Why NHL games can be hard to find in 2026-27
Trying to figure out where to watch NHL games can sometimes feel like a game of its own. During the 2026-27 season, games are spread across national networks, local channels, regional sports networks, new league-operated team channels, and a host of league, team or other subscription streaming services. The channel or service carrying a game can also change based on the matchup and where a fan lives.
The good news: DIRECTV makes it easier to find the NHL schedule, game time and viewing information for a favorite team in one place.
Best way to find NHL games quickly
Introducing the DIRECTV NHL Team Finder, an easy way to answer two of hockey fans’ biggest questions: “When does my NHL team play?” and “What channel is the NHL game on?”
Select a favorite team to quickly find:
- The team’s upcoming NHL schedule, including game dates and start times
- The TV channel or streaming service carrying each game
- Local viewing information based on availability
- Nearby sports bars showing the game
Instead of searching through multiple NHL TV schedules, channel guides and streaming apps, fans can get the information they need in seconds and get back to the action.
Where to watch NHL games this season
DIRECTV has the channels and streaming services most fans need to watch NHL games throughout the 2026-27 regular season and Stanley Cup Playoffs. Coverage is available across ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC, TNT, TBS, NHL Network, regional sports networks, local channels, new league-operated team channels, and additional viewing options through Prime Video, HBO Max and the ESPN app.
For fans who want even more hockey, NHL® CENTER ICE® offers up to 40 out-of-market games a week with a subscription on DIRECTV satellite service.*
Stream more NHL games with MySports®
The MySports Genre Pack® gives hockey fans access to many of the channels they need to watch NHL teams play live, including ESPN and ABC, TNT and TBS, plus the ESPN app.
That means more regular-season games, national matchups and Stanley Cup Playoffs coverage available in one sports-focused package.
Watch out-of-market games with NHL® CENTER ICE®
With an NHL® CENTER ICE® subscription on DIRECTV satellite service, fans can watch up to 40 out-of-market games a week during the regular season.* NHL Network™ is also included with the subscription.
It is an easy way to follow a favorite team from outside its local market and catch more hockey from around the league.
Whether searching for NHL games today, a favorite team’s full schedule or the channel for tonight’s matchup, use the team finder above to find the latest viewing information fast.
*Available on DIRECTV satellite only. Blackout restrictions and other conditions may apply.
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