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NHL Hockeyverse Matchup of the Week debuts Saturday on Sportsnet

A whole new way to watch NHL games is coming this Saturday.

The NHL announced Thursday that NHL Hockeyverse Matchup of the Week, "a first of its kind 30-minute animated program," will make its debut Saturday, Feb. 1 at noon E.T. / 9 a.m. PT on Sportsnet.

The weekly animated show will recap a regular season game from the week prior, with Saturday's first episode a recap of the Vancouver Canucks' 2-1 win over the Washington Capitals on Jan. 25.

Viewers can expect fast-paced, animated action with the players replaced by avatars powered by NHL EDGE Positional Data.

"By using avatars, vibrant animations and youthful commentary, NHL Hockeyverse Matchup of the Week will further connect young fans and families to the NHL and build upon the League’s recent national and local animated telecast successes,” said David Lehanski, NHL Executive Vice President, Business Development & Innovation. “We’re delighted to air NHL Hockeyverse Matchup of the Week on Sportsnet and NHL Network, to continue expanding the use of NHL EDGE Positional Data, excite new and existing young fans in Canada and the United States, and deliver even more innovative and unique ways to experience our great game."

The episodes will take viewers "out of traditional NHL arenas and immerse them
in a dynamic, animated outdoor environment, inspired by the essence and character of Canadian cities."

Each game will also feature teenage commentators appearing as avatars who will call the game in a fun, entertaining and casual tone.

NHL Hockeyverse Matchup of the Week will be produced by NHL Productions, in
collaboration with Sony’s Beyond Sports.

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