The 2025-26 NHL season is in full swing, and the top hockey players in North America are already tearing up the ice. Ready to watch NHL games all season long?
Check back daily for daily updates to the 2025-2026 NHL schedule, so you never miss a moment of the action.
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NHL Games on Today
All times ET
Thursday, Jan. 15
| Game | Time | Channels |
| Vancouver Canucks at Columbus Blue Jackets | 7:00 PM | ESPN Unlimited, NHL Center Ice |
| San Jose Sharks at Washington Capitals | 7:00 PM | NBC Sports California, ESPN Unlimited, NHL Center Ice, NHL Center Ice |
| Montreal Canadiens at Buffalo Sabres | 7:00 PM | ESPN Unlimited, NHL Center Ice |
| Philadelphia Flyers at Pittsburgh Penguins | 7:00 PM | ESPN, ESPN Deportes |
| Seattle Kraken at Boston Bruins | 8:00 PM | NESN, ESPN Unlimited, , NHL Center Ice |
| Winnipeg Jets at Minnesota Wild | 8:00 PM | ESPN Unlimited, NHL Center Ice |
| Calgary Flames at Chicago Blackhawks | 8:30 PM | ESPN Unlimited, Chicago Sports Network Plus, NHL Center Ice |
| New York Islanders at Edmonton Oilers | 9:00 PM | ESPN Unlimited, NHL Center Ice |
| Dallas Stars at Utah Mammoth | 9:00 PM | Victory+, ESPN Unlimited, NHL Center Ice |
| Toronto Maple Leafs at Vegas Golden Knights | 9:30 PM | ESPN, ESPN Deportes |
Where to Watch NHL Games
There are plenty of places to make sure you don’t miss a moment of your favorite NHL team’s season. Here’s where to watch NHL hockey games on TV today and all season long:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- TNT – 245
- ESPN – 206
- ABC –Check local listings
- NHL Network
- NHL® CENTER ICE®*
*currently available for satellite customers
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2025-2026 NHL season start?
The NHL season begins on October 7, 2025.
When does the 2025-2026 NHL season end?
The NHL season ends on April 16, 2026.
Who won the NHL Stanley Cup Final last season?
The Florida Panthers won the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Final.
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