ESPN Updates NHL Exclusive Games for 2025-26 Season – ESPN Press Room

The National Hockey League and ESPN today announced an update to the 2025-26 NHL regular-season schedule.
Five national exclusive games have been updated across ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu, beginning December 4 with the Detroit Red Wings and Columbus Blue Jackets (ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu) at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Additionally, the previously announced start time for Florida Panthers vs. Colorado Avalanche on December 11 will now begin at 9:30 p.m. on ESPN.
Updated NHL Schedule on ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu:
*Please note schedule is subject to change.
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ESPN
Danny Chi | [email protected] | 213-405-4400
Andrea DiCristoforo | [email protected] | 213-405-4612
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