en route to the Stanley Cup Final as well as start the postseason with an 8-0 record on the road.

The late, great Dave Strader (play-by-play), Brian Engblom (analyst) and Darren Pang (‘Inside the Glass’ analyst) called Game 5 from Jobing.com Arena in Glendale, Ariz.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27

#HOCKEYATHOME: MEET & GREET AT 4 P.M. ET

NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen co-hosts a 30-minute program that features Buffalo Sabres forward Jack Eichel and Matt Duchene of the Nashville Predators meeting fans and answering their questions virtually during the league’s hiatus.

MEN IN BLAZERS ON ICE AT 4:30 P.M. ET

Roger Bennett, co-host of “Men in Blazers,” hosts an interview series featuring stars from around the NHL. Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin, Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews headline this episode.

FLAMES-AVALANCHE (2019 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND, GAME 3) AT 5 P.M. ET

Just two days after finishing his college season at UMass, Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar scored his first career NHL goal, on his first shot, in his debut in Game 3. In becoming the first defenseman to ever score a goal while making his NHL debut in the postseason, Makar factored in Colorado’s 6-2 victory and two-games-to-one series lead.

Gord Miller (play-by-play) and Ray Ferraro (analyst) called the game action from Pepsi Center in Denver, Colo.

THURSDAY, MAY 28

BLACKHAWKS-DUCKS (2015 WESTERN CONFERENCE FINAL, GAME 5) AT 5 P.M. ET

In the first-ever playoff meeting between these two teams, the series was tied at two games apiece heading into Game 5. Jonathan Toews of Chicago forced an overtime period when he scored two goals with under two minutes left in regulation, but Anaheim’s Matt Beleskey scored the winning goal in overtime for the 5-4 win. With the victory, the Ducks improved to 11-3 in the 2015 postseason, tying the NHL record for the most consecutive games to begin the playoffs without a regulation loss.

Kenny Albert (play-by-play), Joe Micheletti (analyst) and Brian Engblom (‘Inside the Glass’ analyst) had the call from Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif.

–NBC SPORTS–

Team USA vs. Russia Memorable Shootout in 2014 Olympic Men’s Hockey Preliminary Round – Saturday at 3 p.m. ET on NBC

Saturday’s Enhanced Presentation Features Liam McHugh Interview with Oshie and Special Memorial Day Essay Penned by Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick

Premiere Episode of NHL’s Who Wore It Best? – Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Hockey Happy Hour Features Four Notable Milestone and Record Performances on Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Hockey Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille Joins Tonight’s Episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Final Broadcast of NHL Player Gaming Challenge – Thursday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

STAMFORD, Conn. – May 18, 2020 – T.J. Oshie’s memorable shootout performance against Russia at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi caps NBC Sports’ presentation of Team USA Olympic hockey matchups on NBC throughout the month of May this Saturday at 3 p.m. ET on NBC.

The enhanced presentation of the historic matchup will feature NBC Sports’ Liam McHugh interview with Oshie about his memories on the shootout victory. NBC’s broadcast will also feature a special Memorial Day essay penned by seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick.

This week’s Hockey Happy Hour coverage on NBCSN includes four notable milestone and record performances Monday-Thursday beginning at 5 p.m. ET. On Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET, the premiere episode of NHL’s Who Wore It Best? features NBC Sports’ ‘Inside-the-Glass’ analyst Pierre McGuire taking part in a debate over the best players to wear certain jersey numbers in NHL history.

The final installment of the NHL Player Gaming Challenge on NBCSN will air Thursday at 5 p.m. ET, featuring James van Riemsdyk representing the Philadelphia Flyers against Zach Hyman of the Toronto Maple Leafs. The month-long initiative pit NHL players from all 31 clubs facing off against each other in EA Sports NHL 20.

NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban continues tonight at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Hockey Hall of Famer and Los Angeles Kings president Luc Robitaille will join the show, as well as Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey, NHL referee Wes McCauley and model Camille Kostek.

Programming will also stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

DATE	EVENT	TIME (ET)	NETWORK
Monday, May 18	NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban (Episode 6)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Tampa Bay vs. Pittsburgh (2016 Eastern Conference Final, Game 2)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Tuesday, May 19	NHL’s Who Wore It Best? (Episode 1)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Washington vs. Vegas (2018 Stanley Cup Final, Game 1)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Wednesday, May 20	#HockeyAtHome: Meet & Greet	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Dallas vs. Vancouver (2007 Western Conference Quarterfinals, Game 1)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Thursday, May 21	NHL Player Gaming Challenge	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Tampa Bay vs. Columbus (2019 First Round, Game 4)	6 p.m.	NBCSN
Saturday, May 23	2014 Olympics Men’s Preliminary Round: USA vs. Russia	3 p.m.	NBC

MONDAY, MAY 18

NHL HAT TRICK TRIVIA HOSTED BY P.K. SUBBAN AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Hockey Hall of Famer and Los Angeles Kings president Luc Robitaille will join the sixth episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Additional guests on the episode include Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey, NHL referee Wes McCauley and model Camille Kostek.

LIGHTNING-PENGUINS (2016 EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL, GAME 2) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The Penguins and Lightning combined for four goals in the first period, with each team scoring twice. The game remained tied at two, leading to an overtime period in which Sidney Crosby scored his first and only career playoff overtime goal to give Pittsburgh the 3-2 victory. The Penguins evened the series at one and the win played a role in the teams journey to the first of back-to-back Stanley Cup championships.

Seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick, U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame member Eddie Olczyk and ‘Inside-the-Glass’ analyst Pierre McGuire had the call from CONSOL Energy Center in Pittsburgh, Pa.

TUESDAY, MAY 19

NHL’S WHO WORE IT BEST? AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

NHL’s Who Wore It Best? will feature hockey writers, broadcasters and insiders debating the best players to wear each jersey number in NHL history. The five-week series will air on NBCSN every Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET. The premiere episode features NBC Sports’ Pierre McGuire who takes part in debating the following jersey numbers: 92, 91, 88, 81 and 77.

