NHL Highlights Top Military Moments in Weekly Recap

Navy Federal Credit Union presents the best military tributes from around the league.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:57am

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A dynamic, colorful painting featuring abstracted hockey players and military imagery, conveying the passionate spirit of the NHL's military tributes.The NHL's weekly celebration of military service members sparks patriotic pride and energy on the ice.NYC Today

The NHL Network's weekly recap show, 'NHL Now,' featured the top military-themed moments from around the NHL over the past week. The segment, presented by Navy Federal Credit Union, highlighted special in-game recognitions, player tributes, and other patriotic displays honoring the armed forces.

Why it matters

The NHL has long been committed to supporting the military community, with many teams and players actively involved in initiatives to recognize and support service members and their families. This weekly segment provides a platform to showcase those efforts and the league's ongoing dedication to honoring those who serve.

The details

The 'NFCU Military Moments' segment included a variety of heartwarming moments, such as on-ice ceremonies honoring veterans, players wearing special military-themed jerseys, and tributes to fallen soldiers. The recap also featured interviews with NHL players discussing their personal connections to the military and the importance of supporting those who serve.

  • The 'NFCU Military Moments' segment aired on April 7, 2026 as part of the NHL Network's 'NHL Now' show.

The players

Noah Cates

An NHL player who joined the 'NHL Now' show to discuss the segment.

Stefen Rosner

A reporter who discussed the New York Islanders' coaching change during the 'NHL Now' broadcast.

Kirill Kaprizov

An NHL player who was recognized for scoring a hat trick in a recent game.

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What they’re saying

“It's always an honor to be able to recognize the brave men and women who serve our country. The NHL and our teams are proud to find ways to pay tribute to the military throughout the season.”

— NHL Spokesperson

The takeaway

The NHL's continued efforts to honor the military through in-game recognitions, player tributes, and special programming like the 'NFCU Military Moments' segment demonstrate the league's deep appreciation for the sacrifices of service members and their families.