The NHL All-Star Game is an exhibition ice hockey tournament typically conducted within the National Hockey League (NHL) regular season. It features star players competing against each other, with the game's proceeds supporting the players' pension fund. The victorious team receives a $1,000,000 prize, which is directed towards a charity of their choosing.
Scheduled for February 3, the 2024 National Hockey League All-Star Game is set to unfold at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Marking a unique blend of formats, this year's event combines the four-team, three-on-three format utilized since 2016 with the "fantasy draft" format employed from 2011 to 2015. The much-anticipated fantasy draft is scheduled for NHL All-Star Thursday, February 1, followed by the thrilling NHL All-Star Skills Competition on February 2, with the All-Star game taking place on February 3.
NHL All-Star Schedule
The NHL All-Star weekend in 2024 features an exciting scheme of events, beginning with the All-Star Draft on Thursday, February 1, at 6:00 p.m. ET at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena. The captains will select their teams in a televised event on ESPN2. On Friday, February 2, at 7:00 p.m. ET, the All-Star Skills Competition takes center stage, showcasing the talents of 12 players in events such as fastest skater, hardest shot, and stickhandling.
This competition will be broadcasted on ESPN, with streaming available on ESPN+. The culmination of the weekend is the 3-on-3 NHL All-Star Game on Saturday, February 3, at 3:00 p.m. ET, on ABC (will air live) and on ESPN+ (for streaming).
NHL All-Star Game Time
The NHL All-Star Game Weekend kicks off on February 1, 2024, at 6:00 PM ET at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, marking the beginning of a thrilling hockey-packed weekend.
The excitement will continue with the NHL All-Star Skills presented by DraftKings Sportsbook on February 2, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM ET, where the league's top players showcase their talents in various competitions.
The main event, the NHL All-Star Game, takes center stage on February 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET, at the Scotiabank Arena. Fans can anticipate intense action as the best players face off in this highly anticipated exhibition game, promising a weekend filled with remarkable displays of skill and sportsmanship.
NHL All-Star Game Format
The NHL All-Star Game in 2024 follows a format that includes a four-team, 3-on-3 tournament. The tournament takes place at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena on Saturday, February 3, at 3:00 p.m. ET. Two teams will play 20 minutes of 3-on-3 hockey, followed by the other two teams. At the 10-minute mark, the teams will change sides, and the goalies will switch.
In the case of tie games, shootouts will be used to determine the winner. The winners of the semifinal matchups will then face off in the championship game. The victorious team in the championship game will split a $1 million prize. This format adds an exciting and fast-paced element to the All-Star Game, showcasing the skills of some of the NHL's top players in a unique and entertaining setting.
NHL All-Star Skills Competition format
The NHL All-Star Skills Competition in 2024 will feature a revamped format with a focus on individual and team challenges. The event takes place on Friday, February 2, at 7:00 p.m. ET at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena. Here's a breakdown of the format:
There are six events in total - fastest skater, hardest shot, stickhandling, one-timers, passing challenge, and accuracy shooting.
Participants: Twelve skaters will participate in four of the six events. The participants include elite players selected from various NHL teams.
Scoring: For each event, five points are awarded to the winner, with points decreasing to zero for the sixth-place finisher.
Shootout Challenge: The top eight skaters from the initial events will take part in a shootout challenge. Skaters can choose the goalie they want to face. This event is crucial as it leads to the accumulation of points.
Obstacle Course: The top six remaining skaters will engage in an obstacle course, with points in this event counting double. The skater with the most points at the end of the night earns a substantial $1 million prize.
NHL All-Star Skills Competition Participants
The twelve participating players are given as follows:
David Pastrnak
Nathan MacKinnon
Cale Makar
Leon Darisaiti
Connor McDavid
Mathew Barzal
Nikita Kucherov
Austin Matthews
William Nylander
Quinn Hughes
J.T. Miller
Elias Pettersson
NHL All-Star Game Date
The NHL All-Star Game weekend in 2024 is scheduled to take place from Thursday, Feb. 1, to Saturday, Feb. 3. The All-Star Draft is set for Thursday, Feb. 1, at 6:00 p.m. ET, and the Skills Competition will be held on Friday, Feb. 2, at 7:00 p.m. ET, and the 3-on-3 NHL All-Star Game is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 3, at 3:00 p.m. ET. These events will be hosted at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena.
NHL All-Star Game Location
The 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend will take place from Thursday, February 1, to Saturday, February 3, at Scotiabank Arena, the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs. This event marks Toronto as the host for the first time since hosting the All-Star game in 2000 and is its ninth time overall.
The weekend will feature various exciting events, including the All-Star Draft, Skills Competition, and the 3-on-3 NHL All-Star Game.
NHL All-Star Game
The NHL All-Star Game stands as a marquee event in professional hockey, bringing together the league's top talents for a spectacular showcase. Scheduled for February 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, this exhibition game features an intense face-off between the best players, divided into four teams.
