BRAMPTON, ON (August 14, 2026) – With less than a week until puck drop, excitement continues to build for Hockey Night in Brampton as former Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman and Norris Trophy winner Mark Giordano and Stanley Cup champion Kirk Muller join the starstudded lineup for the August 19 charity game in support of Brampton’s second hospital.
Fans can look forward to a packed night of hockey and entertainment, featuring NHL stars and hockey legends, pre-game autograph sessions and a live intermission skills challenge featuring renowned stickhandling specialist Pavel Barber.
Canadian sports broadcaster Rod Black will also return in his signature role as event host, bringing his energy and personality back to Hockey Night in Brampton.
Buy tickets for Hockey Night in Brampton
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Doors Open: 6 p.m.
Puck Drop: 7 p.m.
Location: CAA Centre, 7575 Kennedy Rd. S., Brampton, ON
Tickets are $36 and available through Ticketmaster. All ticket proceeds will support the fundraising campaign for Brampton’s second hospital.
The first 2,000 fans in line when doors open will receive a limited-edition mini hockey stick.
Be part of something bigger this August 19. Hockey Night in Brampton has raised more than $22 million to date in support of Brampton’s second hospital, and every ticket purchased helps build on that incredible momentum.
Fan experiences before and during the game
Live intermission skills challenge with Pavel Barber
Renowned stickhandling specialist and Canadian national athlete Pavel Barber will showcase his skills during a live stickhandling challenge at intermission.
407 ETR Meet and Greet
407 ETR, the official Meet and Greet Sponsor of Hockey Night in Brampton, will present two public autograph sessions before puck drop:
- 6 to 6:30 p.m.: Paul Coffey, Ryan Getzlaf and Joe Kocur
- 6:30 to 6:55 p.m.: Wendel Clark, Doug Gilmour and Gary Roberts
Star-studded lineup
Giordano and Muller join a star-studded lineup led by Team Captains Mark Messier and Morgan Rielly, alongside NHL stars and rising talent including Dylan Strome, Owen Power, Erik Gudbranson, Michael Misa, Pavel Mintyukov and Stephen Halliday. The lineup also features hockey legends and fan favourites Paul Coffey, Curtis Joseph, Ryan Getzlaf, Joe Kocur, Kris Versteeg and Cody Hodgson, PWHL stars Emily Clark and Jaime Bourbonnais, and more.
Brampton talent will also be well represented with Phil Oreskovic, Ethan Czata and Steelheads goaltenders Neilan Johnson and Oskari Ahmajärvi, while Shoresy star Terry Ryan and CP24’s Steve Ryan round out the roster. Doug Gilmour, Wendel Clark and Gary Roberts will be behind the bench as coaches.
Player Profiles
Mark Giordano
Mark Giordano is a veteran NHL defenseman, Norris Trophy winner and former Toronto Maple Leaf. A Toronto native, Giordano spent much of his career with the Calgary Flames, where he served as captain, before becoming the first captain in Seattle Kraken history and later joining the Maple Leafs. Known for his leadership on and off the ice, Giordano was named the NHL’s top defenseman with the James Norris Memorial Trophy and was also recognized with the Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award.
Kirk Muller
Kirk Muller is a Stanley Cup champion and six-time NHL All-Star who enjoyed a long and successful NHL career, including time with the Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Maple Leafs. Muller helped Montreal capture the Stanley Cup in 1993 and later transitioned into coaching, serving in several NHL coaching roles. His leadership, experience and longstanding connection to the game have made him a respected figure in Canadian hockey.
Sponsorships
The City of Brampton also thanks Changemaker Sponsors Argo Development Corp., Capital Power, Charger Logistics, DG Group and Paradise Developments, and General Sponsors Amazon, Great Gulf, Juel Group, Rogers, Orlando Corporation and Pattison Outdoor for their generous support of Hockey Night in Brampton 2026.
Additional sponsorship opportunities remain available. To learn more, contact Michael Miele, Sponsorship Manager, at michael.miele@brampton.ca.
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“Having Mark Messier join Hockey Night in Brampton is an incredible addition to an already outstanding lineup. Mark is one of the greatest leaders and most accomplished players in hockey history, and having him and Morgan Rielly captain the two teams will make this year’s game even more special for fans. We’re grateful to Mark and every player taking part as we come together for a great night of hockey in support of Brampton’s second hospital.” – Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton
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About Hockey Night in Brampton
Launched in 2019, Hockey Night in Brampton is Canada’s largest charity hockey game, bringing together NHL stars, alumni and hockey legends for an unforgettable night in support of William Osler Health System. The event raises critical funds for the transformation of Peel Memorial into Brampton’s second hospital. Held annually at the CAA Centre, this must-attend summer tradition draws thousands of fans from across the GTA. In the past two years, Hockey Night in Brampton has raised nearly $21 million while also securing a historic $50 million pledge to the Osler Foundation, continuing its legacy as the largest charity hockey game in Canadian history. Connect with us on Instagram. Learn more at hockeynightbrampton.ca
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