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The new national TV partnership will elevate the Nashville Predators’ brand and bring their exciting brand of hockey to fans across the country.Today in Nashville
The Nashville Predators and Scripps Sports have reached a multi-year agreement to air Predators games nationally across Scripps’ portfolio of television networks. The deal will provide Predators fans expanded access to watch their team’s games, while also growing the team’s brand and fanbase across the country.
Why it matters
This partnership is a significant win for the Predators, giving them a national media platform to showcase their team and attract new fans beyond their local market. It also strengthens Scripps’ position in the competitive sports broadcasting landscape, adding a popular NHL franchise to their programming lineup.
The details
Under the terms of the agreement, Scripps Sports will air a minimum of 60 Predators regular season games per year across its networks, which include ABC, ESPN, and regional sports channels. The deal also includes rights for Scripps to produce and distribute Predators pre-game, post-game, and ancillary content across its digital and social media platforms.
The multi-year agreement between the Predators and Scripps Sports was announced on April 7, 2026.The partnership will begin with the 2026-27 NHL regular season.
The players
Nashville Predators
A professional ice hockey team based in Nashville, Tennessee and a member of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Scripps Sports
The sports division of The E.W. Scripps Company, a media conglomerate that owns and operates television stations, radio stations, and other media properties across the United States.
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What they’re saying
“We’re thrilled to partner with the Nashville Predators to bring their exciting brand of hockey to a national audience. This deal aligns perfectly with our strategy to expand Scripps Sports’ portfolio of premier live sports rights.”
— Brian Lawlor, President of Local Media, The E.W. Scripps Company
“Partnering with a respected media company like Scripps Sports will allow us to grow our fanbase and elevate the Predators brand across the country. We look forward to working together to deliver an exceptional viewing experience for hockey fans nationwide.”
— Sean Henry, President and CEO, Nashville Predators
What’s next
The partnership will begin with the start of the 2026-27 NHL regular season, providing Predators fans expanded access to watch their team’s games on Scripps Sports networks nationwide.
The takeaway
This multi-year agreement between the Nashville Predators and Scripps Sports is a win-win, giving the Predators a valuable national media platform to grow their brand and fanbase, while also strengthening Scripps’ position in the competitive sports broadcasting landscape.