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Cover Athletes
Canadian goalscoring machine Sarah Nurse makes history as the first female player featured on an NHL cover. Rising superstar and Anaheim Ducks center Trevor Zegras is one of the youngest players featured on an NHL cover.
Sarah Nurse
Forward, Canadian National Team
Canadian international Sarah Nurse makes history just about every time she steps onto the ice; most notably, she broke the record for most points scored in a single Olympic hockey tournament (male or female) in the 2022 Games. Nurse captured numerous gold medals with Canadian youth squads, and earned a silver medal with Canada in the 2018 Olympics after a shootout victory against the United States. She may be a seasoned veteran of the international game, but Sarah Nurse is just getting started. She's making history with EA SPORTS as the very first female player to be featured on the official worldwide cover of an NHL game. Between her phenomenal shooting ability and her uncanny ability to read the game, Nurse is an absolute powerhouse that any HUT player will want in their lineup.
Trevor Zegras
Center, Anaheim Ducks
Anaheim Ducks center Trevor Zegras is one of the fastest rising superstars in the NHL, possessing an individuality and creativity like the league has never seen. Last season, Zegras' first full season in the NHL, he took the sports world by storm with his over-the-net pass and assist that has been dubbed "The Zegras." In his first full NHL season, Zegras was named Rookie of the Month, invited as a special guest to the All-Star Game Breakaway Challenge, and was named a finalist for NHL Rookie of the Year. Zegras is one of the youngest players to ever be featured on an NHL cover and a highly-skilled playmaker and innovative young talent that's ready to take NHL 23 by storm.
Women's Hockey
Get the best players in the world on one powerful roster with the introduction of mixed women's and men's teams in Ultimate Team.
Last Chance Puck Movement
Use new Stumble Actions to nail desperate moves that make the highlight reels, turn an errant shot into an opportunity to shine with Loose Puck Plays, and keep the puck out of your own net with Enhanced Goalie AI.
Presentation
All-new celebration options let you celebrate every big moment, from the Stanley Cup trophy hoist to fresh post-goal light shows. On-ice projections for NHL teams, national teams, and more immerse you in the moment, even in offline modes.
NHL 23 Game Modes
Keep things fresh in HUT with the rotating HUT Rivals playlist and three new rewards tiers based on Wins and Win Streaks. Franchise is getting even more robust with unprecedented customization, giving you new ways to forge your dynasty.
Franchise Customization
Control every detail of your league. Tweak the organization and how many teams are in your league, as well as the number of games at every stage including the playoffs. Plus, control the min/max salary cap and individual player salaries.
Ultimate Team
IIHF Women's National Team members are now in HUT and can be added to any roster for a true dream team experience. HUT Rivals Playlist brings a rotating series of Rivals game modes. Plus, unlock three more rewards tiers based on Win or Win Streaks.
Hockey League (EASHL)
In addition to cross-platform matchmaking, EASHL is also getting Assisted Strategies to help players plan their tactics for every matchup, new X-Factor Abilities that open a deeper level of play style customization, and Creation Zone updates.