The Edmonton Oilers open the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday, April 20, 2026, hosting the Anaheim Ducks at Rogers Place in Edmonton. Edmonton earned the No. 2 seed in the Pacific Division with 93 points, while Anaheim qualified as the Pacific’s third seed with 92 points. The series opener airs on ESPN2, with the series continuing on TBS, TNT, and ESPN through the first round.
Oilers vs. Ducks: First Round Schedule
Here’s the complete first round schedule for the Oilers vs. Ducks, via the NHL’s official first round schedule. Games 5 through 7 are if necessary.
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Site | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 20 (Mon) | 10:00 p.m. | vs. Anaheim (Rogers Place) | ESPN2, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 2 | April 22 (Wed) | 10:00 p.m. | vs. Anaheim (Rogers Place) | TBS, Max, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 3 | April 24 (Fri) | 10:00 p.m. | @ Anaheim (Honda Center) | TNT, truTV, Max, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 4 | April 26 (Sun) | 9:30 p.m. | @ Anaheim (Honda Center) | ESPN, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| *5 | April 28 (Tue) | TBD | vs. Anaheim | TBD |
| *6 | April 30 (Thu) | TBD | @ Anaheim (Honda Center) | TBD |
| *7 | May 2 (Sat) | TBD | vs. Anaheim | TBD |
* If necessary. Game times and TV assignments for Games 5-7 are TBD and will be updated as the series progresses.
Edmonton Oilers Playoff FAQ
When do the Edmonton Oilers start the 2026 NHL Playoffs?
The Edmonton Oilers open the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday, April 20, 2026, hosting the Anaheim Ducks at Rogers Place. Game 1 begins at 10:00 p.m. ET and airs on ESPN2.
Who do the Edmonton Oilers play in the first round?
The Edmonton Oilers face the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Edmonton earned the No. 2 seed in the Pacific Division with 93 points, while Anaheim qualified as the Pacific’s third seed with 92 points.
Where do the Oilers play their 2026 home playoff games?
The Edmonton Oilers play their 2026 first round home games at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta. Games 1, 2, 5, and 7 (if necessary) are scheduled at Rogers Place, which seats approximately 18,347 for hockey.
What TV channels broadcast the Oilers-Ducks playoff series?
Game 1 airs on ESPN2. Game 2 airs on TBS and Max. Game 3 airs on TNT, truTV, and Max. Game 4 airs on ESPN. Canadian viewers can watch on SN, CBC, and TVAS throughout the series.
How did the Edmonton Oilers qualify for the 2026 playoffs?
The Edmonton Oilers qualified for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs as the No. 2 seed in the Pacific Division, finishing the regular season with 93 points. Edmonton drew the Pacific’s third seed, the Anaheim Ducks (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
