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Watch NHL Playoffs Live on DIRECTV

Don’t Get Shut Out of the 2025-26 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs

DIRECTV has the channels you need to stream the NHL Playoffs, including ABC, ESPN, TBS, TNT, HBO Max & ESPN Unlimited.

Watch NHL Playoffs games live with DIRECTV

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All the NHL® hockey in one place

Add an NHL® Center Ice® subscription to your DIRECTV satellite service and get up to 40 out-of-market games a week*. You’ll also get NHL Network™ included!
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MySports means more playoff hockey

The MySports Genre Pack gives you access to all of the channels you need to watch the 2026 NHL Playoffs. Enjoy seamless streaming on ABC, ESPN, TNT, and TBS, plus ESPN Unlimited for free, with no contracts, no hassle — just nonstop hockey action.

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Personalized your NHL Playoffs experience

Customize DIRECTV Sports Central™ with your favorite hockey teams to see live and upcoming games throughout the 2026 NHL Playoffs, plus get real-time league stats, game time notifications and even pre-game odds, right on your TV.
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Get winning NHL Playoffs coverage

DIRECTV has all the networks you need to watch the 2025-26 NHL playoffs. You’ll find games live on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, TNT. Get started today and catch every puck drop of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs!
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Get MySports® – the ultimate sports lineup for fans for just $64.99/mo. $44.99/mo. for the first 2 months.

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Where can I watch NHL games with DIRECTV?

Watch the biggest games of the 2025-26 NHL regular season & playoffs live on DIRECTV across ABC, ESPN, TNT, TBS, Regional Sports Networks & ESPN Unlimited.

Type of Game
Channels on DIRECTV
Streaming Services & Add-Ons

Regular season games

Regular season games

ABC, ESPN, TNT, TBS, Regional Sports Networks & NHL Network
Prime Video, HBO Max, ESPN Unlimited*

Stanley Cup Playoffs

Stanley Cup Playoffs

ABC, ESPN, TNT, TBS
HBO Max, ESPN Unlimited*

Out-of-market games

Out-of-market games

RSNs

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EXPERIENCE NHL WITH DIRECTV SPORTS CENTRAL

With Sports Central, you can keep up with your teams easier than ever

Whether the game is on live TV or streaming services, you can access them all right in the DIRECTV interface.

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Get 40+ sports channels with DIRECTV Sports Pack

Get access to 40+ regional and specialty networks, including NHL Network, MLB Network, NBA TV and more. Follow your favorite teams all season long with expanded coverage across leagues.

Add DIRECTV Sports Pack
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*Some DIRECTV Sports Pack channels are also included in some base packages. Blackouts apply. RSNs are only included for customers with CHOICE™ package or higher. RSNs vary by market. Due to local blackouts, out-of-market professional sports games are available by separate subscriptions.
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ESPN Unlimited: The same great coverage with a new name

DIRECTV streaming, satellite & MySports customers have full access to the all-new ESPN app, ESPN Unlimited, at no extra cost!

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ONE PLACE FOR ALL YOUR RINK ACTION

NHL® CENTER ICE® Game Mix channel

DIRECTV satellite customers with NHL® CENTER ICE® and HD equipment can watch up to 8 NHL games on one screen. Access the Game Mix channel on 770-1.

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Get more out of the game

DIRECTV INSIDER goes beyond the box score to bring you the stories that make the game. From the rich traditions and passionate rivalries to the day-to-day schedules, relevant watch guides, and more.

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DIRECTV has your NHL games and all the information you need to keep up with the league all season long.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • NHL playoff games are broadcast across ABC, ESPN, TNT and TBS and are available to watch live through DIRECTV. For streaming options, ESPN Unlimited is included in the MySports Genre Pack, and HBO Max can be integrated with your DIRECTV interface.
  • The MySports™ Genre Pack™ from DIRECTV is the most affordable way to watch NHL games on channels like ABC, ESPN, TBS, TNT, NHL Network, and regional sports networks. The MySports™ Genre Pack designed for sports fans who want to watch live games without having to pay extra for channels they don’t want or need. Pricing starts at $64.99/mo. and includes channels like ABC, ESPN, TBS, TNT, NHL Network, and regional sports networks, plus ESPN Unlimited for free.
  • NHL Playoff games air across ABC, ESPN, TNT and TBS and are available to stream on ESPN Unlimited and HBO Max, depending on the matchup and round. Availability may vary, and streaming services require separate subscriptions.
  • You can watch out-of-market NHL games with NHL® CENTER ICE®, available as an add-on through DIRECTV. NHL® CENTER ICE® provides live and on-demand access to games outside your local market. The DIRECTV Sports Pack also includes 30+ out-of-market regional sports networks, which may carry additional games depending on team coverage and availability.
  • You can watch NHL games live on DIRECTV on ABC, ESPN, TBS, TNT, NHL Network, and regional sports networks. For additional coverage, you can add NHL® CENTER ICE® to watch out-of-market games. Some games may also stream on apps like Prime Video, Hulu or HBO Max with a separate subscription.
  • Yes. NHL® CENTER ICE® is available for satellite customers only, as an add-on through DIRECTV. You can subscribe through your DIRECTV account online or directly from your TV to watch out-of-market NHL games live or on demand during the regular season.
  • The MySports™ Genre Pack™ from DIRECTV is a strong option for watching NHL games, with channels like ABC, ESPN and NHL Network included. It’s designed for sports fans who want to watch live hockey games and other professional sports without paying for extra entertainment channels.
  • NHL playoff games are broadcast across ABC, ESPN, TNT and TBS and are available to watch live through DIRECTV. For streaming options, ESPN Unlimited is included in the MySports Genre Pack, and HBO Max can be integrated with your DIRECTV interface.
  • NHL Playoff games air across ABC, ESPN, TNT and TBS and are available to stream on ESPN Unlimited and HBO Max, depending on the matchup and round. Availability may vary, and streaming services require separate subscriptions.
  • You can watch NHL games live on DIRECTV on ABC, ESPN, TBS, TNT, NHL Network, and regional sports networks. For additional coverage, you can add NHL® CENTER ICE® to watch out-of-market games. Some games may also stream on apps like Prime Video, Hulu or HBO Max with a separate subscription.
  • The MySports™ Genre Pack™ from DIRECTV is a strong option for watching NHL games, with channels like ABC, ESPN and NHL Network included. It’s designed for sports fans who want to watch live hockey games and other professional sports without paying for extra entertainment channels.
  • The MySports™ Genre Pack™ from DIRECTV is the most affordable way to watch NHL games on channels like ABC, ESPN, TBS, TNT, NHL Network, and regional sports networks. The MySports™ Genre Pack designed for sports fans who want to watch live games without having to pay extra for channels they don’t want or need. Pricing starts at $64.99/mo. and includes channels like ABC, ESPN, TBS, TNT, NHL Network, and regional sports networks, plus ESPN Unlimited for free.
  • You can watch out-of-market NHL games with NHL® CENTER ICE®, available as an add-on through DIRECTV. NHL® CENTER ICE® provides live and on-demand access to games outside your local market. The DIRECTV Sports Pack also includes 30+ out-of-market regional sports networks, which may carry additional games depending on team coverage and availability.
  • Yes. NHL® CENTER ICE® is available for satellite customers only, as an add-on through DIRECTV. You can subscribe through your DIRECTV account online or directly from your TV to watch out-of-market NHL games live or on demand during the regular season.
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