In a significant announcement, NHL Network has unveiled its detailed coverage plan for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. This event marks the return of NHL players to the Olympic Games, generating excitement among fans and players alike.
NHL Network’s On-Site Coverage of Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics
Throughout the Olympics, NHL Tonight™ will provide daily recaps and highlights from the NHL regular season. The show will also include insightful analyses and previews as the season resumes.
Key Programming Details
- Hosts: Jamison Coyle will anchor the coverage from Milano, Italy. He will be joined by analyst Jason Demers, a former Team Canada Olympian.
- Coverage Start Date: NHL Tonight: Milano Cortina 2026 Preview Show will air on February 10, 2026, at 6 p.m. ET.
- Men’s Ice Hockey Tournament Details: Coverage begins February 11, airing daily at 6 p.m. ET until February 24. The Recap Show will be broadcast on February 23 at 6 p.m. ET.
Analysis Programming
Leading up to the Olympics, NHL Network will present the NHL Tonight: First Half Recap Show on February 6, focusing on the first part of the NHL season. Following the Olympics, the NHL Tonight: Second Half Preview Show will air on February 24.
Return to Regular Season Programming
Once the Olympics conclude, NHL Network will resume its full programming lineup. This includes shows like NHL Tonight: First Shift, NHL Now, and On The Fly, starting February 25.
This programming strategy ensures fans have comprehensive coverage of not only the Olympics but also crucial regular-season developments leading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
