NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE ON DIRECTV
The ultimate power play for NHL fans
Upcoming NHL games
DIRECTV has the most NHL games.* So you don’t have to miss a face-off, hat trick or sudden-death overtime, no matter where you live.
*Compared to cable, Dish, and most streaming providers. RSNs avail. with CHOICE package or higher. Availability of RSNs varies by ZIP code and package.
All the NHL® action in one place
With DIRECTV, everything you need to watch & stream the NHL is in one place. Connect your NHL® Center Ice® subscription to DIRECTV and get NHL Network & more available at the click of a button.Top hockey talent, on & off the ice
Watch NHL games live & get the best expert commentary afterwards with NHL Network shows & programming like NHL Tonight, NHL Now & more.Stream the biggest NHL events of the season
Don’t miss the 2024 Discover NHL Winter Classic® January 1, 2024, on TNT (channel 245) or 2024 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series starting February 17 on ABC.Personalized live hockey experience
Customize DIRECTV Sports Central with your favorite hockey teams to see live and upcoming National Hockey League (NHL) games, plus get real-time league stats, game time notifications and even pre-game odds, right on your TV.Watch NHL history being made
Hockey fans with DIRECTV can also watch the American Hockey League (AHL) on NHL Network, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) games live on ESPNU & more to see future NHL stars get their starts.Get the best Stanley Cup coverage
DIRECTV has all the networks you need to watch the 2024 Stanley Cup finals. You’ll find postseason games on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, TNT & the top Regional Sports Channels.Get more out of the game
DIRECTV INSIDER goes beyond the box score to bring you the stories that make the game. From the rich traditions and passionate rivalries to the day-to-day schedules, relevant watch guides, and more.
See which Regional Sports Networks are available to you
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Get prepped for game day
With team schedules, roster notes, player news, and more, you’ll know where to watch and what’s at stake before the puck hits the ice.
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Frequently asked questions
NHL Network delivers live games, daily highlight shows and up-to-the-minute hockey news during hockey season on channel 215. Shows include NHL Now™, NHL Tonight™, and On the Fly™, plus so much more.
NHL®CENTER ICE®, broadcast on channels 769-785, gives you up to 40 out-of-market games each week so you never miss your favorite hockey team. Your subscription to NHL® CENTER ICE® includes the NHL Network. After hockey season you will need to subscribe to a TV package which includes the NHL Network to continue viewing, such as the ULTIMATE or PREMIER package. Or you can add DIRECTV SPORTS PACK for less than $15 per month.
Can I watch NHL games if I do not subscribe to NHL® CENTER ICE®, or have NHL Network included in my DIRECTV package?
There are 32 teams split into divisions within the Eastern and Western Conference. Explore the full team list above which includes schedules, scores rosters and more. Or you can go directly to our NHL information guide.
How many games does the NHL have each season?
The NHL hosts 1,312 games, which is 82 games for each NHL team.
How many Canadian teams are included the National Hockey League?