Hockey News is a US-based bi-monthly magazine that covers all things hockey. Its aim is to provide in-depth coverage of all aspects of the sport, including scores, stats, highlights, and in-depth interviews with top players and coaches.
It was founded in 1997 and is currently owned by American Media Group, a company that also owns the National Hockey League (NHL) rights to the magazine. It’s been named the number one NHL magazine and the top-selling US sports magazine on Amazon.com. It’s also the official magazine of the NHL and the Stanley Cup. In 2020, they’ll celebrate their 20th anniversary and are looking to expand their range of coverage. They had previously published a weekly online magazine, which was then made into a bimonthly print magazine.
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How to Get your Copy of the Magazine
If you’re in the US, you can find a copy of the magazine at most major bookstores or you can order it directly from the website. It’s also available to download as PDF or print out at home. If you live elsewhere, you can either get a subscription to the print version or you can purchase a digital copy via the website. If you’re one of the many thousands of people who don’t have a US bank account, you can use PayPal to pay for your subscription. You’ll need to sign up for a PayPal account in advance.
Circulation Details
According to the American Media Group website, the average weekly circulation of the magazine is 2.67 million. It’s also the number one-selling US sports magazine, according to the research firm Nielsen. It’s circulation is largely focused on men aged between 18 and 24. Over 60% of its readers live in New York City, Los Angeles, or Chicago. More than half of the readership identifies as being American, while 20% claim to be Canadian!
When Does The Magazine Come Out?
The magazine comes out every two weeks and is available free in all states. However, if you want to read it online, you’ll need to pay for a subscription. The print version generally arrives at your doorstep a few days later. In 2020, they’re also offering a digital copy for a reduced price. If you pre-ordered the print version, you’ll receive it a few days earlier than everyone else.
What’s Inside?
The magazine is filled with interesting and informative articles about hockey. Some of its notable features include:
- An in-depth interview with a top coach or player, generally focused on their career and the state of the NHL at the time the article was written.
- Regular columns by prominent writers who cover the top levels of hockey in the US and Canada, including Andy Barrow, Rob Bertozzi, and more.
- Breaking news stories about hockey, scoops, and analyses that you can read about in the next few days.
- Player profiles, both Canadian and American, that include a history of the player’s career, stats, and a lot more detail about the person behind the stats.
- Top stories about the biggest news and trends in the hockey world.
- Game reviews and previews of upcoming hockey games.
- Awards and honors for hockey players and coaches, as well as other sports figures who are associated with the game.
Is There Anything Else?
Aside from the magazine, the American Media Group also owns four other hockey-related websites, including:
- NHL.com – the official website of the NHL (NHL.com)
- HockeyNow.com – the home of the Chicago Blackhawks (HockeyNow.com)
- BlackAires.com – the official website of the Detroit Red Wings (BlackAires.com)
- ProHockeyTalk.com – a hub for news and information about professional hockey (ProHockeyTalk.com)
Along with the above websites, the company also owns the domain names NHL.com, BlackAires.com, and ProHockeyTalk.com. The firm is clearly invested in the game, as it purchased the rights to all six of its former teams’ names in May 2020.
It’s clear that American Media Group knows what it’s doing and has put in the necessary effort to build a solid foundation for the future of hockey in the United States. Their efforts are starting to pay off, with the sport enjoying a glorious moment in the country right now.