The NHL Entry Draft is an annual event where National Hockey League (NHL) teams select young ice hockey talents to join their rosters. Eligible players include North Americans aged 18–20 and European/international players aged 18–21 while others can join as undrafted free agents.
Each year, a total of 224 players are typically drafted in the NHL. This includes selections made over seven rounds, with each of the 32 NHL teams initially allocated one pick per round. However, the exact number of players drafted can vary due to trades and compensatory picks, which may alter the total number of picks made by each team.
NHL Entry Draft Broadcast Networks
The 2024 NHL Draft can be watched on various platforms such as ESPN, NHL Network, Sportsnet, TVA Sports, and on ESPN+.
ESPN and NHL Network typically broadcast the event live for audiences in the United States while Canadian audiences can enjoy the event on Sportsnet and TVA Sports for complete coverage. For those who prefer streaming, ESPN+ offers live streaming of the draft in the U.S., and Sportsnet Now provides a similar service in Canada. Additionally, NHL Live offers streaming for subscribers, making it easy to watch on the go. The NHL’s official website, NHL.com, also provides live streaming and detailed coverage of the draft. Fans can use the NHL App for live updates and highlights. While social media lovers, can keep up with NHL’s social media accounts on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram as they give real-time updates, clips, and behind-the-scenes content.
NHL Entry Draft Schedule
The 2024 NHL Entry Draft will be taking place at the Sphere in Paradise, Nevada on June 28 and 29 2024. The first round will be taking place on June 28 while rounds two to seven will be taking place on June 29.
NHL Entry Draft Tickets
People who want to enjoy the NHl Draft event live can buy the tickets through Ticketmaster, accessible via thesphere.com. Moreover, NHL draft tickets range from $59.63 to $110.09 depending on the section and row.
FAQ's On NHL Entry Draft Broadcast Networks
A. The 2024 NHL Draft can be watched on various platforms. In the United States, ESPN and NHL Network typically broadcast the event live, while Canadian audiences can enjoy the event on Sportsnet and TVA Sports for complete coverage.
A. Yes, American audiences can watch the event on ESPN.
A. Macklin Celebrini is considered as the top prospect heading into the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.
A. The San Jose Sharks won the NHL Draft Lottery and will be having the right to draft the first overall pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft.
A. The NHL Draft will take place at the Sphere in Paradise, Nevada on June 28 and June 29 2024.
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