There’s no better way to heat up in the dead of winter than watching two hockey players smash into the board while one of their teammates steals the puck and sinks into deep into the net. And we get plenty of that each year from October through June!
Here’s our daily guide to watching NHL games on TV in the 2024 season. We’ll keep this page up to date each day, so you don’t miss any of the exciting NHL games today on TV. Will the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers pull of a repeat, or will another hopeful team challenge them for the crown?
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Vegas Golden Knights at Toronto Maple Leafs – 7:30 PM – NHL Center Ice
The Vegas Golden Knights (11-5-2, 67% win, 4 average points for, 34% power play, 78% penalty kill) go up against the Toronto Maple Leafs (11-6-2, 63% win, 3.1 average points for, 19% power play, 84% penalty kill). The Golden Knights, with an impressive offensive firepower and power play efficiency, will be put to the test against the resilient Maple Leafs and their solid penalty kill.
Carolina Hurricanes at Philadelphia Flyers – 7:30 PM – TNT, TNT West
The Carolina Hurricanes (13-4-0, 76% win, 4 average points for, 2.4 average points against, 24% power play percent, 85% penalty kill percent) meet the Philadelphia Flyers (8-9-2, 47% win, 2.9 average points for, 3.5 average points against, 18% power play percent, 86% penalty kill percent). The Hurricanes, boasting one of the season’s strongest records, will aim to maintain their positive momentum against the Flyers, who are striving to break even. The Flyers will need to step up their game, particularly on the defensive side, to fend off the Hurricanes’ potent attack.
San Jose Sharks at Dallas Stars – 8:00 PM – NHL Center Ice
The San Jose Sharks (6-10-4, 40% win, 2.5 average points for, 17% power play, 80% penalty kill) take on the Dallas Stars (11-6-0, 65% win, 3.4 average points for, 17% power play, 84% penalty kill). Despite a struggling start to their season, the Sharks will aim to take advantage of their power play against the Stars’ formidable defense. The Stars, riding high on their recent victories, hope to add another win to their tally.
Nashville Predators at Seattle Kraken – 10:00 PM – TNT, TNT West, truTV
The Nashville Predators (6-10-3, 39% win, 2.4 average points for, 23% power play, 91% penalty kill) go head-to-head with the Seattle Kraken (9-9-1, 50% win, 2.9 average points for, 18% power play, 79% penalty kill). The Predators will seek to add a victory to their record after early season struggles, attempting to leverage their impressive penalty kill stats against the Kraken’s middling power play performance.
Buffalo Sabres at Los Angeles Kings – 10:30 PM – NHL Center Ice
The Buffalo Sabres (8-9-1, 47% win, 3.4 average points for, 18% power play, 77% penalty kill) are take on the LA Kings (10-6-3, 61% win, 3.2 average points for, 16% power play, 80% penalty kill). The Sabres, hovering near a 50% win record, are going to face a tough challenge against the Kings, who have been performing near the top of the standings this season. Buffalo needs to take advantage of their power play opportunities to have a fighting chance against LA’s stronger defense.
Where to Watch NHL Games
There are plenty of places to make sure you don’t miss a moment of your favorite NHL team’s season. Here’s where to watch NHL hockey games on TV today and all season long:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- TNT – 245
- ESPN – 206
- ABC –Check local listings
- NHL Network
- NHL Center Ice*
*currently available for satellite customers
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2024-2025 NHL season start?
The NHL season begins on October 4, 2024.
When does the 2024-2025 NHL season end?
The NHL season ends on April 17, 2025.
Who won the NHL Stanley Cup Final last season?
The Florida Panthers won the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Final.
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