How to watch the NHL without cable in 2026
The 2026-27 NHL season opens on September 29, 2026 with all 32 teams in action, running through an 82-game regular season into April 2027 before the Stanley Cup Playoffs. With marquee national matchups on ESPN and ABC plus around-the-clock coverage on NHL Network, Fubo brings the full NHL season together in one place — no cable box required. This guide breaks down how to stream the NHL on Fubo.
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Why Fubo is the best choice for NHL fans
Fubo carries the core NHL broadcast lineup — ESPN, ABC, and NHL Network — for national games all season long. Fubo also carries many regional sports networks (RSNs) for local team broadcasts. With Fubo you get:
- ESPN and ABC — national NHL game broadcasts, including marquee matchups and playoff coverage
- NHL Network — around-the-clock hockey coverage, analysis, and select live games
- Regional sports networks — local team broadcasts where available (coverage varies by market)
- Unlimited Cloud DVR — record games and watch on your schedule
- Multiview — watch multiple games at once on supported devices
- Apps on phones, tablets, smart TVs, Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, and more
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What you get with Fubo this NHL season
Fubo brings together the networks that carry the bulk of the NHL season:
| Network | What's on it | On Fubo? |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN | National NHL game broadcasts | ✅ |
| ABC | Select national NHL games | ✅ |
| NHL Network | Live games, analysis, and highlights | ✅ |
| Regional sports networks | Local team broadcasts | ✅ (varies by market) |
Regional sports network availability depends on your location and broadcast rights, so your local team's in-market games may vary.
Key dates to know
- Season opener: September 29, 2026 — all 32 teams in action
- NHL All-Star Weekend: February 5-6, 2027 — UBS Arena in Elmont, New York
- Regular season finale: April 10, 2027 — all 32 teams in action
- Stanley Cup Playoffs: April 2027
- Stanley Cup Final: June 2027
Tips for streaming the NHL like a pro
- Start with Fubo for full coverage — ESPN, ABC, NHL Network, and your local RSN (where available) in one app.
- Set up Unlimited Cloud DVR — record games across the league and catch up on the ones you missed.
- Use Multiview — watch several games side by side during a busy night of hockey.
- Check your local RSN — regional sports network availability varies by market, so confirm your team's local broadcasts.
This week in the NHL on Fubo
Upcoming games on Fubo:
| Date | Matchup | Time | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue Oct 6 | Utah Mammoth at New Jersey Devils | 7:00 PM ET | MSG Sportsnet |
| Tue Oct 6 | New York Islanders at New York Rangers | 7:30 PM ET | ESPN |
| Tue Oct 6 | New York Islanders at New York Rangers | 7:30 PM ET | ESPN Deportes |
| Tue Oct 6 | Florida Panthers at Los Angeles Kings | 10:00 PM ET | ESPN |
| Thu Oct 8 | Chicago Blackhawks at New York Islanders | 7:30 PM ET | MSG Sportsnet |
| Fri Oct 9 | New York Rangers at Washington Capitals | 7:00 PM ET | MSG |
| Sat Oct 10 | Philadelphia Flyers at Boston Bruins | 1:00 PM ET | NHL Network |
| Sat Oct 10 | Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | 3:30 PM ET | MSG Sportsnet |
| Sat Oct 10 | Toronto Maple Leafs at Colorado Avalanche | 7:00 PM ET | NHL Network |
| Sat Oct 10 | Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Islanders | 7:30 PM ET | MSG Sportsnet |
| Sun Oct 11 | Vancouver Canucks at New York Rangers | 6:00 PM ET | MSG |
| Sun Oct 11 | Carolina Hurricanes at Philadelphia Flyers | 7:00 PM ET | NHL Network |
| Mon Oct 12 | Ottawa Senators at New Jersey Devils | 7:00 PM ET | MSG Sportsnet |
| Tue Oct 13 | New Jersey Devils at Detroit Red Wings | 6:00 PM ET | ESPN |
| Tue Oct 13 | Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers | 7:15 PM ET | MSG |
| Tue Oct 13 | Vancouver Canucks at New York Islanders | 7:45 PM ET | MSG Sportsnet |
| Tue Oct 13 | Colorado Avalanche at Dallas Stars | 8:30 PM ET | ESPN |
| Tue Oct 13 | Boston Bruins at San Jose Sharks | 11:00 PM ET | ESPN |
| Thu Oct 15 | New York Rangers at New Jersey Devils | 7:00 PM ET | MSG |
| Thu Oct 15 | New York Islanders at Ottawa Senators | 7:00 PM ET | MSG Sportsnet |
What to watch:
The Rangers enter their home matchup against the Capitals sitting atop the Metropolitan Division with six points from four games — and this one carries weight beyond the standings. Alex Ovechkin has announced this is his final NHL season, making every Washington road game a farewell of consequence. Meanwhile, Toronto's Gavin McKenna, the first overall pick in the 2026 draft, faces a Colorado team that poured in 14 goals across its first two games. Both matchups pit genuine intrigue against genuine competition.
The bottom line
Here's the best way to stream the NHL in 2026:
- Start with Fubo for NHL coverage — ESPN, ABC, NHL Network, and your local RSN in one app.
- Use Unlimited Cloud DVR and Multiview across every screen so you never miss a shift.
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