The Vegas Golden Knights open the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 19, 2026, hosting the Utah Mammoth at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Vegas earned the top seed in the Pacific Division with 95 points, while Utah qualified as the Western Conference’s first Wild Card with 92 points. Game 1 airs on ESPN, with the series also airing on ESPN2 and TBS through the first round.
Golden Knights vs. Mammoth: First Round Schedule
Here’s the complete first round schedule for the Golden Knights vs. Mammoth, via the NHL’s official first round schedule. Games 5 through 7 are if necessary.
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Site | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 19 (Sun) | 10:00 p.m. | vs. Utah (T-Mobile Arena) | ESPN, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 2 | TBD | 9:30 p.m. | vs. Utah (T-Mobile Arena) | ESPN2, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 3 | TBD | 9:30 p.m. | @ Utah (Delta Center) | TBS, Max, SN360, TVAS |
| 4 | April 27 (Mon) | TBD | @ Utah (Delta Center) | ESPN |
| *5 | April 29 (Wed) | TBD | vs. Utah | TBD |
| *6 | May 1 (Fri) | TBD | @ Utah (Delta Center) | TBD |
| *7 | May 3 (Sun) | TBD | vs. Utah | TBD |
* If necessary. Game times and TV assignments for Games 5-7 are TBD and will be updated as the series progresses.
Vegas Golden Knights Playoff FAQ
When do the Vegas Golden Knights start the 2026 NHL Playoffs?
The Vegas Golden Knights open the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 19, 2026, hosting the Utah Mammoth at T-Mobile Arena. Game 1 begins at 10:00 p.m. ET and airs on ESPN.
Who do the Vegas Golden Knights play in the first round?
The Vegas Golden Knights face the Utah Mammoth in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Vegas earned the top seed in the Pacific Division with 95 points, while Utah qualified as the Western Conference’s first Wild Card with 92 points.
Where do the Golden Knights play their 2026 home playoff games?
The Vegas Golden Knights play their 2026 first round home games at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Games 1, 2, 5, and 7 (if necessary) are scheduled at T-Mobile Arena, which seats approximately 17,500 for hockey.
What TV channels broadcast the Golden Knights-Mammoth playoff series?
Game 1 airs on ESPN. Game 2 airs on ESPN2. Game 3 airs on TBS and Max. Game 4 airs on ESPN. Canadian viewers can watch on SN, SN360, CBC, and TVAS throughout the series.
How did the Vegas Golden Knights qualify for the 2026 playoffs?
The Vegas Golden Knights qualified for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs as the top seed in the Pacific Division, finishing the regular season with 95 points. Vegas drew the Western Conference’s first Wild Card, the Utah Mammoth (92 points), in the first round.
NHL Playoff and Other Resources
- Full 2026 NHL Playoff TV Schedule and Game Times
- Interactive Bracket Maker
- 2026-27 NHL Schedule Release Info
