Schedule | Apr 15, 2026 - NHL.com
The official schedule of the NHL including date, access to tickets, TV network, and video highlights.
www.nhl.comHere’s the latest on NHL games tonight:
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Overview: Several playoff series are in full swing, with multiple late-night games featuring key matchups. Expect tight scoring, with teams pushing for momentum as rounds progress.[2][3]
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Key matchups to watch tonight:
- Avalanche vs. Kings: Colorado aims to build a 3-0 series lead on the road, continuing their strong OT performance from recent games.[3]
- Canadiens vs. Lightning: Montreal looks to rebound after a dramatic OT victory in Game 1; Tampa Bay seeks to even the series.[3]
- Sabres vs. Bruins and Stars vs. Wild are among other primetime/National broadcasts that fans are tracking for critical shifts in their series.[2]
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How to catch the action:
- TV/streams: Check your local NHL broadcaster schedule or a streaming service that carries the network in your area. ESPN and NHL.com schedules are reliable references for game times and channels.[5][6]
- Live updates: If you want play-by-play in real time, ESPN’s scoreboard and NHL.com live update pages are typically the fastest sources during games.[6][9]
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What happened recently (context for tonight):
- Avalanche took a 2-0 series lead with an OT win, signaling their strong form in the firstgames of the series.[3]
- Canadiens pulled off an OT win in Game 1 to grab the early series lead against the Lightning.[3]
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