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The 2023-24 NHL season is coming to a close, with 32 teams battling it out on the ice for the chance to play for the Stanley Cup.
As the season gets more and more exciting, it might be time to dial up your streaming service lineup to get as much NHL action as possible. Read on for our complete guide on how to watch the NHL live online during the 2023-24 season.
How to watch NHL games without cable
Live NHL game telecasts are distributed across local sports networks (RSNs), ABC, ESPN, NHL Network and TNT, but cablers can watch NHL online using ESPN+ and live TV streaming services such as DirecTV stream or fuboTV . Below are more details on all of these options.
Best Live TV Broadcaster: stream DirecTV
Also, think: fuboTV
Budget option: ESPN+
1. stream NHL games on DirecTV
Offering streams of ABC, ESPN, TNT, NHL Network and several RSNs, DirecTV stream is a great live TV streaming service for cord-cutting NHL fans. You'll want the DirecTV stream's Choice package for the most comprehensive NHL coverage. this plan starts with a free five-day trial and then costs $108.99 per month after that.
2. stream NHL games on fuboTV
Another great live TV streaming service with extensive NHL coverage is fuboTV. The streamer gives you access to ABC, ESPN, NHL Network and RSN (but not TNT). In addition, fuboTV usually offers a free trial (length varies) to new users. After the free trial, plans start at $79.99 per month.
3. stream NHL games on ESPN+
Want a more affordable way to watch NHL games online? Get an ESPN+ subscription for just $10.99 a month. The ESPN streaming service is showing over 1,000 out-of-market NHL games this season, as well as some exclusive games.
How to watch NHL games for free
If you want to watch some NHL games for free, be sure to take advantage of the free trials from DirecTV stream and fuboTV. Get your free 5-day trial of DirecTV stream here and check fuboTV's website here to see if they currently offer a free trial. Just remember to cancel them before the trial window ends to avoid being charged.
NHL Schedule (February 2024)
The 2023-24 NHL season began in October and runs through April 18, when the regular season ends. The 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs begin on April 22.
Here's the schedule for upcoming NHL games below, including start times and TV channel/stream information (time in ET). Watch this full NHL schedule here.
Thursday, February 22
Panthers vs. Hurricanes — 7 p.m. on ESPN+
Capitals vs. Lightning — 7 p.m. on ESPN
Canadiens vs. Penguins — 7 p.m. on ESPN+
Rangers vs. Devils — 7 p.m. on ESPN+
Stars vs. Senators — 7 p.m. on ESPN+
Avalanche vs. Red Wings — 7 p.m. on ESPN+
Islanders vs. Blue — 8 p.m. on ESPN+
Bruins vs. Flames — 9 p.m. on ESPN+
Canucks vs. Kraken — 10 p.m. on ESPN+
Maple Leafs vs. Golden Knights — 10 p.m. on ESPN+
Predators vs. Kings — 10:30 p.m. on ESPN+, Hulu
Friday, February 23
Sabers vs. Blue Jackets — 7 p.m. on the NHL Network
Jets vs. Blackhawks — 8:30 p.m. on ESPN+
Wild vs. Oilers — 9 p.m. on ESPN+
Saturday, February 24
Blues vs. Red Wings — 12 p.m. on ESPN+, ABC
Canadiens vs. Devils — 2 p.m. on ESPN+
Lightning vs. Islanders — 2 p.m. on ESPN+
Rangers vs. Flyers — 3 p.m. on ESPN+, ABC
Capitals vs. Panthers — 6 p.m. on ESPN+
Bruins vs. Canucks — 7 p.m. on ESPN+
Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche — 7 p.m. on the NHL Network
Golden Knights vs. Senators — 7 p.m. on ESPN+
Stars vs. Hurricanes — 8 p.m. on ESPN+
Predators vs. Sharks — 10 p.m. on ESPN+
Flames vs. Oilers — 10 p.m. on ESPN+
Wild vs. Kraken — 10 p.m. on ESPN+
Ducks vs. Kings — 10:30 p.m. on ESPN+
Sunday, February 25
Lightning vs. Devils — 1 p.m. on TNT
Flyers vs. Penguins — 3:30 p.m. on TNT
Red Wings vs. Blackhawks — 6 p.m. on the NHL Network
Hurricanes vs. Sabers — 6 p.m. on ESPN+
Coyotes vs. Jets — 6 p.m. on ESPN+
Rangers vs. Blue Jackets — 6 p.m. on ESPN+
Predators vs. Ducks — 8 p.m. on ESPN+
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