Golden Knights vs. Hurricanes: How to watch Game 1 of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final tonight

The Vegas Golden Knights will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final. This is the Knights’ third Stanley Cup Final in the past nine seasons. Game 1 tips off tonight at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ABC. Here's how to watch without cable, the full Stanley Cup Final schedule, free streaming options and more.

How to watch the 2026 Stanley Cup Final:

Dates: June 2 - 17*, 2026

TV channel: ABC

Streaming: DirecTV, YouTube TV, ESPN Unlimited and more

When are the 2026 NHL playoffs?

The NHL playoffs began on April 18, and the tournament runs through the Stanley Cup Final, which is scheduled for June 3-19 (if all seven games are necessary).

What channels are broadcasting Stanley Cup Final games?

The final series will air on ABC.

How to watch the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final without cable:

NHL Final games will air on ABC and also stream on ESPN Unlimited.

2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final schedule:

Tuesday, June 2

Game 1: Vegas Golden Knights at Carolina Hurricanes — 8 p.m. ET (ABC)

Thursday, June 4

Game 2: Vegas Golden Knights at Carolina Hurricanes — 8 p.m. ET (ABC)

Saturday, June 6

Game 3: Carolina Hurricanes at Vegas Golden Knights — 8 p.m. ET (ABC)

Tuesday, June 9

Game 4: Carolina Hurricanes at Vegas Golden Knights — 8 p.m. ET (ABC)

Thursday, June 11

Game 5 (if necessary): Vegas Golden Knights at Carolina Hurricanes — 8 p.m. ET (ABC)

Sunday, June 14

Game 6 (if necessary): Carolina Hurricanes at Vegas Golden Knights — 8 p.m. ET (ABC)

Wednesday, June 17

Game 7 (if necessary): Vegas Golden Knights at Carolina Hurricanes — 8 p.m. ET (ABC)