ABC Hockey Saturday is the Saturday-branded NHL game franchise on ABC, part of the network’s seven-year NHL broadcast rights deal with ESPN and the Walt Disney Company that runs from the 2021–22 through the 2027–28 seasons. The franchise launched on February 26, 2022, giving ABC a consistent weekly identity for its NHL coverage and turning the network into a reliable destination for hockey fans.
Each Saturday broadcast typically features afternoon and evening games showcasing the league’s marquee teams and rivalries. The 2025–26 season features a 16-game package running from January 3 through April 11, 2026, including several doubleheaders and a tripleheader on April 11. Games are also simulcast on ESPN+ and available via the ESPN App, making the franchise accessible to both traditional TV viewers and streaming audiences.
Beyond the regular season, ABC Hockey Saturday feeds into ABC’s broader Stanley Cup Playoff coverage; the network exclusively broadcasts the Stanley Cup Final in even-numbered years. The broadcast serves as the exclusive home for other prestigious NHL special events, including the NHL All-Star Game and the NHL Stadium Series.
Studio coverage is anchored by Steve Levy, with Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier and former NHL All-Star P.K. Subban serving as lead analysts. Sean McDonough handles lead play-by-play duties, with Bob Wischusen as the second play-by-play voice and Ray Ferraro as lead colour commentator. Emily Kaplan leads rinkside reporting, while John Buccigross and Arda Öcal serve as alternate studio hosts throughout the season.
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