Want to catch the NHL action this season? ESPN, ABC, Hulu, and more will air exclusive games, including key playoff matchups.

TNT is also in the mix, covering big regular-season games and the Stanley Cup Final. Plus, there’s a way to stream it all without cable. Here’s what you need to know.

How to Watch the Stanley Cup Livestream

If you want to watch every game in the NHL regular season and playoffs, you’ll need access to multiple networks and streaming services. Here’s where you can catch the action:

• ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+, and Hulu: These will broadcast 100 exclusive regular-season games. They’ll also air the Stanley Cup Playoffs and one conference final.
• TNT: A total of 62 regular-season games will air on TNT. The network will also cover half of the playoffs, including the first and second rounds, one conference final, and the 2025 Stanley Cup Final.
• truTV and Max: All TNT broadcasts will be simulcast on truTV and available for streaming with Max’s B/R Sports Add-On. If you subscribe to Max, this is another way to watch games without traditional cable.
• The Golf Channel, NHL Network: Historically, a handful of Stanley Cup games have aired on these channels.
• NHL TV: As the official streaming service of the NHL, it airs every game.

The 8 Best TV Streaming Apps

How to Access Stanley Cup Livestreams From NBC, NBC Sports, CNBC, and USA

Since individual games will appear on four networks, the best way to stream the NHL playoffs is to use a streaming service that includes everything.

Television streaming services provide live access to the same channels you would typically watch through cable or satellite, but you stream them over the internet instead.

To take advantage of one of these services, you need a subscription to the service, a device that’s capable of streaming, and a high-speed internet connection.

These services provide access to different combinations of channels, and some have better coverage for networks like NBC. That means some have better coverage for NHL playoff games than others.

Devices that are capable of streaming include your computer (through any modern web browser), your smartphone, a set-top box like a Roku, and game consoles like the Xbox One, Xbox S/X, PS4, and PS5.

Here are your options, including the relevant channels they offer:

• Hulu with Live TV: For most people, Hulu + Live TV is the best option for streaming NHL playoff games. It includes NBC Sports, CNBC, USA, and has NBC in more markets than its competitors.
• YouTube TV: Another good option, as it offers all the necessary channels and has NBC in a large number of markets.
• DirecTV Stream: This one’s a viable option as well if it provides NBC where you live.
• fuboTV: A good bet, but it only offers NBC in a limited number of markets.
• Sling TV: Sling TV is also an option, but in limited markets. However, if you choose Sling, you’ll need to pay for the News Extra add-on.

Livestream the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Your Phone, Tablet, or Streaming Device

If you want to watch the Stanley Cup playoffs on your mobile device, set-top box, or game console, here are the apps you’ll need:

• iOS: Hulu, NBC Sports, CNBC, USA
• Android: Hulu, NBC Sports, CNBC, USA
• Amazon devices: Hulu, NBC Sports, CNBC, USA
• Roku: Hulu, NBC Sports, CNBC, USA
• PlayStation: Hulu, NBC Sports,
• Xbox: Hulu, NBC Sports, CNBC

Stream the Stanley Cup Playoffs On NHL TV

The NHL has a streaming service called NHL TV. For a monthly subscription, you can stream live games in a web browser or on your smart TV.

Although it’s not available in the United States, you can subscribe from dozens of other countries.

Sign up on the official website to start watching in your browser. To watch on your TV, download the NHL TV streaming app on your smart TV and then log in to your account.

The Full Stanley Cup Playoffs Calendar

Visit ESPN for the latest on the Stanley Cup playoff matchups.

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