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Get ready to take in the action on the ice like never before! 🏒 We could not be more excited to announce that our in-play National Hockey League (NHL) markets have gone live with Caesars Sportsbook & Casino this week. For the first time ever, fans of the NHL will have the ability to wager on nine different micro-betting markets throughout the remainder of the season and beyond. 🗣Our CEO Chris Bevilacqua had this to say: “The launch of our NHL product marks another massive accomplishment for the entire Simplebet team, We have always believed there was untapped potential when it came to in-play betting in such a popular, global league like the NHL, and the nine brand new in-play markets we are delivering this year will prove that. As we have seen with other sports, our micro-markets are driving incremental engagement and consumption of live sporting events. We look forward to creating a new way for fans to interact with the NHL for the remainder of this season.” Learn more about the launch of this product from Sports Handle: https://lnkd.in/ecABjHpG

If you're a sports fan, then this article of how NHL teams chose their team names, then this quick read is for you (even if you're not a die hard hockey fan). Once read, which is your favorite backstory for the team name?

Since the 2004-2005 lockout season, the NHL has faced a significant challenge in keeping pace with the salaries and endorsement dollars enjoyed by other major leagues like the NBA, NFL, and MLB. While hockey has remained a beloved sport with passionate fans, it has often lagged behind in financial recognition. However, we are finally beginning to see a shift! Corporations are starting to invest more in marketing with the NHL, and it's evident in the recent surge of large contracts and endorsement deals. This uptick not only reflects a growing recognition of the league's potential but also signals a brighter, more lucrative future for players and teams alike. As the NHL continues to evolve, I’m excited to see how this newfound investment will enhance the sport's profile, attract fresh talent, and engage a broader audience. Here's to a thriving future for hockey! #NHL #Hockey #Salaries #Endorsements #Marketing #SportsBusiness #SportsAdvisor #PrivateBanking

In most sports, there are fervent debates among fans and media members about the Greatest Of All Time. In hockey, the debate is about who is second best, because there is no debate about the top spot: it’s Wayne Gretzky. In honor of “The Great One,” Upper Deck released a collection of exclusive memorabilia – gallery prints, game-used pucks, and jerseys – celebrating the 40th anniversary since Gretzky and the Oilers snagged their first Stanley Cup in ‘84. From the moment he made it to the NHL, it was clear Gretzky was special — though he really didn’t make it onto the average sports fan’s radar until he was traded to Los Angeles in 1988. By then, he had already led the league in scoring five times, led in assists nine times, and lifted the Stanley Cup four times. And he still had more than a decade of dominance that would follow. When Gretzky retired, he had set 61 NHL records. Twenty-five years later, he still holds 58. Many of them will stand for decades before anyone even gets close. Sports evolve fast, especially when a particular style of play dominates. Hockey has gotten faster-paced and higher scoring — the types of conditions that would lead to more players putting up Gretzky-like numbers. And yet, he stands alone. Nearly half a century later, his star has not dimmed. If anything, he shines brighter than ever with the knowledge that he may truly be untouchable. Learn more about the 40th-anniversary collection below or check out the Upper Deck Store. #hockey #sportsbusiness #innovation #greatness

🏒 National Hockey League (NHL) playoffs First Round averaged 2.3M viewers across North America (US and Canada), up 6% from last year's first round. 🏒 8.8M viewers watched Game 7 between the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs, the most watched First Round game on record and second most non-Stanley Cup Final game on record. 🏒 In the broader picture, this growth in NHL fan engagement is at the forefront of broader expansion within the Hockey ecosystem: - PWHL has set attendance and viewership records throughout the season - ECHL Inc. just approved expansion to Bloomington, IL in January - NCAA hockey is becoming more popular and diverse, alumni playing in the NHL has grown 55%, including 327 former college hockey players making NHL rosters for the 2018-19 season For individuals building careers ins sports, growth in fan engagement (NHL playoff viewership) and grassroots (women's leagues, minor leagues, and college) represents a powerful combination, and paves the way for career opportunities across functions. __ 🔗 Full story: https://lnkd.in/dHxAxgT6 ⭐️ Explore 400+ open jobs in Hockey on TeamWork Online, including 7 jobs at the NHL League Office itself: https://lnkd.in/dJcTwmzi What has been your experience with hockey?

The National Hockey League (NHL) Signs a multiyear deal with New Era Cap New Era’s relationship with the NHL dates back to the ’90s, when the organisations were connected through their shared ties to the Buffalo Sabres and this new deal will allow them to produce and distribute headwear and apparel for the league and its 32 teams globally beginning with the 2024-25 NHL season. Christopher H. Koch, CEO of New Era said: “This partnership brings together two global brands, working together to grow a global game,”.. “While we have been working with individual clubs for decades, we are excited for our new agreement with the league and look forward to creating special moments for fans and players in North America and around the world.” Brian Jennings, NHL chief brand officer and senior executive vice president said: “For decades, New Era has maintained a strong brand presence in the hockey consumer products landscape by combining an authentic appreciation for the game with a deep understanding of what’s igniting change culturally,”... “With this expanded partnership, we are excited for the global opportunities ahead.” As the world’s top professional hockey league, the NHL attracts athletes and fans from countries around the globe. Similarly, New Era Cap has expanded dramatically in recent decades, building a strong and vibrant presence across multiple continents. Together, they will work collaboratively to engage fans across the U.S., Canada and abroad. The NHL, attracting global athletes and fans, and New Era Cap, with a strong international presence, will collaborate to engage fans in the U.S., Canada, and worldwide. Full article: https://lnkd.in/dQ9_Ngbq

