Scripps Sports, Nashville Predators Announce Multi-Year TV Deal

Agreement will air Predators games on Scripps regional sports networks.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:34pm

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The Nashville Predators and Scripps Sports have reached a multi-year partnership to air Predators games on Scripps' regional sports networks. The deal will bring Predators hockey to a wider audience across the Scripps Sports footprint.

Why it matters

This agreement expands the reach of the Nashville Predators, allowing the team to grow its fanbase and increase visibility beyond the local Nashville market. It also strengthens Scripps Sports' hockey programming lineup as they compete with other regional sports networks for live game rights.

The details

Under the new deal, Scripps Sports will become the exclusive regional television partner of the Nashville Predators, airing all Predators regular season games not nationally televised. The multi-year agreement covers game broadcasts, shoulder programming, and digital/social media rights.

  • The partnership was announced on April 7, 2026.
  • The new TV deal will begin with the 2026-27 NHL season.

The players

Nashville Predators

A professional ice hockey team based in Nashville, Tennessee and a member of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL).

Scripps Sports

The sports division of The E.W. Scripps Company, a media conglomerate that operates regional sports networks across the United States.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to partner with the Nashville Predators to bring their exciting brand of hockey to fans across our regional sports networks.”

— Brian Lawlor, President of Local Media, The E.W. Scripps Company

“This partnership with Scripps Sports will allow us to showcase Predators hockey to a wider audience and continue growing our fanbase throughout the region.”

— Sean Henry, President and CEO, Nashville Predators

What’s next

The new TV deal will begin with the start of the 2026-27 NHL regular season in October 2026.

The takeaway

This agreement between the Nashville Predators and Scripps Sports is a win-win, expanding the reach of Predators hockey while strengthening Scripps' regional sports programming lineup and ability to compete for live game rights.