2024-2025 NHL Schedule (Key Dates!)

Updated: October 22, 2024

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How to live stream NHL games in 2024

From the preseason through the Stanley Cup Finals, you can stream every game on the NHL schedule with ExpressVPN by following just a few simple steps:

  1. Get ExpressVPN.
  2. Connect to the server location that matches your desired broadcaster. For example, Canadian fans can connect to a Toronto server to watch the free CBC stream.
  3. Enjoy the hockey!

Why you need a VPN to stream the NHL

Some internet and network providers might slow your connection if they think you’re streaming too much, causing laggy streams and buffering. But by using a VPN, you can encrypt your traffic, keep your online activity private from your ISP, and bypass throttling to watch NHL games without any issues.

If you’re working at night and the Wi-Fi at your job blocks streaming services, you could miss out on watching some games. But with a VPN, your activity is encrypted and anonymized, allowing you to unblock streaming platforms with ease. Just make sure you don’t cheer too loudly and catch your bosses’ attention.

Best VPN for watching the NHL in 2024

ExpressVPN has a global network of servers in 105 countries, which work seamlessly with sports streaming services that broadcast the NHL, such as ESPN+ and Fubo. Our 10-Gbps servers give you a blazing-fast VPN connection, so you never have to worry about buffering or lag during those tense finishes. 

You can connect up to 8 devices to the VPN at once with a single account, so you can watch any game of your choosing on your smart TV while your family streams their favorite shows or movies on their own devices. Try ExpressVPN now with a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee.

Where to live stream NHL games

Check out our NHL hub for info on where to stream NHL games in the United States, Canada, and around the world.

2024-25 NHL schedule key dates

DateEvent
October 4, 2024NHL Global Series (Buffalo Sabres vs. New Jersey Devils in Prague)
October 8, 2024NHL Opening Night
October 22, 2024Frozen Frenzy
November 1-2, 2024NHL Global Series (Florida Panthers vs. Dallas Stars in Finland)
December 31, 2024NHL Winter Classic (Chicago Blackhawks vs. St. Louis Blues at Wrigley Field in Chicago)
January 18, 2025Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada
February 12-20, 2025NHL 4 Nations Face-Off
March 1, 2025NHL Stadium Series (Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Detroit Red Wings at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio)
April 19, 2025NHL Playoffs begin

Live stream the NHL on all your streaming devices

ExpressVPN is compatible with all major streaming devices, from smartphones and tablets to gaming consoles and smart TVs. You’re set to watch the NHL at home or on the go. You can even connect up to eight devices with a single account.

ExpressVPN is a VPN service not intended to be used as a means of copyright circumvention. Please read the ExpressVPN Terms of Service and your content provider’s Terms of Use for more details.

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