Professional hockey is at an inflection point 🏒 2,541 Miles. That’s the distance the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers travel back-n-forth to face each other in the NHL Finals, setting a new record for the longest distance ever traveled between two teams in the Stanley Cup Finals. The 2024 NHL Finals have captivated viewers, setting record-breaking TV ratings and some of the highest attendance numbers in history. With 15+ teams operating at 100% capacity, or 97% capacity across the 36 host arenas, it's clear that professional hockey is at an all-time high. Looking ahead, the NHL is gearing up for the in-season 2025 NHL 4 Nations Face-Off, building on off increased fan engagement. Team sponsorship revenue surged by 23% year-over-year during the 2022-23 season, and another 10% during the 2023-2024 season, outpacing many other major U.S. sports leagues. These upward trends are expected to continue to expand the NHL’s fanbase (internationally) and continue to grow sponsorship and investment opportunities in the future. 💭 It will be interesting to see how the NHL can leverage this momentum for future growth and how investors can be a part of it.  #privatecredit #privateequity #sportsmediaentertainment

How Important Is a Strong Start in the NHL? Tracking how the best (and worst) teams in the first month of recent seasons have fared by the end of it. During the first month of an NHL season, we often hear the phrase “It’s early, but (insert talking point).” For that reason, let’s take a look at how important (or unimportant) coming out of the gates red-hot is for a team’s long-term standing. https://lnkd.in/eYMR7gBG

MLB & NHL Links to English Football Clubs American Sports - League Valuations *MLB $79bn *NHL $57.3bn *NFL $190bn *NBA $90bn Annual Revenue Comparison *MLB $14bn *NHL $4.5bn *NFL $25bn *NBA $12bn MLB Specifics: *Ave team value: $2.64bn *MVP New York Yankees $7.5bn *Least valuable - Miami Marlins $1bn *MLB average team value increased 4% 2024 *League revenue rose 10% 2023, averaging $378m per team NHL Specifics: *Ave team value $1.92bn *MVP Toronto Maple Leafs at $4bn *Least valuable - Columbus Blue Jackets $1bn *NHL average team value increased 15% 2024 *All 32 NHL teams are profitable Link To English Football Clubs *Arctos Sports has indirect stakes in both Liverpool & Palace *Investments in 6 MLB franchises: Dodgers, Cubs, Red Sox, Giants, Padres & Astro and Four NHL franchises, Penguins, Wild, Devils & Lightening *FSG acquired Red Sox in 2002 for $380m *FSG (New England Sports Ventures) brought the Sox, Fenway Park & 80% of the New England Sports Network *2021 FSG acquired a controlling interest in NHL Franchise Pittsburgh Penguins, valued $900m at time *2016 William Foley paid $500m for the Vegas Golden Knights, 2023 they won the Stanley Cup *2024 valued at $1.77bn, 36% increase on 2023 * At 78yrs entered the MCO space acquiring 4 clubs in 2yrs *Stan Kronke 1999 founded Kroenke Sports & Entertainment *2000 purchased both NHL's Colorado Avalanche & NBA's Nuggets from Ascent Entertainment Group for $450m *2024 Stan net worth $20bn taking him into Forbes top 100 *2022 SilverLake acquired Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) *SilverLake manages $88bn worth of assets *DBH owns and operates select Minor League Baseball (MiLB) clubs & Leagues affiliated with Major League Baseball (MLB) *206 teams in MiLB *DBH directly owns 41 teams adding 20 since 2023 *2005 Mark Attanasio purchased The Milwaukee Brewers for $223m *2022 Mark acquired 40.4% of Norwich City through Norfolk FB Holdings *2024 Mark agreed to increase his stake to around 85%, TBC April 2025 *Josh Harris and David Blitzer founded HBSE 2017 *HBSE valued at $11.86bn 2024 *HBSE owns stakes in NHL Devils and Blitzer owns 25% in MLB Cleveland Guardians *The Dodgers are owned by Guggenheim Baseball Management, a consortium led by Mark Walter, who bought the Dodgers for $2bn 2012 *Mark owns 12.8% in Chelsea *SilverLake own 10% Madison Square Garden (MSG) which owns NewYork Rangers. Aston Villa Naseef Sawiris owns 6.3% of MSG *Bright Path Sports Partners purchased 40% of Ipswich for £105, March 2024 *Sam Simon is a primary funder for Bright Path through Simon Group Holdings  *Simon Holdings own West Coast Hockey League & Halifax Moosehead’s *Peter Freund purchased Dag & Red FC in 2018, (Tim Howard including) *Freud owns several MiLB teams including Memphis Redbirds, Trenton Thunder, Williamsport Crosscutters & Charleston Dirty Birds *Freud invests in New York Yankees *Sold stake in Dag & Red May 24 to MCO group North Sixth #Multisportsownership #footballbusiness #footballfinance

The only thing more impressive than the players' soon-to-be-grown playoff beards is the total at the bottom of the NHL balance sheet this year. ▪ The NHL playoffs are kicking off this weekend, but the league is already set to walk away as the real winner — though it won’t be hoisting a silver cup — after raking in a record US$6.2 billion this season thanks to a number of lucrative sponsorship deals.    ▪ The NHL has long been the underperforming younger sibling of the four major sports leagues, but thanks to some savvy dealmaking and marketing (and top-tier talent on the ice), the league is reaping the rewards of appealing to a wider demographic. More on this here: https://lnkd.in/g53PqzCt