Hockey stars Jack Hughes, Quinn Hughes, Luke Hughes, Megan Keller, and Hilary Knight made a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live, joining Heated Rivalry creator Connor Storrie to open the latest episode of the iconic comedy show.

The group appeared during the show’s traditional cold open, bringing a mix of sports energy and humor to the stage. Storrie introduced the hockey stars as they joked about rivalries on the ice and the growing popularity of hockey in the United States.

The Hughes brothers, who all play in the NHL, received loud cheers from the audience, while Olympic and world champion players Keller and Knight added star power from the women’s game. Their appearance highlighted the sport’s rising profile and the personalities behind some of hockey’s biggest names.

The cameo quickly caught attention on social media, with fans praising the unusual but entertaining crossover between hockey and late-night comedy on Saturday Night Live.