NHL 2026-27 Season: How to Stream All the Hockey Action!
NHL 2026-27 Season: How to Stream All the Hockey Action!
Get ready for the 2026-27 NHL season! Find out where to livestream every thrilling game, from the defending champion Hurricanes to the quest for the Stanley Cup. Your ultimate guide to pro hockey online!
The excitement for the 2026-2027 NHL season is already building, with the Carolina Hurricanes returning as the reigning champions after a 20-year drought. However, 31 other formidable teams, including the Florida Panthers, Vegas Golden Knights, Edmonton Oilers, and Colorado Avalanche, are intensely focused on dethroning the Hurricanes and hoisting the coveted Stanley Cup themselves.
The puck drops for the regular season on Tuesday, September 29th, marking the beginning of another thrilling journey on the ice.
Hockey's popularity is surging, partly thanks to cultural phenomena like the TV series "Heated Rivalry," which is expected to draw even more fans to the sport, especially with its second season premiering in early 2027. This increased interest means more eyes will be on the ice, and thankfully, there are numerous ways for fans to catch all the action, whether they prefer traditional cable or cutting-edge streaming services.
For those looking to watch the games, a wide array of networks will be broadcasting the NHL season, including ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, TNT, TBS, truTV, and the dedicated NHL Network. For cord-cutters, several streaming platforms offer comprehensive coverage. DirecTV Stream, for instance, provides a 5-day free trial and starts at $59.99/month for its "Entertainment" package, giving access to most major channels broadcasting NHL games.
Sling TV offers a more budget-friendly option with its Sling Orange + Blue package at $69.99/month, which includes ESPN, TNT, and TBS.
Fans can add the Sports Extra package for an additional $11/month to get the NHL Network.
Fubo is another excellent choice, often regarded as the most comprehensive, starting at $63.99 for the first month.
It boasts all seven networks that broadcast NHL games and includes a 5-day free trial, along with over 230 other live TV channels.
Hulu + Live TV also provides a robust option, starting at $49.99 for the first month. It includes access to all key NHL broadcasting channels, over 100 other channels, and an extensive library of content from Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited, which itself features several NHL games.
For dedicated ESPN content, ESPN Unlimited offers everything ESPN has to offer.
Many of these services, with the exception of Sling, also provide free trials, allowing fans to sample their offerings and stream NHL games online without an initial commitment.
