ESPN reported record-breaking NHL viewership numbers in the 2026 playoffs. Here’s why

Deseret News·3d ago

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ESPN has reported record-breaking viewership numbers for the 2026 NHL playoffs. The network saw significant increases in ratings, with some reports indicating a 69% surge in the first round. The record viewership is part of a larger trend of high ratings for various sports events, including the NBA Finals and the PGA Championship.

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