CAPITALS- GOLDEN KNIGHTS (2018 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 1) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Game 1 of the 2018 Stanley Cup Final marked the first-ever Stanley Cup appearance for the expansion Vegas Golden Knights. The high scoring affair featured a Cup-record four lead changes throughout the game. Behind two goals by Tomas Nosek, the Golden Knights won their first-ever Stanley Cup game, 6-4.

Emrick, Olczyk and McGuire called the Stanley Cup matchup from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20

#HOCKEYATHOME: MEET & GREET AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen will co-host a 30-minute program that features Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl and Torey Krug of the Boston Bruins meeting fans virtually during the league’s hiatus in a memorable digital experience.

STARS-CANUCKS (2007 WESTERN CONFERENCE QUARTERFINALS, GAME 1) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The Stars and Canucks clashed in a 2007 postseason duel that went into quadruple overtime and ranks as the sixth-longest playoff game in NHL history. In the notable matchup, Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo faced a record 76 shots, making 72 saves, in Vancouver’s 5-4 Game 1 victory. Henrik Sedin scored the winning goal in the fourth overtime period.

The late, great Dave Strader (play-by-play), John Vanbiesbrouck (analyst) and Bob Beers (reporter) called Game 1 from General Motors Place in Vancouver, B.C.

THURSDAY, MAY 21

NHL PLAYER GAMING CHALLENGE AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

NBCSN will present the final broadcast of the NHL Player Gaming Challenge at 5 p.m. ET, between Philadelphia vs. Toronto. The competition features James van Riemsdyk representing the Philadelphia Flyers against Zach Hyman of the Toronto Maple Leafs. The month-long initiative pit NHL players from all 31 clubs facing off against each other in EA Sports NHL 20.

Following the hour-long program at 5 p.m. ET, a matchup between Thatcher Demko and Adam Gaudette of the Vancouver Canucks and Ryan Reaves and Alex Tuch of the Vegas Golden Knights will be available on NBCSports.com, the NBC Sports app and the NBC Sports YouTube channel.

LIGHTNING-BLUE JACKETS (2019 FIRST ROUND, GAME 4) AT 6 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The eighth-seeded Blue Jackets completed their sweep of the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Lightning in a shocking series upset. In Game 4, Pierre-Luc Dubois recorded a goal and two assists for Columbus in the team’s 7-3 victory, which marked Columbus’ first-ever playoff series win. The Lightning became the first Presidents’ Trophy winners to be swept in the first round.

John Forslund (play-by-play) and McGuire had the call from Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

During the broadcast, Pierre McGuire will speak with Seth Jones, Cam Atkinson and Nick Foligno of the Blue Jackets about Game 4 and the memorable series win.

SATURDAY, MAY 23

TEAM USA-RUSSIA (2014 OLYMPICS MEN’S PRELIMINARY ROUND) AT 3 P.M. ET ON NBC

Team USA and Russia faced off in the preliminary round at the Sochi Olympics in 2014. Tied at two, the Americans selected forward T.J. Oshie to participate in six shootout attempts, including the shootout-winner in the eighth round.

Emrick, Olczyk and McGuire called the preliminary round game in Sochi. The 3-2 Team USA shootout victory ranked as NBCSN’s most watched hockey game ever at the time.

The enhanced presentation of this matchup will feature NBC Sports’ Liam McHugh interview with shootout hero T.J. Oshie about his memories on the historic game. NBC’s broadcast will also feature a special Memorial Day essay penned by Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick.

–NBC SPORTS–

Kathryn Tappen Interviews Team USA Captain Duggan on NBC Broadcast  

“My mom’s my hero … she’s an incredible woman and I love celebrating her every Mother’s Day.” – Duggan on her Mother, Mary Duggan, a Nurse Fighting COVID-19 Pandemic

Additional New Broadcast Elements Include Feature on Hilary Knight and Special Mother’s Day Essay Penned by Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick

STAMFORD, Conn. – May 8, 2020 – NBC Sports will present the 2018 Olympic women’s hockey gold medal game between the U.S. and Canada at 3 p.m. ET this Sunday on NBC, highlighted by an interview between NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen and Team USA captain and three-time Olympic medalist Meghan Duggan. Throughout the conversation, Duggan discusses her memories of the gold medal game, reflects on Mother’s Day as a mom and daughter, and honors her own mother, Mary Duggan, who is a nurse helping fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

NBC’s broadcast will also feature a special profile on American star forward Hilary Knight, as well as a Mother’s Day tribute essay penned by seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick.

Following are excerpts from Tappen’s interview with Duggan:

Duggan on recently becoming a mother to son, George: “It’s the best. It’s the most emotional, exciting, incredible experience of my life. It’s been amazing.”

Duggan on the influence of her mother, Mary Duggan, throughout her life: “My mom’s my hero. It makes me a little emotional. She’s a rock. She’s an incredible woman and I love celebrating her every Mother’s Day.”

Duggan on her mother being a nurse during the COVID-19 pandemic: “She’s out there every day helping patients. (It’s) something that scares me, her being out there (on the front lines), but when I asked her about it, her response was, ‘This is my job, I want to be helping people and I love being a nurse.’ It shows how selfless she is, and what a role model she has been for me my whole life.”

Duggan on Team USA’s rivalry with Canada: “I’m super proud to be part of Team USA … when you have a rivalry like that, that withstands the ups and downs of so many years and stays consistent and drums up so much excitement from fans, it’s an incredible thing to be a part of.”

Duggan on re-watching the 2018 Olympic gold medal game recently for the first time: “So much emotion … my hands were sweating. I was on the edge of my seat the whole game. It was really fun to relive and feel those memories again.”

