‘Welcome to the NHL’ returns with a behind-the-scenes look at top draft prospects ahead of 2025 NHL draft

As the excitement builds for the 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft, fans are getting an exclusive, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of the league's brightest new stars. The Emmy Award-winning documentary series "Welcome to the NHL," presented by BODYARMOR Sports Drink, returns with a fresh two-part series, giving hockey fans an all-access look at the path from prospect to headliner. The first installment will be broadcast on Tuesday, June 24, on ESPN2 and Sportsnet 360. The first episode, "Meet the Prospects," will be broadcast Tuesday, June 24, at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN2 in the United States and Sportsnet 360 in Canada, followed by additional shows on NHL Network, NHL social media sites, and YouTube. Further broadcasts are on Tuesday, June 26, at 7 p.m. on ESPN2; Thursday, June 26, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Thursday, June 27, at 2 p.m. on Sportsnet 360; June 25 at 12 a.m. and 2 p.m., and June 27 at 5:30 p.m. on Sportsnet; June 25 at 6 p.m. on SN1; and June 27 at 4 p.m. on NHL Network. The series documents highly regarded 2025 draft prospects: Also included are William Moore and Kashawn Aitcheson at the NHL Scouting Combine, revealing raw grit, personality, and the physical sacrifice of pursuing a dream. Fans see behind-the-scenes of front-office tactics during the NHL Draft Lottery, from backroom shots with executives as they strategize their selections. Draft Information:Episode two, "Class of 2025," airs in September, capturing the energy and milestones of Draft Day and taking an in-depth look at prospect development and training camps. Also read: Eric Blum flips on Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce spotlight under NHL media scrutinyFor continued coverage, followers can also catch up along with the #NHLDraft hashtag or tune into the official "NHL Draft Class" podcast for scouting reports and interviews. Trailer now available on NHL YouTube and social media.