NHL Frozen Frenzy returns on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, the one night when all 32 teams play, 16 games staggered across the evening on the ESPN family of networks so fans can bounce from game to game. First puck is at 6:00 PM ET and the nightcap starts at 11:00 PM ET. Here is the full Frozen Frenzy schedule with ET start times, plus a free printable.
Download the Free Printable Frozen Frenzy Schedule (PDF)
NHL Frozen Frenzy 2026: Quick Facts
Last updated: July 16, 2026
- Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
- Games: 16 (all 32 teams in action)
- Format: Staggered start times so fans can watch every game
- First puck: 6:00 PM ET
- Nightcap: 11:00 PM ET
- TV: ESPN family of networks (ESPN, ESPN+, Hulu)
NHL Frozen Frenzy 2026 Schedule (All 16 Games)
| Time (ET) | Matchup (Away at Home) |
|---|---|
| 6:00 PM | New Jersey Devils at Detroit Red Wings |
| 6:15 PM | Florida Panthers at Columbus Blue Jackets |
| 6:30 PM | Buffalo Sabres at Montreal Canadiens |
| 6:45 PM | Washington Capitals at Carolina Hurricanes |
| 7:00 PM | Seattle Kraken at Philadelphia Flyers |
| 7:15 PM | Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers |
| 7:30 PM | St. Louis Blues at Ottawa Senators |
| 7:45 PM | Vancouver Canucks at New York Islanders |
| 8:00 PM | Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks |
| 8:15 PM | Minnesota Wild at Winnipeg Jets |
| 8:30 PM | Colorado Avalanche at Dallas Stars |
| 8:45 PM | Vegas Golden Knights at Nashville Predators |
| 9:00 PM | Toronto Maple Leafs at Utah Mammoth |
| 9:45 PM | Calgary Flames at Anaheim Ducks |
| 10:30 PM | Edmonton Oilers at Los Angeles Kings |
| 11:00 PM | Boston Bruins at San Jose Sharks |
What Is NHL Frozen Frenzy?
Frozen Frenzy is the NHL and ESPN’s showcase night where every team plays on the same day, with the 16 games given staggered puck drops instead of all starting at once. Whip-around coverage jumps to live goals and big moments across the league, making it one of the most-watched regular-season nights of the year. Start times below are Eastern; the second wave of games on the West Coast keeps the action going late.
NHL Frozen Frenzy 2026: FAQ
When is NHL Frozen Frenzy 2026?
NHL Frozen Frenzy is Tuesday, October 13, 2026, when all 32 teams play, 16 games with staggered start times.
How many games are in Frozen Frenzy?
There are 16 games during Frozen Frenzy, one for all 32 NHL teams, staggered across the evening.
What channel is Frozen Frenzy on?
Frozen Frenzy airs across the ESPN family of networks (ESPN, ESPN+ and Hulu), with whip-around coverage between games.
Is there a printable Frozen Frenzy schedule?
Yes. This page has a free printable 2026 NHL Frozen Frenzy schedule (PDF) with all 16 games and ET start times.
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