–NBC SPORTS–

Team USA’s 2018 Olympic Women’s Hockey Gold Medal Victory Over Canada Presented Sunday on NBC at 3 p.m. ET

Kathryn Tappen Hosts Sunday’s Coverage Featuring New Interview with Team USA Captain Meghan Duggan, Feature on Hilary Knight, and Special Mother’s Day Essay Penned by Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick

Hockey Legend Wayne Gretzky Interviews Top 2020 Draft Prospects Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Four Memorable “On This Date” in Playoff History Games on Hockey Happy Hour Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Three-Time Olympic Medalist Lindsey Vonn Joins Tonight’s Episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

NHL Player Gaming Challenge – Thursday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

STAMFORD, Conn. – May 4, 2020 – NBC Sports will continue its presentation of Team USA Olympic hockey matchups on NBC throughout the month of May, with the 2018 Olympic women’s hockey gold medal game between the U.S. and Canada this Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on NBC.

The historic matchup, which will air on Mother’s Day, will have numerous new elements during the broadcast, including NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen interviewing Team USA captain Meghan Duggan on her memories about the gold medal game and celebrating Mother’s Day as both a mother and as a daughter. NBC’s broadcast will also feature a Mother’s Day tribute essay penned by seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick, as well as a profile on American star Hilary Knight.

Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky will interview five of the top prospects in the upcoming 2020 NHL Draft – Alexis Lafreniere, Quinton Byfield, Jamie Drysdale, Jake Sanderson and Tim Stuetzle – on NBCSN Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET, as part of the NHL’s #HockeyAtHome series.

On Thursday, NBCSN will present the NHL Player Gaming Challenge at 5 p.m. ET, featuring Clayton Keller and Conor Garland representing the Arizona Coyotes against Charlie McAvoy and Jake DeBrusk representing the Boston Bruins. The month-long initiative will pit NHL players from all 31 clubs facing off against each other in EA Sports NHL 20.

This week’s Hockey Happy Hour episodes, airing Monday-Thursday from 5-7 p.m. ET on NBCSN, will feature memorable “on this date” games in playoff history. NBC Sports’ NHL commentators Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick, Keith Jones, Brian Boucher and Patrick Sharp will make appearances throughout the week, providing their own “on this date” stories.

Tonight at 5 p.m. ET, NBCSN will present the fourth episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban, when Subban’s fiancée and three-time Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn, among others, will join the show. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes.

Programming will also stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

DATE	EVENT	TIME	NETWORK
Monday, May 4	NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban (Episode 4)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh (2008 Eastern Conference Semifinals, Game 5)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Tuesday, May 5	Edmonton vs. Anaheim (2017 Second Round, Game 5)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
Wednesday, May 6	#HockeyAtHome: Wayne Gretzky Interviews Top 2020 Draft Prospects	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Buffalo vs. New York Rangers (2007 Eastern Conference Semifinals, Game 6)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Thursday, May 7	NHL Player Gaming Challenge	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Boston vs. Philadelphia (2010 Eastern Conference Semifinals, Game 4)	6 p.m.	NBCSN
Sunday, May 10	2018 Olympics Women’s Gold Medal game: USA vs. Canada	3 p.m.	NBC

*All times eastern

MONDAY, MAY 4

NHL HAT TRICK TRIVIA HOSTED BY P.K. SUBBAN AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

P.K. Subban’s fiancée and three-time Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn, will join the fourth episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Additional guests on the episode include former NHL goaltender Marty Turco, Los Angeles Kings mascot Bailey as well as NHL referee Wes McCauley.

RANGERS-PENGUINS (2008 EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS, GAME 5) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The Penguins and Rangers battled to a 2-2 tie to force an overtime period in Game 5. In overtime, Pittsburgh’s Marian Hossa scored the series-winner to propel Sidney Crosby and the Penguins over the Jaromir Jagr-led Rangers, advancing to the Eastern Conference Final.

Emrick, U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame member Eddie Olczyk and ‘Inside-the-Glass’ analyst Pierre McGuire had the call from Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh, Pa.

During the broadcast, Keith Jones and Brian Boucher reflect on playing in the third longest game in NHL history as teammates on the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 4 of Philadelphia’s semifinal series against Pittsburgh on May 4, 2000.

TUESDAY, MAY 5

OILERS-DUCKS (2017 SECOND ROUND, GAME 5) AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Edmonton jumped out to a three-goal advantage in Game 5, but with just over three minutes left in the game, Anaheim rallied to score three times to force overtime. ‘The Comeback on Katella’ was complete when Corey Perry scored the winning goal in double overtime to give the Ducks a 4-3 victory and 3-2 series lead.

Chris Cuthbert (play-by-play) and Brian Boucher (‘Inside the Glass’ analyst) called the matchup from Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif.

As part of the broadcast, Patrick Sharp looks back on the final two playoff points of his career (1g/1a) as a member of the Dallas Stars in an overtime victory in Game 4 of the Second Round against the St. Louis Blues on May 5, 2016.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6

#HOCKEYATHOME: WAYNE GRETZKY INTERVIEW WITH TOP 2020 DRAFT PROSPECTS AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky will interview five of the top prospects in the upcoming 2020 NHL Draft – Alexis Lafreniere, Quinton Byfield, Jamie Drysdale, Jake Sanderson and Tim Stuetzle – as part of the NHL’s #HockeyAtHome series.

SABRES-RANGERS (2007 EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS, GAME 6) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The Sabres and Rangers clashed in a high-scoring affair combining for nine goals in the contest. Led by Jochen Hecht’s two goals and Daniel Briere’s three assists, the Sabres emerged with a 5-4 victory to claim what remains their most recent playoff series win, 13 years to the day.

Emrick, Olczyk and McGuire called Game 6 from Madison Square Garden in New York, N.Y.

Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick reflects on significant hockey moments that have taken place on May 6 over the years throughout the broadcast.

THURSDAY, MAY 7

NHL PLAYER GAMING CHALLENGE AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

NBCSN will present the NHL Player Gaming Challenge at 5 p.m. ET, between Arizona vs. Boston. The competition features Clayton Keller and Conor Garland representing the Coyotes against Charlie McAvoy and Jake DeBrusk of the Bruins. The month-long initiative will pit NHL players from all 31 clubs facing off against each other in EA Sports NHL 20.

