The 2027 Stanley Cup Playoffs are projected to begin on Saturday, April 17, 2027, following the NHL’s transition to an expanded 84-game regular season. National TV coverage will be split between ABC, ESPN, TNT, and TBS, with every game available to stream via ESPN+ or the Max (B/R Sports Add-on). You can download our free 2027 printable NHL bracket (PDF) below to track every matchup from the first round through the Stanley Cup Finals, which are expected to conclude by June 23, 2027 for the 2027 NHL Playoff Schedule
- TV Channels: ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, TBS.
- Streaming: Watch live via ESPN+, Max (B/R Sports Add-on), and Hulu + Live TV.
- Projected Opening Game: Eastern Conference Matchup – 1:00 PM ET (ABC/ESPN+).
- Last Possible Day: The Stanley Cup Finals must conclude by Wednesday, June 23, 2027.
2027 NHL Playoffs Schedule Overview
The national broadcast rights for the NHL remain with the winning partnership of The Walt Disney Company (ABC/ESPN) and Warner Bros. Discovery (TNT/TBS). For the first round, games are staggered to provide near-continuous coverage from early afternoon through the late-night West Coast puck drops.Here’s all of the info for the projected opening day schedule and broadcast coverage for you.
Where to Stream:
- ESPN+: The essential home for every game airing on ABC and ESPN.
- Max: Subscribers with the B/R Sports Add-on can stream every game broadcast on TNT and TBS.
- Regional Networks: Local fans may still find first-round coverage on their specific Regional Sports Networks (RSNs), though national broadcasts will be the primary source for out-of-market viewers.
Saturday, April 17: Projected Opening Day Schedule
| Game | Matchup (Seeds) | Time (ET) | TV Channel |
| East Game 1 | (WC2) at (A1) | 1:00 PM | ABC / ESPN+ |
| East Game 1 | (A3) at (A2) | 4:00 PM | TNT / Max |
| West Game 1 | (WC2) at (C1) | 7:00 PM | ESPN / ESPN+ |
| West Game 1 | (WC1) at (P1) | 10:00 PM | TBS / Max |
Sunday, April 18: Projected Schedule
| Game | Matchup (Seeds) | Time (ET) | TV Channel |
| East Game 1 | (WC1) at (M1) | 12:30 PM | ABC / ESPN+ |
| East Game 1 | (M3) at (M2) | 3:00 PM | ABC / ESPN+ |
| West Game 1 | (C3) at (C2) | 6:00 PM | ESPN / ESPN+ |
| West Game 1 | (P3) at (P2) | 9:00 PM | ESPN2 |
2027 NHL Playoff Key Dates & Rounds
- First Round: April 17 – May 2, 2027
- Second Round: May 4 – May 17, 2027 (Projected)
- Conference Finals: May 19 – June 2, 2027 (Projected)
- Stanley Cup Finals: June 5 – June 23, 2027 (Last possible day)
2027 Stanley Cup Playoffs – Conference Finals
| MATCHUP | DATE | TIME (ET) | TV |
| Winner of 1-4-5-8 vs. Winner of 2-3-6-7. | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Stanley Cup Finals Schedule – 2027
| MATCHUP | DATE | TIME (ET) | TV |
| Game 1 | June 5th (tent) | TBD | TBD |
| Game 2 | June TBD – 23 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 3 | June TBD – 23 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 4 | June TBD – 23 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 5* | June TBD – 23 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 6* | June TBD – 23 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 7* | June TBD – 23 | TBD | TBD |
Printable 2027 NHL Playoff Bracket
Here’s the printable 2027 NHL Playoff Bracket for you. You can download or print the PDF or use the image file. Enjoy.
NHL Playoffs 2027 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What channel are the NHL Playoffs on today? For the 2027 season, national coverage is split between the Disney networks (ABC, ESPN, ESPN2) and Warner Bros. Discovery (TNT, TBS, truTV).
Will there be NHL playoff games on Peacock or Amazon Prime? Currently, the NHL national TV contract in the U.S. is exclusive to Disney and WBD through the 2027-28 season. No playoff games are expected to air exclusively on Peacock or Amazon at this time.
How can I watch the Stanley Cup Finals? In 2027, the Stanley Cup Finals will be broadcast exclusively on TNT and streamed via the Max app, alternating years with ABC.
NHL Playoff Resources
- [Printable] Official 2027 NHL Playoff Bracket (PDF): Download our finalized, high-resolution bracket.
- [AI Analysis] 2026 NHL AI Predictions & Stanley Cup Probabilities: See which teams our model favored after the 84-game season for 2025-26.
- [Interactive] Custom NHL Bracket Maker: Build your own postseason path and share your picks.
- [Printable] 2026-27 NHL Regular Season Schedules: All of the regular season schedules in PDF format for each team (once released).
