Stanley Cup Playoffs - TV and Online Streaming Guide

Sun Aug 09, 2020 13:59:18PM

Calgary Flames celebrate after eliminating the Canucks in the first round of '15 Playoffs.By: Resolute

The most exciting postseason in sports is finally back. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are here to keep you glued to your television, tablets, and computers for a month. With so many different matchups going on at the same time it's nice to have all the info you need to watch everything, all in one spot.

TV Viewing Options

Channels: NBCSN, USA, NHL Network, NBC

The NHL Playoffs are a bit different than other sports when it comes to the TV schedule. Each of the 16 teams will play multiple games, all of which air on several networks. They are first split up by Eastern and Western conference, then again by the matchup game number (game 1-7).

So for instance, the first round will be shown across NBC, NBCSN, USA and the NHL Network. The second and third rounds will be shown on NBC and NBCSN, and the Stanley Cup Finals are on NBC.

Cable TV and Streaming Options

Cable TV - Spectrum, U-Verse, Verizon Fios, Xfinity
Satellite - DirecTV, Dish Network
Internet TV packages - AT&T TV Now

Every provider listed above offers NBC, NBCSN, USA, and the NHL Network included in one of their plans, with current monthly prices and full channel offerings available within the link for comparison shopping. For those who are always on the go, or want a streaming alternative, continue on.

Streaming Options

NBC Sports Live is a good option. You can stream live coverage through their mobile/online application. All you have to do is sign in with your cable/satellite provider username and password, and you're all set.

NHL.TV is my personal favorite streaming service for the NHL Playoffs. It's hard to find anything better than straight from the source. One thing I should mention, this particular stream uses camera angles that are quite different than what is shown on TV. Not a deal breaker, but it definitely looks odd from time to time. But you cannot beat the picture and sound quality.

NHL.TV is a standalone streaming service that you need to subscribe to, typically for just a one time fee per postseason. Once subscribed you can stream all playoff games live online or through the NHL mobile app.

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