Complete Hockey Streaming Guide for 2026
The NHL's media rights deal with ESPN and TNT has expanded streaming access significantly. Here's everything you need to know about watching hockey online.
NHL on ESPN+
ESPN+ is the most important streaming service for hockey fans, carrying a massive slate of out-of-market games throughout the regular season. At $10.99/month, it's one of the best values in sports streaming for NHL coverage. ESPN+ also carries exclusive national games that don't appear on linear ESPN.
National Broadcasts
ESPN and ABC carry national games throughout the season, with TNT adding marquee matchups. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are split between ESPN/ABC and TNT, with the Stanley Cup Final alternating between the two networks. These games are available through any live TV streaming service.
Stanley Cup Playoffs
The NHL playoffs feature 16 teams in four rounds of best-of-seven series from April through June. Every playoff game is nationally broadcast — no RSN coverage needed. ESPN, ABC, and TNT split the coverage, with all games also available on ESPN+ for subscribers.