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NHL to Run Animated Versions of Recent Games for Young Viewers
The National Hockey League will run animated versions of recent hockey games in a bid to capture the interest of younger viewers
More sports networks and leagues are experimenting with formats tailored for kids and families, a bid to find younger viewers and convert them into life-long fans. Walt Disney Co.’s ESPN started testing animated versions of real NHL games that utilized characters from the popular cartoon series “Big City Greens” in 2023. The NHL expects “Hockeyverse” telecasts to have the look of an outdoor environment, rather than an indoor arena, and to feature unique camera angles that brings viewers close to the action.
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