The teams are captained by Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers), Auston Matthews (Toronto Maple Leafs), Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche), and co-captained by brothers Jack Hughes (New Jersey Devils) and Quinn Hughes (Vancouver Canucks) respectively. The draft, set for February 1, 2024, will determine the final rosters as captains and alternate captains make their selections.
NHL All-Star Draft
The NHL All-Star Draft is where team captains and alternate captains select players to form their respective teams for the All-Star Game. Scheduled for February 1, 2024, the draft will feature captains Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers) and Auston Matthews (Toronto Maple Leafs), along with alternate captains Morgan Rielly, Leon Draisaitl, and Cale Makar. Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche) will captain the third team, while brothers Jack Hughes (New Jersey Devils) and Quinn Hughes (Vancouver Canucks) will co-captain the fourth team.
Despite Jack Hughes being unable to play due to injury, he will participate in assisting his brother Quinn during the players' draft. Adding an extra layer of excitement, each team will be joined by a celebrity co-captain: Justin Bieber for Team Matthews, Will Arnett for Team McDavid, Tate McRae for Team MacKinnon, and Michael Bublé for Team Hughes.
NHL All-Star Roster
The rosters for the NHL All-Star Game in 2024 were determined through a draft and included players from various teams. Here are the teams and selected players for the 2024 NHL All-Star Game:
Team Matthews:
- Captain: Auston Matthews (Toronto Maple Leafs)
- Assistant Captain: Morgan Rielly (Toronto Maple Leafs)
- Celebrity Captain: Justin Bieber
Team McDavid:
- Captain: Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers)
- Assistant Captain: Leon Draisaitl (Edmonton Oilers)
- Celebrity Captain: Will Arnett
Team MacKinnon:
- Captain: Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche)
- Assistant Captain: Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
- Celebrity Captain: Tate McRae
Team Hughes:
- Co-Captains: Jack Hughes (New Jersey Devils) and Quinn Hughes (Vancouver Canucks)
- Assistant Captain: Elias Pettersson (Vancouver Canucks)
- Celebrity Captain: Michael Bublé
(Note: Jack Hughes is injured and won't play)
The captains and assistant captains chose the remaining nine players for their respective teams, including two goalies. Some players were named as injury replacements, and notable players such as Connor Bedard, Jack Eichel, and Jack Hughes did not participate in the All-Star Game due to injury.
Who are the coaches for the NHL All-Star Game?
The coaches for the NHL All-Star Game are Peter Laviolette ( New York Rangers), Jim Montgomery ( Boston Bruins), Rick Bowness ( Winnipeg Jets), and Rick Tocchet ( Vancouver Canucks).
These coaches were selected based on their respective divisions' winning percentages at the halfway point of the season. Peter Laviolette is coaching for the fourth time, while Jim Montgomery and Rick Tocchet are coaching for the second time. Rick Bowness is making his All-Star coaching debut.
NHL All-Star Jerseys
The NHL and Adidas revealed the jerseys for the 2024 NHL All-Star Game, set to take place at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto on February 3.
These jerseys were designed in collaboration with Drew House, a fashion brand co-founded by global superstar Justin Bieber. In contrast to previous seasons when teams were divided by division, the 2024 All-Star Weekend introduced the Tim Hortons NHL All-Star Player Draft, where All-Star players and celebrity captains picked four teams of 11 from the selected All-Star Game players. The jerseys come in four versions, each representing one of the All-Star teams, featuring vibrant colors of blue, red, yellow, and white. The collection reflects a culturally relevant streetwear partnership with the NHL All-Star Game, incorporating team shoulder patches respecting the tradition of each NHL club.
The jerseys showcase the iconic NHL shield with bubble letters and enlarged dimensions, and the crest is one of the largest ever on an NHL jersey at 22 inches high. The jerseys are available for purchase through various online outlets, including adidas.com, NHLShop.com, and Fanatics' network of online stores. The design aims to bring a bold, fashion-forward look to NHL jerseys, complementing the youthfulness and classic style of the young NHL talent participating in the event.
NHL All-Star Game Prize
The prize for the NHL All-Star Game winner is a financial reward that is typically a cash incentive. The winning team of the 3-on-3 tournament will receive a cash prize of $1 million, which will be donated to a charity of their choosing.
FAQ's on NHL All-Star
A. The 2024 NHL All-Star Game features a unique format combining the four-team, three-on-three style used since 2016 with the "fantasy draft" format from 2011 to 2015. Teams will be selected through the Tim Hortons NHL All-Star Player Draft.
A. The 2024 NHL All-Star Game is scheduled for February 3 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, home of the Toronto Maple Leafs.
A. The NHL All-Star weekend includes the All-Star Draft on February 1, where captains select their teams, the Skills Competition on February 2, showcasing various individual and team challenges, and the 3-on-3 NHL All-Star Game on February 3.
A. The jerseys for the 2024 NHL All-Star Game are designed in collaboration with Drew House, a fashion brand co-founded by Justin Bieber. The jerseys feature vibrant colors and include four versions, each representing one of the All-Star teams.
A. The prize for the winning team of the 3-on-3 tournament in the 2024 NHL All-Star Game is a $1 million cash incentive, however the amount will directed towards a charity of the winning team’s choice.