Following the hour-long broadcast at 5 p.m. ET, a matchup between Jonathan Huberdeau of the Florida Panthers and Evgeny Kuznetsov of the Washington Capitals will be available on NBCSports.com, the NBC Sports app and the NBC Sports YouTube channel.

BRUINS-FLYERS (2010 EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS, GAME 4) AT 6 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Trailing the series 3-0, Philadelphia kept its season alive on Simon Gagne’s overtime goal to give Flyers a 5-4 win in Game 4. The victory was the first of four straight wins for Philadelphia, culminating in a historic comeback over the Bruins. The Flyers became just the third team in NHL history at the time to win a series after trailing 3-0.

Joe Beninati (play-by-play) and Andy Brickley (analyst) had the call from Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pa.

The broadcast will feature commentary from Boucher, who was the goaltender for the Flyers in the matchup, and a few of his Flyers teammates.

SUNDAY, MAY 10

USA-CANADA (2018 OLYMPICS WOMEN’S GOLD MEDAL GAME) AT 3 P.M. ET ON NBC

Team USA and Canada faced off in the gold medal game at the PyeongChang Olympics in 2018. Behind the game-winning shootout goal by Jocelyne Lamoureux-Davidson, the Americans won, 3-2, to claim their second-ever Olympic gold medal. The win also snapped the Canadians’ streak of four straight Olympic titles.

Kenny Albert (play-by-play), AJ Mleczko (analyst) and McGuire called the gold medal game in PyeongChang.

Airing on Mother’s Day, the broadcast will have numerous new elements, including NBC Sports’ NHL host Kathryn Tappen interviewing Team USA captain Meghan Duggan on her memories about the gold medal game and celebrating Mother’s Day as both a mother and as a daughter. NBC’s broadcast will also feature a Mother’s Day tribute essay penned by Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick, as well as a profile on American forward Hilary Knight, who scored the opening goal for Team USA in the 2018 gold medal game.

The two remaining Team USA Olympic hockey matchups that will air on NBC in May are below:

DATE	EVENT	TIME (ET)
Sunday, May 10	2018 Olympics Women’s Gold Medal game: USA vs. Canada	3 p.m.
Saturday, May 23	2014 Olympics Men’s preliminary round: USA vs. Russia	3 p.m.

 

–NBC SPORTS–

Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin First-Ever Joint Interview Premieres Today at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN with Host Kathryn Tappen

Penguins’ Back-to-Back Stanley Cups in 2016 and 2017 Presented Saturday at 3 p.m. ET on NBC

Capitals and Blues’ First-Ever Stanley Cup Championships in 2018 and 2019 Featured on Sunday on NBC

Four Memorable “On This Date” in Playoff History Games on Hockey Happy Hour Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman Joins Next Episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

STAMFORD, Conn. – April 20, 2020 – NBC Sports will present the first-ever joint interview featuring hockey icon Wayne Gretzky and Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin today at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN, headlining this week’s NHL coverage across NBC and NBCSN. NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen will host the interview, which is the latest edition of the NHL’s #HockeyAtHome series.

NBC Sports will present the past four Stanley Cup clinching games on NBC this weekend, concluding the network’s month-long presentation of the NHL’s 12 most-recent Cup clinchers. Saturday’s coverage begins at 3 p.m. ET and features the Pittsburgh Penguins’ back-to-back championships over the San Jose Sharks and Nashville Predators in 2016 and 2017, respectively.

Sunday spotlights two teams winning their first-ever Stanley Cups at 3 p.m. ET on NBC: the Washington Capitals’ win over the Vegas Golden Knights in 2018 and the St. Louis Blues defeating the Boston Bruins in seven games last year.

This week’s Hockey Happy Hour Monday-Thursday from 5-7 p.m. ET on NBCSN will feature memorable “on this date” games in playoff history. NBC Sports’ NHL commentators Keith Jones, Patrick Sharp and Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick will make appearances throughout the week, providing their own “on this date” stories.

On Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET, NBCSN will present the second episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban, when NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, among others, will join the show. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes.

Programming will also stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

DATE	EVENT	TIME	NETWORK
Monday, April 20	#HockeyAtHome: Wayne Gretzky & Alex Ovechkin Interview	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Chicago vs. Nashville (2017 First Round, Game 4)	6 p.m.	NBCSN
Tuesday, April 21	NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban (Episode 1 encore)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	San Jose vs. Vegas (2019 First Round, Game 6)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Wednesday, April 22	NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban (Episode 2)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Buffalo vs. Philadelphia (2011 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals, Game 5)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Thursday, April 23	Our Line Starts	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	#HockeyAtHome: Couples	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
	Pittsburgh vs. Columbus (2014 First Round, Game 4)	6 p.m.	NBCSN
Saturday, April 25	Pittsburgh vs. San Jose (2016 Stanley Cup Final, Game 6)	3 p.m.	NBC
	Pittsburgh vs. Nashville (2017 Stanley Cup Final, Game 6)	4:30 p.m.	NBC
Sunday, April 26	Washington vs. Vegas (2018 Stanley Cup Final, Game 5)	3 p.m.	NBC
	St. Louis vs. Boston (2019 Stanley Cup Final, Game 7)	4:30 p.m.	NBC

*All times eastern

MONDAY, APRIL 20

#HOCKEYATHOME: WAYNE GRETZKY & ALEX OVECHKIN INTERVIEW AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Hockey icon Wayne Gretzky and Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin participate in their first-ever joint interview in an hour-long #HockeyAtHome hosted by Kathryn Tappen. The pair touch on a wide-range of topics, including Ovechkin’s pursuit of Gretzky’s career goals record, the state of the NHL, and their lives off the ice.

Kathryn Tappen reflecting on hosting the interview on Lunch Talk Live on Tuesday, April 14, 2020: “Wayne Gretzky has such an adoration for Alex Ovechkin and what’s he doing right now. Mutually, Alex was nervous on the call … it’s not every day he gets to talk with ‘The Great One’… ‘The Great One’ asking ‘The Great 8’ all about life and hockey.”

