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After a 22‑year run on Hockey Night in Canada, former NHL goaltender Kelly Hrudey has announced that his contract with Rogers Sportsnet will not be renewed, closing a chapter in the show’s history amid sweeping broadcast changes.
The end of CBC's Hockey Night in Canada marks the close of a nearly 75‑year tradition, sparking reflection on its cultural significance and the shifting media landscape.
The iconic Saturday night hockey broadcast that defined Canadian living for generations has ended, sparking nostalgia, debate and a new direction for public broadcasting.
The beloved broadcast series that defined Canadian hockey for generations is concluding after its partnership with Rogers Sportsnet ended, raising questions about the future of the brand and the next chapter for the networks involved.
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation has announced the termination of its long‑standing Hockey Night in Canada telecast, citing a failed agreement with Rogers Sportsnet. The move affects viewers in Metro Detroit who relied on CBC for Saturday night NHL games, while Sportsnet will continue to air the contests amid growing criticism over the loss of free access.
A historic broadcasting partnership concludes as Rogers secures a 12‑year, $11‑billion agreement to cover all NHL games across multiple platforms, leaving the future of the iconic Hockey Night in Canada brand uncertain.
The iconic Saturday night broadcast will leave the CBC after nearly seven decades, as Rogers retains the Hockey Night in Canada brand following an expired licensing agreement.
After a landmark $11 billion agreement, Rogers Communications will become the sole broadcaster of the NHL in Canada, ushering in a new era for hockey coverage and marking the end of CBC's long‑standing 'Hockey Night in Canada' tradition.
On June 16, 2026, CBC announced the end of its NHL broadcast partnership, shifting the iconic "Hockey Night in Canada" to Rogers Sportsnet.