# Kelly Hrudey departure from Sportsnet

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> Updated: 2026-08-08T12:00:24.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Longtime hockey broadcaster and former NHL goaltender Kelly Hrudey is departing Sportsnet after approximately three decades with the network. The departure follows the non-renewal of his contract as Rogers-owned Sportsnet restructures its national NHL coverage.

Hrudey's exit affects both national programming, such as Hockey Night in Canada, and regional broadcasts for the Calgary Flames, where he served as a color commentator for 12 years. Reports indicate that Kevin Sawyer is expected to replace Hrudey for the Flames' regional television broadcasts.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: Kelly Hrudey departs Sportsnet after 28 years of broadcasting

Sportsnet will not renew Kelly Hrudey's contract, ending his 28-year tenure with Hockey Night in Canada. Kevin Sawyer is expected to replace him on Calgary Flames regional broadcasts.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kelly-hrudey-departs-sportsnet-after-28-years-of-broadcasting

### 2026-08-06: Kelly Hrudey Parts Ways with Sportsnet After 30‑Year Broadcast Career

Kelly Hrudey says Sportsnet will not renew his contract, ending his 30‑year broadcasting run as the network revamps NHL coverage and ends its CBC partnership.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kelly-hrudey-parts-ways-with-sportsnet-after-30year-broadcast-career

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