Bayern Munich and NHL launch multi-year partnership in Munich

FC Bayern Munich and the National Hockey League announced a strategic partnership during a press conference on August 20, 2026. The collaboration aims to promote the NHL in Germany and enhance Bayern's presence in North America. Initiatives will include digital campaigns, youth programs, and watch parties. Additionally, Munich will host two NHL regular-season games in the 2027/28 season featuring the Boston Bruins, while Cologne will also host games involving the Edmonton Oilers. NHL representatives emphasized Germany's importance as a growth market for the league.

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