What happened: The sublicensing agreement Prime Video will also carry two first-round series and one second-round series annually.
Why it matters: A full national weeknight window moves from linear television to a streaming-exclusive home, extending Prime Video's Canadian hockey role beyond its previous Monday package. The change arrives as CBC exits NHL broadcasts for 2026-27, further reshaping national access for Canadian viewers.
By the numbers: At the stated minimum, the agreement
What to watch: The 2026-27 season opens Sept. 29, making the Wednesday matchups the next test of the new distribution setup.