BLACKHAWKS-PREDATORS (2017 FIRST ROUND, GAME 4) AT 6 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Three years ago to the day, the 8^th-seeded Predators eliminated the top-seeded Blackhawks from the playoffs behind two goals from Roman Josi and 30 saves by goaltender Pekka Rinne for a 4-1 victory. The win marked the first time that Nashville swept a playoff opponent in franchise history, and set the stage for the franchise’s run to their first Stanley Cup Final appearance.

Gord Miller (play-by-play) and Ray Ferraro (analyst) had the call from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.

During the broadcast, Keith Jones will look back at his first playoff fight on April 20, 1993, when he was a rookie with the Washington Capitals.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21

SHARKS-GOLDEN KNIGHTS (2019 FIRST ROUND, GAME 6) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Last year on this date, the Sharks and Golden Knights battled to double overtime tied at one goal apiece. Anchored by goaltender Martin Jones’ 58 saves, San Jose avoided elimination when Tomas Hertl scored the winning goal while shorthanded, for a 2-1 road victory. The Sharks would go on to win the series in a memorable Game 7 and advance to the Second Round.

Alex Faust (play-by-play) and Mike Johnson (analyst) called the matchup from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.

During the broadcast, Patrick Sharp details Scott Darling’s memorable 50-save performance in a triple overtime victory for their Blackhawks over the Predators on April 21, 2015.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22

NHL HAT TRICK TRIVIA HOSTED BY P.K. SUBBAN AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman will join the second episode of NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show features fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Additional guests on the episode include Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron, NHL referee Wes McCauley and country music star Chase Rice.

SABRES-FLYERS (2011 EASTERN CONFERENCE QUARTERFINALS, GAME 5) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

With the series tied 2-2, Buffalo got off to a fast start in Game 5, scoring the opening three goals in the first period. Philadelphia responded with three goals of their own to tie the game, forcing an overtime period. Tyler Ennis of the Sabres ended the Flyers’ comeback efforts when he netted the overtime winner, and his second goal of the game, for the 4-3 Buffalo win. Nine years to the day, this victory marks the Sabres’ most recent playoff win.

John Forslund (play-by-play) and Joe Micheletti (analyst) called the matchup from Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa.

During the broadcast, Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick reflects on significant hockey moments that have taken place on April 22 over the years.

THURSDAY, APRIL 23

OUR LINE STARTS AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The latest episode of NBC Sports’ weekly NHL podcast will be presented at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN. Our Line Starts is part of NBC Sports’ growing roster of podcasts spanning the NFL, Premier League, NASCAR, and much more. Click here to listen to the show.

#HOCKEYATHOME: COUPLES AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

NBCSN will present a 30-minute program about NHL players and their significant others at 5:30 p.m. ET. The three couples featured in the program are:

• Anaheim Ducks goaltender Ryan Miller and his wife, Noureen DeWulf
• Arizona Coyotes forward Taylor Hall and his girlfriend, Rachel Rush
• New Jersey Devils defenseman Connor Carrick and his wife, Lexi Carrick

PENGUINS-BLUE JACKETS (2014 FIRST ROUND, GAME 4) AT 6 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Six years to the day, Columbus recorded their first home playoff victory in franchise history in Game 4 of the series. The Blue Jackets overcame a three-goal deficit to force overtime, with the tying goal coming in the final minute of play. Nick Foligno netted the game-winner that gave Columbus a 4-3 win.

Kenny Albert (play-by-play) and Pierre McGuire (‘Inside the Glass’ analyst) had the call from Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25

PENGUINS-SHARKS (2016 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 6) AT 3 P.M. ET ON NBC

With Game 6 tied 1-1 in the second period, Sidney Crosby assisted on the go-ahead goal as well as the empty-net goal to give the Penguins their fourth Stanley Cup in franchise history, and the first of their back-to-back championships. Despite facing elimination on home ice, the Sharks weren’t able to garner enough offense to force a Game 7, losing 3-1. Crosby was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy.

Seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick, U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame member Eddie Olczyk and ‘Inside-the-Glass’ analyst Pierre McGuire called the matchup from SAP Center in San Jose, Calif.

PENGUINS-PREDATORS (2017 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 6) AT 4:30 P.M. ET ON NBC

In a defensive affair, the opening goal of Game 6 was scored with less than two minutes remaining in the 3^rd period, when Patric Hornqvist gave the Penguins a 1-0 lead. An empty net goal by Carl Hagelin of Pittsburgh in the final seconds secured their second Stanley Cup championship in as many years. The Penguins became the first team to win back-to-back Cups since the Detroit Red Wings in 1997 and 1998. Crosby again took home the Conn Smythe Trophy.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Stanley Cup action from Bridgestone Arena.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26

CAPITALS-GOLDEN KNIGHTS (2018 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 5) AT 3 P.M. ET ON NBC

This series pitted the expansion Golden Knights in their first season facing the Capitals, who were trying to end their infamous championship drought. The Capitals overcame a 3^rd period deficit behind goals from Devante Smith-Pelly and Lars Eller to beat the Golden Knights 4-3 to win their first-ever Stanley Cup. Alex Ovechkin, who scored in Game 5 and led the postseason with 15 goals overall, was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire had the call from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.

BLUES-BRUINS (2019 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 7) AT 4:30 P.M. ET ON NBC

In a decisive Game 7, St. Louis jumped out to a four-goal advantage behind goals from four different players. The Blues held on for a 4-1 victory, completing a historic Stanley Cup Playoff run and capturing the franchise’s first-ever Stanley Cup. Ryan O’Reilly was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Game 7 matchup from TD Garden in Boston, Mass.

This weekend’s Stanley Cup clinching games airing on NBC can be found below:

DATE	EVENT	TIME (ET)
Saturday, April 25	Pittsburgh vs. San Jose (2016)	3 p.m.
	Pittsburgh vs. Nashville (2017)	4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 26	Washington vs. Vegas (2018)	3 p.m.
	St. Louis vs. Boston (2019)	4:30 p.m.

