Articles Tagged ‘NHL’

New head named at CBC Sports

Greg Stremlaw will lead the broadcaster’s new sports strategy focused on multiplatform sports journalism, amateur sports and marquee event collaborations.

EA Sports, TSN go live for NHL 16 event

This season’s top rookies, Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel, squared-off in a EA Sports NHL 16 battle across TSN platforms.

Bell Media revenue down in Q2

Ad revenues are down for the company’s media business, but parent co BCE posted a 25% increase in profit.

NHL and MLB team up for digital deal

The unusual partnership will see the MLB’s Advanced Media division share tech across the NHL’s digital platforms.

TVA Group posts second quarter loss

TV and print ad softness lead to a net loss, but the company recorded growth in its sports division.

NHL deal contributes to Rogers Media Q2 revenue increase

While overall profits dipped, the company’s media division saw revenue growth related to NHL, Sportsnet, the Jays and Next Media Canada.

Quebecor wants the Nordiques back in Quebec City

The telco has put its hand up as interested in announced expansion plans for the NHL.

TVA Group posts Q1 loss following NHL deal

The media co reported a $14.7 million loss for the quarter ending March 31.

NHL Playoffs get Canadian boost

Ratings for the first round are up by double digits.

Rogers bets World Cup of Hockey will beat World Juniors

Sportsnet president Scott Moore is betting the tournament will post top numbers in 2016, when it returns with Rogers and TVA as exclusive rights holders in Canada.

Rogers Q4 earnings drop, despite higher overall revenues

Gains in revenue from NHL licensing deal and Sportsnet properties offset continuing softness in print and TV advertising.

Honda’s year-round sponsorship plan

The brand’s newly expanded NHL sponsorship gives the car co a presence with Canadians all year.

BCE issues complaint against Rogers hockey app

The media co has filed a complaint with the CRTC saying new extensions to the Rogers NHL GameCentre Live app violate competitive regulations.

Sportsnet hits audience record with Leafs home opener

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ first home game against the Montreal Canadiens pulled in an average audience of 2.01 million.

A guide to NHL changes in Canada

With the puck now dropped on a new NHL season, a recap of how changes over the last year have impacted the league’s broadcasts in Canada.