NHL Expands Footprint in Germany With Global Series, FC Bayern Deal

The NHL announced that Munich and Cologne will host regular-season games for the first time during the 2027-2028 season as part of the NHL Global Series Germany. The Boston Bruins will play two games at SAP Garden in Munich, while the Edmonton Oilers will contest two games at Lanxess Arena in Cologne, with both cities having personal connections to key players JJ Peterka and Leon Draisaitl respectively. The initiative is part of a joint long-term international growth strategy between the NHL and the NHL Players' Association, with ticketing details and opponents to be announced during the 2026-27 regular season.