Best Ways to Watch NHL Games Live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV & More in 2024

Raymond McCain

2 years ago

Another NHL season has arrived and hockey fans won’t want to miss their favorite team take the ice in the chase for the Stanley Cup. ESPN+, Max, and Hulu will stream games along with other national networks throughout the season.

The defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers will look to have another successful campaign against all challengers. New for this season, it will be the first season since 1996 without the Arizona Coyotes, who are inactive after the team relocated to become the Utah Hockey Club.

Luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to watch live NHL games in 2024, and you can find out how below.

How to Watch Live NHL Games in 2024 Without Cable

ESPN and Turner Sports networks make up the NHL’s national broadcasting partners and you can stream live games on ABC, ESPN, and TNT. The NHL Network will air live games throughout the regular season as well.

ESPN+ will be the official home to live out-of-market games and Hulu will also stream select games. Plus, Max will simulstream games that air on TNT.

If you’re looking to save money, you can watch the live games on the ice on ABC and other OTA channels for free by using an antenna and AntennaWeb is a great tool to find out which affiliates are in your area.

For fans, who want to stream their local team, you’ll need a streaming service that carries their in-market Regional Sports Network (RSN) or an antenna. You can find out which RSN carries your local team at the bottom of the page.

Watch NHL games live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and other compatible devices with a subscription to a live TV streaming service, including, DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV.

Find out all the ways you can stream live NHL games this season, below.

Watch NHL Games Live on DIRECTV STREAM

The NHL regular season can be found on DIRECTV STREAM. The Ultimate package includes numerous RSNs for in-market fans and nationally televised games on ABC, ESPN, NHL Network, and TNT, plus over 160 channels for only $129.99 per month. For a limited time, new subscribers can get the Ultimate plan for only $109.99 per month for the first three months then it renews at regular price.

DIRECTV STREAM subscribers can also choose the Entertainment plan and get access to national NHL games on TNT and other Turner Networks, ABC, ESPN, ESPN 2 and a lineup of 90+ channels for $86.99 per month. Add the Sports Pack for an additional 40 sports channels, including NHL Network for $14.99 per month. For a limited time, you can get the Entertainment plan with Sports Pack for only $86.98 for the first two months then it renews at regular price.

Add the RSNs, to the lineup by upgrading to the Choice plan and unlock over 125 channels for only $114.99 per month. However, NHL Network is not included in the Choice plan but you can gain access with the Sports Pack add-on or upgrading to the Ultimate plan. For the first three months, you can get the Choice plan for $94.99 per month before it renews to its regular price.

There are no contracts, no hidden fees, and a subscription includes unlimited cloud DVR storage and unlimited device streams in your home.

New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.

Watch NHL Games Live on Sling TV

One of the most affordable ways to watch the live NHL games throughout the upcoming season on TNT, ESPN, and ABC (in select markets) is with Sling Orange & Blue. At the low price of $55 per month, subscribers can watch the best teams compete on the ice and over 40 channels with 50 hours of DVR storage to record the biggest moments with the puck.

With the Sports Extra add-on, live games and 24/7 coverage of the best professional hockey league is available to stream on NHL Network, plus 10 other sports channels for an extra $11 per month.

Watch NHL Games Live on Fubo

Watch NHL teams compete for a chance to hoist the Stanley Cup at season’s end and over 100 sporting events with the Pro plan from Fubo. The plan includes many in-market RSNs, ESPN’s family of networks, and ABC, so you can watch live NHL games and over 140 channels for only $74.99 per month. Relive your favorite moments during the games and rewatch your favorite shows with 1000 hours and Cloud DVR space.

With the Fubo Extra add-on, you can unlock more games on NHL Network for an additional $7.99 per month. However, Fubo doesn’t carry Turner Networks, so you won’t be able to stream those games.

Fubo does charge a Regional Sports Fee for those who live in the market of a Regional Sports Network.

Fubo has a free trial which is a great way to watch live NHL games for free before making your decision.

Watch NHL Games Live on ESPN+

ESPN+ is the home of out-of-market NHL games. The service streams hundreds of NHL games live for only $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year. On October 17, ESPN+ price will increase to $11.99 per month and $119.99 annually. With ESPN+, not only can stream live NHL games, but the platform offers thousands of hours of live sports, including the PGA, UFC, MLB, NFL, and much more.

Watch NHL Games Live on Hulu + Live TV

TNT, TBS, ESPN’s networks, ABC, and over 90 channels are available on Hulu + Live TV for $76.99 per month. The service offers unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live out-of-market games on ESPN+ for no additional charge. The platform offers live in-market games on numerous RSNs, however, NHL Network is not carried on the service. Record your favorite shows and sporting events for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.

Hulu + Live TV price will increase to $82.99 per month on October 17.

Hulu + Live TV offers a three-day free trial.

Watch NHL Games Live on YouTube TV

Stream over 100 channels, including live NHL games on select RSNs, ABC, ESPN’s networks, and TNT with YouTube TV for only $72.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR, which will allow you to rewatch each body check and goal and share 6 accounts per household.

NBC Sports RSNs and Monumental Sports Network can be found on the platform.

How to Watch NHL Games Live on Max

Subscribers can stream the simulcast of any NHL game on Max that airs on TNT or TBS with the B/R Sports add-on. A base Max subscription is required and for an additional $9.99 per month, you can stream live sports from the NHL, NBA, MLB, March Madness, and USA Soccer.

How to Watch Your Favorite NHL Team Without Cable

You can find out how to stream each one of the NHL’s teams live on their RSN, below.