Gary Bettman issues a historic announcement after the Stanley Cup Final
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Following the Florida Panthers' seven-game series victory over the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final, Gary Bettman and the NHL made a historic announcement.
In a notable shift, the NHL's popularity in the United States is now approaching that of the NBA and MLB. Recent reports show that the Stanley Cup Finals have surpassed the last five NBA Finals and World Series in viewership.
Last night's Stanley Cup Final Game 7 outdrew any NBA Finals or World Series game in the past five years.
The Game 7 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final attracted an impressive 16.3 million viewers across North America.
Seventh Heaven: 16.3 Million Viewers Watched Game 7 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final Across North America
The presence of a Canadian team in the final, the suspense of a Game 7, and Edmonton's comeback attempt from a 3-0 series deficit led by superstar Connor McDavid are all factors contributing to the increased viewership. These record-breaking numbers mark a significant advancement for the National Hockey League and its global fanbase, surely bringing satisfaction to Commissioner Gary Bettman.
With the memorable 2024 final now concluded, the NHL's focus shifts to the upcoming 2024 Draft, scheduled to commence this Friday. Broadcasting live from the esteemed Sphere in Las Vegas, this event promises to deliver another exciting chapter for the league.
Source: Daily Hockey Dose
Gary Bettman makes historic announcement following Stanley Cup Final
Gary Bettman makes historic announcement following Stanley Cup Final
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27 JUIN | 357 ANSWERS Gary Bettman issues a historic announcement after the Stanley Cup Final What factors do you believe contributed the most to the record-breaking viewership of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final? | ||
| Canadian Team in the Final | 180 | 50.4 % |
| The Edmonton Oilers Comeback | 138 | 38.7 % |
| Social Media Marketing | 20 | 5.6 % |
| Other | 19 | 5.3 % |
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