Get ready hockey fans, the NHL’s much-anticipated opening night for the 2026-27 season has been officially revealed.
The excitement kicks off on Tuesday, Sept. 29, with a lineup of five thrilling games to mark the beginning of the 84-game season. Among the highly-anticipated matchups, fans can look forward to an Original Six showdown between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens, as well as a Pacific Division clash featuring the Edmonton Oilers against the Vancouver Canucks, both airing on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.
In a break from the recent tradition, the Leafs will be hitting the ice on opening night after a four-season hiatus, bringing a new level of excitement to the start of the season.
Action-packed games start at 5 p.m. ET, with the Stanley Cup champions, the Carolina Hurricanes, facing off against the Florida Panthers.
Other key matchups include the New York Rangers taking on the Boston Bruins in another Original Six battle, and the Vegas Golden Knights hosting the Chicago Blackhawks.
But that’s not all. The NHL has also unveiled a lineup of exciting events throughout the season, including the Heritage Classic, NHL Global Series, NHL Winter Classic, and Stadium Series, promising fans a season filled with unforgettable moments on and off the ice.
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