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NHL Network 
NHL Network logo Launched October 4, 2001 Owned by National Hockey League consortium[1] (58%)
CTV Specialty Television Inc. (21.42%) (via Bell Media)
Insight Sports Ltd. (20.58%)Slogan The Home of Hockey Country Canada Broadcast area National Headquarters Toronto, Ontario Sister channel(s) NHL Network USA Website NHL Network Availability Satellite Bell TV Channel 421 Shaw Direct Channel 465 Cable Available on many Canadian cable systems Check local listings IPTV Bell Aliant TV Channel 108 Bell Fibe TV Channel 448 MTS Channel 193 Optik TV Channel 118 SaskTel Channel 123 NHL Network is a Canadian English language Category B specialty television channel broadcasting ice hockey programming. The channel's primary focus is on the National Hockey League (NHL), although it occasionally airs games from other leagues, such as minor league and international circuits, to fill its schedule.
The channel is owned by The NHL Network Inc., a venture consisting of a consortium from the National Hockey League,[1] CTV Specialty Television Inc., and Insight Sports Ltd.
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History
In November 2000, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) granted approval to former NHL executive Jim Gregory on behalf of a corporation to be incorporated (formed later as The NHL Network Inc.) to launch The Hockey Channel, described as "a national English-language Category 2 specialty television dedicated exclusively to all aspects of the game of hockey".[2] The channel launched on October 4, 2001 as NHL Network.[3]
Logos
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Silver logo used from 2005 - 2007. Original logo from 2001 - 2005 used original NHL logo colours; black and orange
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Logo used from 2007 - 2009
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Current logo (2009 - present)
Programming
NHL Network features a variety of programming related to ice hockey, primarily from the NHL, including live and tape-delayed games from present and past seasons, documentaries, news and analysis series, and more.
Programs
- NHL on the Fly – The network's signature show, airing nightly during the regular season. Features news and reports, interviews, and constant updates and live segments from games in progress with hosts Dan Pollard and Brian Duff. Also features analysis from ex-coach Gary Green and former players Dave Reid, Larry Murphy, Kevin Weekes, Bob Errey, Bill Berg, Mike Johnson, and former Calgary Flames general manager Craig Button.
- NHL Live! – A television simulcast of the XM Satellite Radio show NHL Live!. Airs Monday to Friday from noon to 2 p.m. and is rebroadcast from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Top 10 – A nightly countdown show of anything hockey, from great performances to memorable moments.
- Frozen in Time – A look back at the NHL's greatest moments from players, teams, and special events.
- Classic Series – A collection of highlights from a past Stanley Cup Playoffs series. Airs daily.
- Vintage Games – A whole NHL game from the past aired in its entirety.
- NHL All Access – A behind-the-scenes look at the NHL, featuring exclusive game coverage, interviews with players, and much more.
- NHL Cool Shots – A behind-the-scenes look at NHL players and their lives away from the rink.
- NHL on the Fly: Final – A wrap-up of the all the day's games. Airs nightly following NHL on the Fly.
Live games
- NHL games – Live coverage of 40-plus games throughout the season, including four "Fan Favourite" games.
Special Event Coverage
- NHL Winter Classic – Complimentary coverage of the outdoor games held on New Year's Day in 2008 (at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, New York), 2009 (at Wrigley Field in Chicago), and 2010 (at Fenway Park in Boston).
- National Hockey League All-Star Game – Complimentary coverage including Coach’s Round Table, Meet the Young Stars, East and West practices, All-Star media availability, Red Carpet Saturday, and All-Star pre-game live from the dressing rooms.
- NHL Entry Draft – Complimentary coverage of Round 1 on Friday and live exclusive coverage of Rounds 2-7 on Saturday.
See also
References
- ^ a b Consortium ownership per CRTC ownership charts: National Hockey League - 20%; Ottawa Senators, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames - 26.67% each
- ^ Decision CRTC 2000-601 CRTC 2000-12-14
- ^ ESPN MediaZone Canada website
External links
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