NHL Seeing Massive Increase in TV Ratings, with Penguins-Flyers Leading the Way

NHL seeing massive increase in TV ratings, with Penguins-Flyers leading the way

Interest in the Battle of Pennsylvania is extending far beyond the state’s borders. Game 1 of the Penguins-Philadelphia Flyers series drew 2.15 million...

Flyers‑Penguins Game 1 drew jaw-dropping TV ratings

The Philadelphia Flyers are back in the playoffs, and the NHL gave them a primetime slot for their first postseason game since 2020 on Saturday night. While some complained that there could be better matchups in that slot, the television ratings are in, and Game 1 between the Flyers and Penguins set some new records on ESPN. According to ESPN, 2.1 million viewers tuned in to watch the Flyers take down the Penguins 3-2 on Saturday night. That was…