The National Hockey League (NHL) has set the date for the 2025 Stanley Pup, its second annual friendly competition featuring adorable rescue dogs.
For the 2025 edition, all 32 NHL teams will be represented by a four-legged friend, many of whom will be available for adoption from a shelter or rescue in their respective city.
The 2025 Stanley Pup will premiere in the U.S. on June 6 at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT on TruTV, and NHL Network will re-air it on June 8 at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.
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“We were thrilled with the success of the first-ever Stanley Pup in 2024 and because of the amazing response from audiences watching at home, the NHL is excited to bring it back this season with even more rescue dogs,” said Steve Mayer, president of NHL Content & Events. “We love being able to support great causes and knowing that even more participating dogs will find permanent homes this year is very fulfilling for the League. We can’t wait to see what fun this year’s friendly competition brings as the ‘players’ hit the Stanley Pup rink.”
The show will feature special appearances by celebrity dog lovers including Anthony Anderson, Cedric the Entertainer, Cheri Oteri, George Lopez, Jamie Lee Curtis, Joel McHale, Michael Bublé, Nikki Glaser, Paula Abdul and Will Reeve. In addition, color and play-by-play commentary will be provided by Mark Shunock and Chris Rose, with Michelle Gingras reporting rink side.
“There’s nothing more gratifying than to make content that actually changes lives, and in this case, both for the dogs needing homes and the families that adopt them,” said executive producer Michael Levitt. “Two paws up to the NHL for doing their part to help pups in need and giving us this platform to show people how shelter dogs deserve to be part of every family’s starting lineup.”
The national nonprofit organization Petco Love will once again provide the dogs in the competition through their shelter partners across the country to spotlight the joy of pet adoption.
“Stanley Pup is a joyful reminder that all-star pets can be adopted from your local shelter,” said Susanne Kogut, President of Petco Love. “Adopting a pet is like scoring the game-winning goal—one moment of heart, and you’ve changed a life forever. We’re proud to team up with the NHL to spotlight shelter pets across the country.”
Scroll through the photos below for a tease of the 2025 Stanley Pup!
