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New records: Gragnani's 6,5 km per game, and Mons' 16,6 km/h
Since the very first 2019-20 KHL game, the League is using smart technology to bring the audience a vast new range of stats. The fans already know the microchips in pucks and jerseys, and now it's time to show what this technology can do. KHL.ru illustrates the most exciting data on teams and players gathered by the new technology after the first 54 days of the regular season.
‘It’s nice to be first, it’s in line with our desire to innovate’
One of the biggest features of the 12th KHL season is the use of smart technology to bring a huge new range of stats to coaches, fans, broadcasters and beyond. The KHL became the first ice-hockey league in the world to implement this system, using sensors in the arenas and microchips in pucks and uniforms. Sergey Dobrokhvalov, KHL Vice-President for Marketing and Communications, explained how it was set up, how it all works and how it’s helping to attract even more fans to the game.
First in the world: KHL launches new stat system
On Sunday, Sep. 1, the 12th KHL season got underway. And one of the highlights of the coming campaign promises to be the availability of absolutely new statistical data about every game, thanks to the installation of sporting telematics in every arena used by the league. The KHL is the first league in the world to use this exciting technology.
