How to watch the 2026-27 NHL Season: Where to stream, channels, opening week schedule and more
How to watch the 2026-27 NHL season.
The 2026-27 NHL season kicks off on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 with five games on opening night. Americans can catch the tournament on ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, TNT, TBS and NHL Network. In Canada, the games are broadcast on Sportsnet and the ESPN App. The opening night features an all-star lineup, with the defending Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes facing the Florida Panthers at 5 p.m. ET, followed by the New York Rangers vs. Boston Bruins at 8 p.m. and the Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights at 10:30 p.m. Additionally, the Montreal Canadiens vs. Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks vs. Edmonton Oilers will play at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. respectively. The season runs through April 10, 2027, and features over 30 games in the opening week.
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