Originally posted on Oilers Daily | Last updated 9/17/24
A notable shift is on the horizon for Edmonton Oilers fans as the upcoming NHL season will see four of their Monday night games move to a new broadcast platform. Sportsnet has sold the rights to Monday Night NHL games to Amazon for the 2024-25 season and beyond, marking a significant change for hockey viewers.
The affected Oilers games will be broadcast exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, meaning fans will need to subscribe to the streaming service to watch these matchups. The games in question are anticipated to be high-profile, including a matchup against the Florida Panthers. Here are the details for the four Oilers games now scheduled for Amazon Prime:
November 4: New Jersey Devils @ Edmonton Oilers (6:30 pm MT)
November 18: Edmonton Oilers @ Montreal Canadiens (5:30 pm MT)
December 19: Florida Panthers @ Edmonton Oilers (6:30 pm MT)
April 14: LA Kings @ Edmonton Oilers (8:00 pm MT)
The new broadcast setup on Amazon Prime is quickly coming together. Reports from YYZ Sports Media on X indicate that the coverage will feature Andi Petrillo, Adnan Virk, and former Oiler Mark Messier, promising a fresh and engaging viewing experience. While the need for an additional $10 subscription may be an inconvenience for some fans, the change could offer a novel and dynamic alternative to the traditional Sportsnet broadcast.
In related news, Sportsnet has announced that their on-air crew for the Oilers will remain unchanged for the upcoming season. Fans will be pleased to know that Gene Principe will continue hosting, with Jack Michaels and Louie DeBrusk handling play-by-play duties. In an era of frequent media layoffs, the continuity of the Oilers broadcast team is a welcome development.
As the season approaches, Oilers fans should be prepared for a transition from traditional TV broadcasts to streaming for these Monday night games. It might be a good time to assist family members with setting up their Amazon Prime subscriptions to ensure they’re ready for the action!
