NHL Schedule and Streaming Guide
National Hockey League schedule, where to watch, teams, and answers to common questions.
Featured games today
1 nationally televised NHL game today, Oct 12. Click any for full broadcast details.
Where to watch
All 1,344 NHL games this season — every streaming service and TV channel that carries them.
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Listed channels are included with each service. Check a team’s page for the exact channel on a specific game.
Teams
32 teams in the NHL. Visit a team, or jump to its schedule and channels.
Common questions
What NHL games are on today?
There are 3 NHL games today, starting with Florida Panthers at Buffalo Sabres at 1:00 PM ET on SN and TVAS. The full slate, with the channel for every matchup, is on the NHL schedule page.
How can I watch NHL games?
NHL games air nationally on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, and TBS. Most teams' local games are on their regional sports network or direct team stream. ESPN+ carries out-of-market games. See the Where to watch section above for what each service costs and covers.
When does the NHL season start?
The 2026-27 National Hockey League regular season runs from September 29 through April 10.
How many teams are in the NHL?
There are 32 teams in the NHL. The Teams section above links to every team's channels and schedule.