NHL news: NHL’s next media agreement will test the league’s strength
According to CNBC estimates, National media rights for the NHL right now make up around 13% of its annual revenue, which is roughly $8 billion. ESPN has access to 100 exclusive games for the 2026-27 season in its current agreement.
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On the NHL news front, according to CNBC estimates, National media rights for the NHL right now make up around 13% of its annual revenue, which is roughly $8 billion. ESPN has access to 100 exclusive games for the 2026-27 season in its current agreement.
Key points
- The NHL also renewed its TV rights agreement in Canada just last year with Rogers Communications.
- The Stanley Cup averaged 5.2 million viewers — the biggest audience since 2019.
- The last "4 Nations Face-Off" game — 2025's American vs. Canada final — drew 9.3 million viewers.
Inside the NHL news story
The Stanley Cup averaged 5.2 million viewers — the biggest audience since 2019. The last "4 Nations Face-Off" game — 2025's American vs. Canada final — drew 9.3 million viewers. The NHL also renewed its TV rights agreement in Canada just last year with Rogers Communications, scoring an increase of upwards of 100% annually when adjusting for currency fluctuations.
Why NHL news matters for traders
News that changes the outlook for growth, inflation or interest rates can move currencies, bonds, commodities and stocks. Traders weigh each headline for what it means for central-bank policy and risk appetite.
Unexpected developments often lead to higher volatility, so position sizing and risk management become especially important around breaking news.
Market reaction and data
Crypto prices at the time of writing, from Binance spot data (2026-11-13 11:41 UTC):
| Asset | Last price (USDT) | 24h change | 24h high | 24h low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin (BTC) | 69,307.10 | -5.15% | 73,152.01 | 67,568.00 |
| Ethereum (ETH) | 1,961.09 | -3.50% | 2,032.14 | 1,895.95 |
| Cardano (ADA) | 0.1715 | -0.41% | 0.1757 | 0.166 |
On the currency side, the latest ECB daily reference rates (2026-11-12) show AUD/USD 0.6821, USD/CAD 1.4249. These are reference fixes, not live quotes.
What to watch next for NHL news
Traders will look for follow-up statements, official data and the reaction in major currency pairs, gold and stock indices.
Key scheduled releases on the economic calendar:
- USD Core PPI m/m on Fri Nov 13, 13:30 UTC, forecast 0.3%, previous 0.7%
- USD PPI m/m on Fri Nov 13, 13:30 UTC, forecast 0.4%, previous 1.3%
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FAQ
What is the latest NHL news news?
According to CNBC estimates, National media rights for the NHL right now make up around 13% of its annual revenue, which is roughly $8 billion.
How should traders react to breaking news?
Wait for confirmation from reliable sources, watch how prices react around key levels and manage risk carefully, as spreads and volatility can rise sharply.
Where does this information come from?
This report is based on coverage from CNBC Top News, checked against market data where available. It is a summary for information only and not investment advice.
Risk warning: This article is for information only and is not investment advice. Trading forex, CFDs, stocks and crypto carries a high risk of losing money. Prices move fast – check live quotes before you trade.
