Chicago Blackhawks TV Schedule 2026-27

The Chicago Blackhawks TV schedule for the 2026-27 NHL season lists every game date, opponent, puck-drop time and confirmed television channel in one place. Use the schedule below to find out when the Blackhawks play next, what channel the game is on and where you can stream the action.

Next Blackhawks game: Chicago opens the regular season against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, September 29 at 9:30 p.m. CT. The game is scheduled to air nationally on ESPN. The Blackhawks return to United Center for their home opener against the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. CT.

What Channel Is the Chicago Blackhawks Game on Tonight?

The channel carrying the Chicago Blackhawks game tonight depends on whether the matchup is a local Chicago Sports Network broadcast or has been selected for national television.

• Chicago Sports Network (CHSN): The local television home for eligible Chicago Blackhawks broadcasts.
• CHSN app: Streams eligible local Blackhawks games within the team’s regional television territory.
• ESPN and ABC: Carry selected nationally televised NHL games.
• ESPN+: Carries many eligible out-of-market Blackhawks games and selected exclusive broadcasts.
• TNT: Carries selected nationally televised regular-season and Stanley Cup Playoff games.
• NHL Network: May carry selected games outside the participating teams’ local television markets.

Check the Watch On column beside each matchup for the latest confirmed television channel. A listing marked TBD means the final broadcast assignment has not yet been announced.

How to Watch Blackhawks Games on Chicago Sports Network

Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) is the regional television home of the Chicago Blackhawks. Locally produced games that are not selected for exclusive national television are available through CHSN within the team’s regional broadcast territory.

CHSN is available through participating television providers throughout its Midwest coverage area. Local availability and channel numbers can vary depending on the viewer’s location and provider.

Some viewers may also be able to receive CHSN through an over-the-air television option. Check current CHSN availability for your ZIP code and television provider before game day.

How to Stream Chicago Blackhawks Games Without Cable

Fans within the Blackhawks’ local television market can stream eligible games directly through the CHSN app.

CHSN offers direct subscription options for viewers who do not receive the network through a traditional television provider. Fans who already receive CHSN through an eligible provider may also be able to sign in using their television credentials.

Streaming availability depends on the viewer’s location and the broadcast rights assigned to the game. Nationally exclusive matchups may require a different television network or streaming service.

How to Watch Blackhawks Games Out of Market

Fans living outside the Blackhawks’ regional television territory can watch eligible locally produced games through ESPN+.

Regional and national blackout restrictions apply. Games selected for exclusive national television may instead require ESPN, ABC, TNT or another NHL broadcast partner.

Always check the Watch On column before purchasing or changing a streaming subscription because the service required can vary from game to game.

Chicago Blackhawks Radio Broadcast

Chicago Blackhawks games can be heard on WGN Radio 720 AM, the team’s flagship radio station.

WGN Radio carries live Blackhawks game broadcasts throughout the 2026-27 NHL season along with pregame, intermission and postgame programming.

Fans can also listen through supported WGN Radio digital platforms and the official Chicago Blackhawks app, subject to applicable location and NHL audio restrictions.

Chicago Blackhawks 2026-27 Schedule Highlights

The Blackhawks will play an expanded 84-game regular-season schedule during the 2026-27 NHL season.

• Season opener: September 29 at the Vegas Golden Knights – 9:30 p.m. CT on ESPN
• Home opener: October 6 against the St. Louis Blues – 7:00 p.m. CT
• Seven-game homestand: October 10 through October 27
• Black Friday game: November 27 against the New York Rangers
• Global Series: December 18 against the Ottawa Senators in Düsseldorf, Germany
• Second Global Series game: December 20 against Ottawa in Düsseldorf
• New Year’s Day: January 1 against the Boston Bruins
• Season-long road trip: Five games from January 2 through January 10
• Second seven-game homestand: February 17 through March 1
• Anaheim visits Chicago: March 14
• San Jose visits Chicago: March 16

Chicago will host nine afternoon games and 22 weekend games at United Center during the 2026-27 season.

Blackhawks Global Series Games in Germany

The Chicago Blackhawks will play two regular-season games against the Ottawa Senators in Düsseldorf, Germany as part of the 2026 NHL Global Series.

