NHL 25 Patch 1.2.0 Adds Official NHL Coaches, Gameplay Fixes, and More

The latest update for NHL 25 is here! Patch 1.2.0 rolls out today at 1 PM ET, bringing a host of new features, including the much-anticipated addition of all 32 official NHL coaches, gameplay fixes, and various quality-of-life improvements. Here’s a complete breakdown of what’s new, from enhanced coach attributes to gameplay updates and expanded World of CHEL features.

NHL 25 Coaches Update

EA SPORTS has introduced all 32 official NHL coaches to NHL 25, each with unique attributes representing their real-world coaching styles. With this update, coaches bring distinct skills such as Power Play expertise, Penalty Killing (PK), Teaching, and Influence, which can impact your team’s playstyle and development across modes like Franchise, Season, Online VS, and Play Now.

For instance, John Tortorella’s coaching card highlights his physical coaching style and veteran development specialization, while other coaches bring different strengths to their teams. Coaches’ real-world records and team histories are now reflected in the game, with records dynamically updated based on in-game franchise results.

Gameplay Fixes and Updates

Patch 1.2.0 also addresses numerous gameplay issues, with improvements to core mechanics and player interactions, including:

• Stick and Puck Collisions: Fixed a collision issue during stumbles.
• One Timer Feedback: Ensured Skill-Based One Timer feedback appears consistently.
• Chop Puck Adjustments: Increased Chop Puck success rate while stationary or skating.
• Goalie Improvements: Addressed issues where goalies would miss saves due to post-hug movements and oversliding on end-board rebounds.
• Tuning on Skill-Based One Timers: Reduced stamina drain and accuracy bonuses for Skill-Based One Timers, maintaining the satisfying experience without overpowering the play.

Franchise Mode Enhancements

Several improvements have been made to Franchise Mode, including:

• Coaches in Franchise Mode: Now featuring all 32 NHL head coaches, complete with real-world stats.
• Bug Fixes: Resolved issues with draft class values, trade lists, and slider resets after games.
• Improved Contract Negotiations: Tuning adjustments and conversation improvements enhance the contract and preseason focus experience.

World of CHEL Updates

New features and bug fixes enhance the World of CHEL experience:

• New Logos: Added Bloomington Bison and Tahoe Knight Monsters logos.
• Customization Fixes: Addressed UI, timer, and navigation issues in the Club Dressing Room and Store.
• Gameplay Enhancements: Fixed instances where players would soft-lock in matchmaking and improved Free Skate entry.

Expanded Team and Uniform Updates

The update brings uniform changes across multiple leagues, including the NHL, AHL, and ECHL. Notable updates include new third jerseys for the Cleveland Monsters, the Adirondack Thunder, and more.