NHL games on today, 2026 Opening Night TV schedule
We officially drop the puck on the 2026-27 NHL season on Tuesday, September 29, with five games set to take place on Opening Night.
The 2026-27 NHL regular season kicks off on Tuesday, September 29, with Opening Night featuring five games across the country. The night commences with the defending champions, the Carolina Hurricanes, facing off against the Florida Panthers at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh at 5:00 p.m. ET on ESPN. This marks the first puck drop of the season and sets the stage for an exciting start to the league's new chapter.
The Hurricanes and Panthers, both co-favorites to win the Stanley Cup according to DraftKings Sportsbook, provide an epic start to the season. In the nightcap, the Vegas Golden Knights will defend their Clarence S. Campbell Bowl title as they host the Chicago Blackhawks at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. A comprehensive TV schedule for Opening Night is provided below, detailing the time and broadcast details for each matchup (all times Eastern).
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