• December 18: Blackhawks vs. Senators in Düsseldorf
• December 20: Blackhawks vs. Senators in Düsseldorf

Because both games are being played in Europe, their North American start times will be different from a typical Blackhawks game. Check the main schedule table closer to the event for the confirmed puck-drop times and television assignments.

Blackhawks vs. Blues 2026-27 TV Schedule

The St. Louis Blues remain one of Chicago’s primary Central Division rivals. The rivalry takes center stage early in the season when St. Louis visits United Center for the Blackhawks’ home opener on October 6.

Check the schedule above throughout the season for the confirmed CHSN or national television assignment for each Chicago-St. Louis matchup.

Blackhawks Holiday and Weekend Games

The 2026-27 schedule includes several notable games around major holidays and weekends.

• Black Friday: November 27 against the New York Rangers
• New Year’s Day: January 1 against the Boston Bruins
• February 20: Minnesota Wild at Chicago
• February 21: New Jersey Devils at Chicago
• February 28: Colorado Avalanche at Chicago
• March 1: Edmonton Oilers at Chicago

The Blackhawks have 22 Friday-through-Sunday home games, giving fans more weekend viewing options throughout the season.

Chicago Blackhawks Streaming and Blackout Rules

NHL blackout restrictions are based on the viewer’s physical location and whether a game is classified as regional, national or out of market.

A Blackhawks game televised locally on CHSN may be unavailable through ESPN+ within the team’s regional television territory. Local fans should use CHSN through an eligible television provider or the CHSN streaming service for qualifying regional games.

Nationally exclusive games may not appear on CHSN. Check the Watch On column before puck drop to confirm the correct television channel and streaming platform.

What Time Is the Blackhawks Game Tonight?

Chicago operates in the Central Time Zone. Most weekday games at United Center during the 2026-27 season are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. CT, although weekend matinees and nationally televised games may begin at different times.

If the schedule table is displaying Eastern Time, subtract one hour to determine the Chicago start time. For example, an 8:00 p.m. ET game begins at 7:00 p.m. CT.

Start times can change because of television selections, arena scheduling or NHL adjustments. Return to this page on game day for the latest puck-drop time and television information.

Chicago Blackhawks TV Schedule FAQ

When is the next Chicago Blackhawks game?

The next Blackhawks game appears at the top of the schedule table with the game date, opponent, start time and confirmed television channel.

What channel carries most Chicago Blackhawks games?

Chicago Sports Network, commonly known as CHSN, is the regional television home of the Chicago Blackhawks. Nationally selected games may instead air on ESPN, ABC, TNT or another NHL broadcast partner.

What happened to NBC Sports Chicago?

NBC Sports Chicago is no longer the local television home of the Blackhawks. Chicago Sports Network replaced it as the regional broadcaster for locally televised Blackhawks games.

Can I stream Blackhawks games on the CHSN app?

Yes. Eligible local Blackhawks broadcasts can be streamed through the CHSN app within the team’s regional television territory. Subscription and geographic restrictions apply.

Can I watch Blackhawks games on ESPN+?

ESPN+ carries eligible out-of-market Blackhawks games. Locally televised CHSN games may be blacked out on ESPN+ within the Blackhawks’ regional television territory.

What radio station carries Chicago Blackhawks games?

WGN Radio 720 AM is the flagship radio station of the Chicago Blackhawks and will carry the team’s games throughout the 2026-27 NHL season.

Why are the Blackhawks playing in Germany?

Chicago will play two games against the Ottawa Senators in Düsseldorf as part of the 2026 NHL Global Series.

What does TBD mean on the Blackhawks schedule?

TBD means the final television channel has not yet been officially announced. The listing will be updated when the Blackhawks, NHL or broadcaster confirms the assignment.

Does this schedule include preseason and playoff games?

The page is updated with Chicago Blackhawks preseason and Stanley Cup Playoff games when dates, start times and television information become available.

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Schedule information is cross-checked against the official Chicago Blackhawks schedule. The complete 2026-27 television broadcast schedule has not yet been released, so listings marked TBD will be updated as official channel information becomes available.

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