NHL playoff action is now underway, with a comprehensive schedule available at your fingertips.
The 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final is here. The Vegas Golden Knights will face the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 tonight. The Knights vs. Hurricanes game is set for 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ABC tonight. Here's what you need to know so you won't miss a single game of the 2026 NHL Final.
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The highly anticipated 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final is scheduled.
TV channel: ABC
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Thehighly anticipated 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final is scheduled.
TV channel:ABC
08The 2026 NHL postseason schedule is out.
The NHL postseason kicked off on April 18, with the championship series culminating in the Stanley Cup Final from June 3 to 19.
10Find out which networks are airing the final series.
ABC is set to broadcast the last episodes.
12Catch the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final live on TV or online for free.
Catch the thrilling conclusion to the NHL season on ABC television broadcasts.
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16NHL Stanley Cup Final schedule released.
Tuesday, June 2
The first matchup of the NHL Stanley Cup Final is set for the evening.
Thursday, June 4
The second game of the series features the Vegas Golden Knights against the Carolina Hurricanes, airing at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
Saturday, June 6
The Carolina Hurricanes are set to face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 3. This matchup will take place at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, with ABC broadcasting live coverage.
Tuesday, June 9
The fourth game of the series pits the Carolina Hurricanes against the Vegas Golden Knights, broadcast live on ABC at 8 p.m. ET.
Thursday, June 11
The fifth game of the series, if required, will feature the Golden Knights against the Hurricanes on ABC at 8 p.m. ET.
Sunday, June 14
The decisive Game 6 is set for a potential showdown between the Hurricanes and Golden Knights at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
Wednesday, June 17
The crucial Game 7 matchup is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET on ABC, featuring the Golden Knights against the Hurricanes.
