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NHL Sends Bruins and Oilers to Munich and Cologne for 2027–28 Global Series

The league also signed a multiyear partnership with FC Bayern Munich to build youth programs, fan events and cross‑sport marketing in Germany.

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Marco Sturm ranks second among German-born NHL players in career goals and points.
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Dec 18, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) celebrates as he leads teammates back to the bench after scoring a shorthanded goal against the Boston Bruins during the third period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The NHL and NHLPA announced on Aug. 20, 2026 that the Boston Bruins will play two regular‑season games at SAP Garden in Munich and the Edmonton Oilers will play two at Lanxess Arena in Cologne during the 2027–28 season.
  • The league unveiled a strategic, multiyear partnership with FC Bayern Munich designed to drive grassroots hockey, street hockey events, co‑branded content and Bayern’s expansion into North America.
  • Both matchups are framed as homecomings for German‑linked figures, with Munich native JJ Peterka and Bruins coach Marco Sturm connected to the Bruins and Cologne native Leon Draisaitl attached to the Oilers.
  • Officials said the moves are part of a multi‑season push to grow the sport in Germany through live games, youth development and fan engagement, with more regular‑season Global Series dates already planned for Germany.
  • Opponents, exact game dates and ticket details have not been released and will be announced during the 2026–27 season; these Munich and Cologne games will be the first NHL regular‑season contests in those cities and extend a pattern of occasional NHL events in Germany.