Whether you're a 2k Sports fanatic or a just looking for the next big hockey title to hit the market, 2k Sports has just released a demo of NHL 2k9 over the Xbox Live Marketplace for Free. This newest entry will give fans a more in-depth feel of hockey experience.

August 21, 2008 – While dedicated hockey fans eagerly anticipate the first puck to drop for the start of this year’s NHL season, 2K Sports today announced that a free demo of NHL 2K9 is now available for download on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.  The demo will provide fans an early chance to experience the new simplified controls and relive the excitement of this past season’s thrilling Stanley Cup™ Final for a brief three minute period as either the Pittsburgh Penguins or Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit. 

Doesn't look like much for a demo, but it would surely give you an idea of where the game is headed come its September release. GamePlasma here recently got a chance to chat with Visual Concepts about NHL 2k9's upcoming release, with in-depth detail, check back soon for that.