 

–NBC SPORTS–

Kings’ Stanley Cup Championships in 2012 and 2014 Saturday at 3 p.m. ET; Blackhawks Cup Clinchers in 2013 and 2015 on Sunday

Doc’s Dream: Doc Emrick Reflects on Month Without Hockey and His Dream for When the Sport Returns

Four Memorable Playoff Comebacks on Hockey Happy Hour Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban Airs Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Content to Stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports App

STAMFORD, Conn. – April 13, 2020 – NBC Sports will present the four Stanley Cup clinching games between 2012-15 on NBC this weekend, continuing the network’s month-long presentation of the NHL’s 12 most-recent Cup clinchers. Saturday’s coverage begins at 3 p.m. ET and features the Los Angeles Kings’ victories over the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers in 2012 and 2014, respectively. The focus shifts to the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on NBC, showcasing Chicago’s wins over Boston in 2013 and Tampa Bay in 2015 to give the Blackhawks three Stanley Cups in a six-year span.

This week, NBCSN will present Hockey Happy Hour Monday-Thursday from 5-7 p.m. ET, with each show featuring a memorable playoff comeback. Tonight at 5 p.m. ET, NBCSN will present a reunion of current members of the defending 2019 Stanley Cup Champion St. Louis Blues via video conference that is co-hosted by NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen. A 30-minute episode of Our Line Starts, hosted by Liam McHugh, will feature an interview with Arizona Coyotes head coach Rick Tocchet on Thursday at 5 p.m. ET.

NBCSN will also present a 30-minute program on Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET, titled NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show will feature fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Lightning forward Patrick Maroon and Justin Abdelkader of the Red Wings will appear on the debut episode.

This past weekend, NBC Sports released a video essay penned and narrated by seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick, reflecting on the past month without hockey amid the pandemic’s uncertainty, what the sport may look like when it does return, and a profound ‘thank you’ to first responders. You can watch the four-minute video here.

Programming will also stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

DATE	EVENT	TIME	NETWORK
Monday, April 13	St. Louis Blues Reunion	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	St. Louis vs. Boston (2019 Stanley Cup Final, Game 2)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Tuesday, April 14	NHL: Pause and Rewind	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Columbus vs. Tampa Bay (2019 First Round, Game 1)	6 p.m.	NBCSN
Wednesday, April 15	NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Chicago vs. Nashville (2015 First Round, Game 1)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Thursday, April 16	Our Line Starts	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	Pittsburgh vs. Philadelphia (2018 First Round, Game 6)	5:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Saturday, April 18	New Jersey vs. Los Angeles (2012 Stanley Cup Final, Game 6)	3 p.m.	NBC
	New York Rangers vs. Los Angeles (2014 Stanley Cup Final, Game 5)	4:30 p.m.	NBC
Sunday, April 19	Chicago vs. Boston (2013 Stanley Cup Final, Game 6)	3 p.m.	NBC
	Tampa Bay vs. Chicago (2015 Stanley Cup Final, Game 6)	4:30 p.m.	NBC

*All times eastern

MONDAY, APRIL 13

ST. LOUIS BLUES REUNION AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

This week’s NHL programming begins with a 30-minute virtual reunion of current members of the defending 2019 Stanley Cup Champion St. Louis Blues via video conference that is co-hosted by NBC Sports’ Kathryn Tappen.

BLUES-BRUINS (2019 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 2) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

In a back-and-forth first period, the Blues overcame two separate one-goal deficits to tie the game. With no further scoring in regulation, the game went into overtime, where Blues defenseman Carl Gunnarsson netted the game winning goal. The victory was St. Louis’ first-ever in the Cup Final round, and tied the series at 1-1.

Emrick, U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame member Eddie Olczyk and ‘Inside-the-Glass’ analyst Pierre McGuire had the call from TD Garden in Boston, Mass.

TUESDAY, APRIL 14

BLUE JACKETS-LIGHTNING (2019 FIRST ROUND, GAME 1) AT 6 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Entering the Stanley Cup Playoffs after earning the Presidents’ Trophy during the regular season, the Lightning jumped out to a 3-0 advantage in the first period. The Blue Jackets responded by scoring four unanswered goals to overcome the three-goal deficit and win Game 1 on the road, 4-3. The opening game victory set the tone for Columbus’ series sweep.

John Forslund (play-by-play) and McGuire called the Game 1 matchup from Amalie Arena in Tampa, Fla.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15

NHL HAT TRICK TRIVIA HOSTED BY P.K. SUBBAN AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

NBCSN will present a 30-minute program, titled NHL Hat Trick Trivia Hosted by P.K. Subban. Hosted by the New Jersey Devils defenseman, the show will feature fans answering a trio of hockey trivia questions from their homes, along with appearances from NHL players and celebrities, for the chance to win NHL prizes. Featured guests on the debut episode include Lightning forward Patrick Maroon, Justin Abdelkader of the Red Wings and celebrity chef Jeff Mauro.

BLACKHAWKS-PREDATORS (2015 FIRST ROUND, GAME 1) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Chicago’s run to the Stanley Cup in 2015 began with a memorable comeback, as the Blackhawks faced an early 3-0 deficit in Game 1 of their First Round series against the Nashville Predators. Starting goalie Corey Crawford was pulled in favor of Scott Darling, who stopped all 42 shots he faced the remainder of the game. The Hawks scored four unanswered goals, capped by Duncan’s Keith’s double-overtime winner, to claim the early series lead.

Gord Miller (play-by-play) and Joe Micheletti (analyst) called the matchup from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16

OUR LINE STARTS AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

A 30-minute episode of NBC Sports’ weekly NHL podcast, Our Line Starts, hosted by Liam McHugh, will feature an interview with Arizona Coyotes head coach Rick Tocchet.

