NHL 2025-26 Season: Opening night schedule, How to watch, and every team’s home opener
The 2025-26 NHL season officially begins on October 7, 2025, promising fresh rivalries and historic milestones. Opening night features three compelling matchups: Blackhawks at Panthers, Penguins at Rangers, and Avalanche at Kings, all broadcast on ESPN. The Panthers will raise their championship banner, while Rangers' new coach Mike Sullivan faces his former team.
The 2025-26 NHL season officially begins on October 7, 2025, promising fresh rivalries and historic milestones. Opening night features three compelling matchups: Blackhawks at Panthers, Penguins at Rangers, and Avalanche at Kings, all broadcast on ESPN. The Panthers will raise their championship banner, while Rangers' new coach Mike Sullivan faces his former team.
