Sportsnet Inks Montreal Canadiens Broadcast Deal

Sportsnet have signed a three-year broadcast rights agreement with the Montreal Canadiens, order becoming the official English-language regional television rights holder.

The new agreement begins this season and includes 42 regional games.  When combined with the national package of 40 Canadiens games, the NHL on Sportsnet will deliver to fans all 82 regular season games across nine channels including CBC, City, Sportsnet (East, Ontario, West, and Pacific), Sportsnet ONE, Sportsnet 360 and FX Canada.  

“The Canadiens are one of the most storied franchises in all of sports,” said Scott Moore, President, Sportsnet and NHL, Rogers. “Today’s agreement, combined with our national package, allows us to serve Eastern Canada and connect Habs fans to their beloved team by creating a one-stop-shop to watch all of the games.” 

“The Montreal Canadiens are pleased to have concluded an English-language regional broadcasting agreement with Sportsnet that will enable a greater number of Habs hockey fans in the province of Quebec and in Eastern Canada to see the Canadiens in action,” said Kevin Gilmore, Canadiens’ Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

“Over the years, Sportsnet has acquired a strong reputation with the quality of their hockey broadcasts and this agreement will continue to enhance the hockey experience on television for our fans.”