Our Line Starts is part of NBC Sports’ growing roster of podcasts spanning the NFL, Premier League, NASCAR, and much more. Click here to listen to the show.

PENGUINS-FLYERS (2018 FIRST ROUND, GAME 6) AT 5:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

In a high-scoring affair between these rivals, a player on both teams recorded hat tricks. In a losing effort, Sean Couturier of the Flyers scored three goals, while Jake Guentzel of the Penguins scored four straight goals, helping Pittsburgh turn a 4-2 deficit into an 8-5 victory, which led them to the Second Round.

Forslund, Olczyk, and McGuire had the call from Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18

DEVILS-KINGS (2012 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 6) AT 3 P.M. ET ON NBC

The Kings jumped out to a 3-0 lead, scoring three goals on a five-minute first period power play, and never looked back, holding on for a 6-1 victory over the Devils to capture the series and the franchise’s first-ever Stanley Cup.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the matchup from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, Calif.

RANGERS-KINGS (2014 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 5) AT 4:30 P.M. ET ON NBC

In a role similar to one he played in the 2014 Western Conference Final victory over the Blackhawks, Alec Martinez of the Kings played hero for Los Angeles in Game 5 of the Cup Final, scoring the game-winner in double overtime to defeat the Rangers 3-2 and clinch the Cup. The win marked Los Angeles’s second Stanley Cup in three years.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Stanley Cup action from STAPLES Center.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19

BLACKHAWKS-BRUINS (2013 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 6) AT 3 P.M. ET ON NBC

Trailing the series 3-games-to-2, the Bruins looked like they would force a Game 7 when they took a 2-1 lead late into the 3^rd period of Game 6. But when Chicago’s Bryan Bickell and Dave Bolland scored 17 seconds apart, the Blackhawks shocked Boston to earn a 3-2 victory and clinch the 2013 Cup, their second championship in four years.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Stanley Cup action from TD Garden in Boston, Mass.

LIGHTNING-BLACKHAWKS (2015 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 6) AT 4:30 P.M. ET ON NBC

Behind goals from Conn Smythe Trophy winner Duncan Keith and Patrick Kane as well as a shutout performance by goaltender Corey Crawford, the Blackhawks prevailed 2-0 over the Lightning to clinch the Cup. The victory marked Chicago’s third Stanley Cup in six years and was the first time winning the Cup on home ice since 1938.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Game 7 matchup from United Center in Chicago, Ill.

The remaining Stanley Cup clinching games that will air on NBC in April can be found below:

DATE	EVENT	TIME (ET)
Saturday, April 18	New Jersey vs. Los Angeles (2012)	3 p.m.
	New York Rangers vs. Los Angeles (2014)	4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 19	Chicago vs. Boston (2013)	3 p.m.
	Tampa Bay vs. Chicago (2015)	4:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 25	Pittsburgh vs. San Jose (2016)	3 p.m.
	Pittsburgh vs. Nashville (2017)	4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 26	Washington vs. Vegas (2018)	3 p.m.
	St. Louis vs. Boston (2019)	4:30 p.m.

 

–NBC SPORTS–

NBC Presents Back-to-Back Stanley Cup Final Matchups Between DET-PIT Saturday at 3 p.m. ET

Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on NBC – Original Six Teams Snap Stanley Cup Droughts: CHI-PHI in 2010 and BOS-VAN in 2011

NHL: Pause and Rewind Special to Review 2019-20 Season on Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Four Unsung Playoff Hero Performances on Hockey Happy Hour Monday-Thursday at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Content to Stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports App

STAMFORD, Conn. – April 6, 2020 –NBC Sports will present the 12 most recent Stanley Cup Final clinching games on NBC throughout the month of April, beginning this weekend. Saturday will feature back-to-back Stanley Cup matchups between the Penguins and Red Wings in 2008 and 2009 at 3 p.m. ET. Chicago and Boston, two Original Six teams that snapped Stanley Cup droughts in 2010 and 2011, respectively, will headline Sunday’s doubleheader, starting at 1 p.m. ET on NBC.

This week, NBCSN will present Hockey Happy Hour Monday-Thursday from 5-7 p.m. ET that features four unsung playoff hero performances (Jaden Schwartz, Brock McGinn, Chris Kunitz, and Alec Martinez). On Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET, the day that the Stanley Cup Playoffs were originally scheduled to begin, NBCSN will premiere an hour-long special, NHL: Pause and Rewind, that looks back at the season with NBC Sports commentators and examines #HockeyAtHome during the league’s hiatus with exclusive player interviews.

NBCSN will also present a 30-minute program on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. ET, titled #HockeyAtHome: Episode 1 – NHL Brothers, co-hosted by Kathryn Tappen that features interviews with three sets of brothers in the NHL: Eric, Jordan, and Marc Staal, Brady and Matthew Tkachuk, and Quinn and Jack Hughes.

Programming will also stream on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.

DATE	EVENT	TIME	NETWORK
Monday, April 6	WPG-STL (2019 First Round Game 6, Jaden Schwartz)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
Tuesday, April 7	CAR-WSH (2019 First Round Game 7, Brock McGinn)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	#HockeyAtHome: Episode 1 – NHL Brothers	6:30 p.m.	NBCSN
Wednesday, April 8	OTT-PIT (2017 Eastern Conf. Final Game 7, Chris Kunitz)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	NHL: Pause and Rewind	6 p.m.	NBCSN
Thursday, April 9	NHL: Pause and Rewind (Encore)	5 p.m.	NBCSN
	NYR-LAK (2014 Stanley Cup Final Game 5, Alec Martinez) Final)	6 p.m.	NBCSN
Saturday, April 11	DET-PIT (2008 Stanley Cup Final)	3 p.m.	NBC
	PIT-DET (2009 Stanley Cup Final)	4:30 p.m.	NBC
Sunday, April 12	CHI-PHI (2010 Stanley Cup Final)	1 p.m.	NBC
	BOS-VAN (2011 Stanley Cup Final)	2:30 p.m.	NBC

*All times eastern

MONDAY, APRIL 6

JETS-BLUES (2019 FIRST ROUND, GAME 6 – JADEN SCHWARTZ) AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The Blues, en route to their 2019 Stanley Cup victory, jumped out to a 3-0 advantage in the third period over the Jets in Game 6 behind a hat trick from Jaden Schwartz. Winnipeg rallied back to get within a goal with under a minute remaining, but St. Louis held on to advance to the Second Round. Schwartz led the Blues in goals (12) in the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs after only scoring 11 in the entire regular season.

An interview by Liam McHugh with Blues head coach Craig Berube looking back at the team’s Stanley Cup victory will also be featured.

Brendan Burke (play-by-play) and Ray Ferraro (analyst) called the matchup from Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Mo.

TUESDAY, APRIL 7

HURRICANES-CAPITALS (2019 FIRST ROUND, GAME 7 – BROCK MCGINN) AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The Hurricanes battled the defending Stanley Cup champion Capitals to a Game 7 in the First Round of the 2019 Playoffs. In Game 7 in Washington, Carolina rallied from two separate two-goal deficits to force overtime. In the second overtime period, Brock McGinn netted the winning goal that ended the third longest Game 7 in NHL history.

Seven-time Emmy Award-winner Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick, U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame member Eddie Olczyk and ‘Inside-the-Glass’ analyst Pierre McGuire had the call of Game 7 from Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

#HOCKEYATHOME: EPISODE 1 – NHL BROTHERS AT 6:30 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Kathryn Tappen and Sportsnet host David Amber will co-host a 30-minute program about brothers in the NHL that will be presented on NBCSN at 6:30 p.m. ET. The three sets of brothers interviewed and featured in the program are:

• The Staals (Eric, Jordan, and Marc)
• The Tkachuks (Brady and Matthew)
• The Hughes (Quinn and Jack)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

SENATORS-PENGUINS (2017 EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL, GAME 7 – CHRIS KUNITZ) AT 5 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

Chris Kunitz opened the scoring in the second period of Game 7, his first goal in over three months. After regulation, tied at two goals apiece, Kunitz recorded his third point, and second goal of the game, in double overtime to send the Penguins to the Stanley Cup Finals for the second straight year.

Albert, Olczyk, and McGuire called the matchup from PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pa.

NHL: PAUSE AND REWIND AT 6 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

The premiere of a one-hour special, NHL: Pause and Rewind, will take a look back at this past NHL season as well as how players are spending their time off in the current league hiatus. Highlighted segments will include a look at the current top five teams in each conference, reflecting on the season’s milestones, including Alex Ovechkin’s historic 700 goal accomplishment, as well as revisiting the Blues’ improbable Stanley Cup victory last season.

NBC Sports commentators conducting player interviews and sharing #HockeyAtHome social content will also be featured throughout the program.

THURSDAY, APRIL 9

RANGERS-KINGS (2014 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 5 – ALEC MARTINEZ) AT 6 P.M. ET ON NBCSN

In a role similar to one he played in the 2014 Western Conference Final victory over the Blackhawks, Alec Martinez of the Kings played hero for Los Angeles in Game 5 of the Cup Final, scoring the game-winner in double overtime to defeat the Rangers 3-2 and clinch the Cup.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Stanley Cup action from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, Calif.

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

RED WINGS-PENGUINS (2008 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 6) AT 3 P.M. ET ON NBC

Detroit, seeking its 4^th Stanley Cup in 12 years, led 3-1, following a third goal that Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury inadvertently knocked into his own goal while trying to cover the puck up. Pittsburgh cut the deficit to one late in the third period, and threatened in the closing seconds, but the Red Wings held on to clinch the Cup.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the matchup from Civic Arena in Pittsburgh, Pa.

PENGUINS-RED WINGS (2009 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 7) AT 4:30 P.M. ET ON NBC

In a rematch of the 2008 Stanley Cup Final, the Penguins and Red Wings dueled to a Game 7 in 2009. Pittsburgh jumped out to a 2-0 advantage in Game 7 behind two goals from Maxime Talbot and didn’t look back, holding on for a 2-1 win capped by Fleury’s last-second dramatic save.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the matchup from Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Mich.

SUNDAY, APRIL 12

BLACKHAWKS-FLYERS (2010 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 6) AT 1 P.M. ET ON NBC

In a 4-3 overtime thriller, Patrick Kane netted the Cup-winning extra period goal to propel Chicago to their first Stanley Cup win since 1961. With the victory, the Blackhawks ended the league’s longest active Stanley Cup drought and began their run of three Stanley Cups (2010, 2013, 2015) in six years.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Stanley Cup Final action from Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pa.

BRUINS-CANUCKS (2011 STANLEY CUP FINAL, GAME 7) AT 2:30 P.M. ET ON NBC

In the Bruins’ first-ever Game 7 of a Stanley Cup Final, Boston was victorious 4-0 over Vancouver to capture their first Cup since 1972. Goaltender, and Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Tim Thomas recorded 37 saves and Patrice Bergeron and Brad Marchand each scored two goals for the Bruins.

Emrick, Olczyk, and McGuire called the Game 7 matchup from Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia.

The 12 Stanley Cup Final clinching games that will air on NBC in April can be found below:

DATE	EVENT	TIME (ET)
Saturday, April 11	Detroit vs. Pittsburgh (2008)	3 p.m.
	Pittsburgh vs. Detroit (2009)	4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 12	Chicago vs. Philadelphia (2010)	1 p.m.
	Boston vs. Vancouver (2011)	2:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 18	New Jersey vs. Los Angeles (2012)	3 p.m.
	New York Rangers vs. Los Angeles (2014)	4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 19	Chicago vs. Boston (2013)	3 p.m.
	Tampa Bay vs. Chicago (2015)	4:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 25	Pittsburgh vs. San Jose (2016)	3 p.m.
	Pittsburgh vs. Nashville (2017)	4:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 26	Washington vs. Vegas (2018)	3 p.m.
	St. Louis vs. Boston (2019)	4:30 p.m.

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