For three straight springs, Dallas made the Western Conference Final feel almost routine. Last year’s six-game first-round loss to Minnesota ended that run abruptly, but it didn’t trigger a teardown. Jason Robertson is back for another season, Mikko Rantanen and Wyatt Johnston remain at the heart of the offense, and a healthier roster gives the Stars another chance to prove one early exit didn’t close their championship window.
The bigger change for fans comes off the ice. Victory+ is no longer the regional home, with Prime Video now carrying every non-national Stars game for in-market viewers across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. That means local fans don’t need a traditional regional sports network, but they still need separate access to nationally distributed games.
That two-part setup makes where you live especially important when you want to watch Dallas Stars games. Below, we’ll break down Prime Video access, national coverage, the complete TV schedule, and the best options for in-market and out-of-market fans.
What channels have Dallas Stars games?
Local Stars broadcasts stream on Amazon Prime Video throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. All non-national games are included with a standard Amazon Prime or standalone Prime Video subscription at no additional cost.
Outside the Stars’ broadcast territory, regional games generally stream on ESPN+ through NHL Power Play in the ESPN app or are available through NHL Center Ice. Nationally distributed matchups appear on ABC, ESPN, and TNT, with select games streaming on ESPN+, Disney+, and Hulu.
Want radio coverage? Sportsradio 96.7 FM and 1310 The Ticket remain the flagship radio homes of the Stars. The stations carry the regular-season schedule and also stream online through The Ticket.
2026–2027 Dallas Stars TV schedule
The Stars’ expanded 84-game schedule runs from October 2 through April 10. Highlights include a six-game homestand from October 20 to 31 and a season-long five-game road trip from January 14 to 20. The marquee matchup arrives on February 20 with an outdoor showdown against Vegas at AT&T Stadium in the NHL Stadium Series.
Keep scrolling for the complete game-by-game Stars schedule with Eastern start times and currently announced U.S. TV or streaming information. We’ll update the table throughout the season if broadcast assignments change.
NHL - Dallas Stars Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Preseason | |||
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, DallasStars.com | |
Monday, Sept. 21 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, DallasStars.com | |
Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | KSTC, DallasStars.com | |
Friday, Sept. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
October | |||
Friday, Oct. 2 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Monday, Oct. 5 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Oct. 8 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 10 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 8:30 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 8:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 17 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 20 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Oct. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, KDFW 4, Amazon Prime Video | |
Sunday, Oct. 25 | 6:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 27 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
November | |||
Tuesday, Nov. 3 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Nov. 5 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Nov. 12 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
Saturday, Nov. 14 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Nov. 15 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Nov. 19 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Nov. 22 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Nov. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
Friday, Nov. 27 | 2:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Nov. 28 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
December | |||
Tuesday, Dec. 1 | 9:40 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Dec. 3 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Dec. 5 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Dec. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
Saturday, Dec. 12 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Dec. 15 | 9:30 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Dec. 17 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Dec. 19 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Dec. 20 | 6:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Dec. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
Sunday, Dec. 27 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Dec. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Dec. 31 | 9:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
January | |||
Saturday, Jan. 2 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Monday, Jan. 4 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
Wednesday, Jan. 6 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Friday, Jan. 8 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Jan. 9 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Jan. 12 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
Thursday, Jan. 14 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Friday, Jan. 15 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Jan. 17 | 6:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Jan. 19 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Jan. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | ||
Friday, Jan. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Jan. 24 | 5:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Jan. 26 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Jan. 28 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
Saturday, Jan. 30 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
February | |||
Monday, Feb. 8 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
Friday, Feb. 12 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Feb. 13 | 6:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Feb. 16 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
Thursday, Feb. 18 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Feb. 20 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Feb. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Feb. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
Saturday, Feb. 27 | 3:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Feb. 28 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
March | |||
Wednesday, March 3 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Friday, March 5 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, March 6 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Monday, March 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
Wednesday, March 10 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, March 13 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
At Utah Mammoth | Monday, March 15 | 9:00 p.m. | |
Wednesday, March 17 | 9:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, March 20 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, March 23 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
Thursday, March 25 | 7:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFI | |
Saturday, March 27 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, March 30 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
April | |||
Friday, April 2 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, April 3 | 6:00 p.m. | ||
Monday, April 5 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, KDFW 4 | |
At Utah Mammoth | Wednesday, April 7 | 9:00 p.m. | |
Friday, April 9 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, April 10 | 7:00 p.m. |
Best TV plans for watching the Dallas Stars
Dallas now has one of the NHL’s more modular viewing setups. Prime Video handles the regional schedule, while national games air or stream elsewhere. That means local fans can pair Prime Video with a sports-focused live TV plan instead of paying extra for a package built around regional sports networks.
Our three picks cover those different needs. DIRECTV’s MySports Genre Pack is the strongest national complement to Prime Video; Prime Video itself is the essential local option; and ESPN Unlimited makes the most sense for out-of-market Stars fans.
Best Overall
DIRECTV’s MySports plan is the ideal national-TV complement for in-market Stars fans. It includes ESPN, TNT, truTV, NHL Network, and ABC in eligible markets, plus ESPN Unlimited access. Pair it with Prime Video for local Stars games, and the combination covers every currently announced regional and national broadcast without requiring one of DIRECTV’s larger Signature packages.
Best for Local Streaming
Prime Video is the essential piece for Stars fans in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. An Amazon Prime or standalone Prime Video membership includes every non-national regional Stars broadcast with no additional sports add-on required. Unlike Victory+, the local setup is no longer free, but existing Prime members already have access.
Best for Out-of-Market Fans
ESPN Unlimited is the most straightforward option for Stars fans outside the team’s broadcast territory. It includes NHL Power Play through the ESPN app, plus ESPN, ESPN+, and ABC coverage. You’ll still need separate access for TNT, NHL Network, and games controlled by your local NHL broadcaster.
How to watch the Dallas Stars FAQ
Can I watch Dallas Stars games for free?
Only occasionally. Victory+ is no longer a permanent free option for local Stars games, but you can watch nationally televised matchups on ABC for free with an over-the-air antenna in areas with a nearby affiliate. Free-trial offers may also provide temporary access to other services.
What happened to Victory+ for Dallas Stars games?
Victory+ is no longer the Stars' regional streaming home. Beginning with the 2026–2027 season, non-national games stream in-market on Prime Video under the NHL's multi-year local streaming agreement with Amazon.
How do I watch out-of-market Dallas Stars games?
If you live outside the Stars' broadcast territory, regional broadcasts generally stream on ESPN+ through NHL Power Play in the ESPN app. NHL Center Ice is the traditional alternative for cable and satellite subscribers.
Who are the TV announcers for the Dallas Stars?
Josh Bogorad returns as the Stars' play-by-play announcer alongside longtime color analyst Daryl "Razor" Reaugh. Brien Rea and Brent Severyn handle pregame, intermission, and postgame coverage.
Why you should trust us
CableTV.com Contributing Writer Ian McLaren has covered the NHL for nearly two decades and hosts the daily “Locked On Bruins” podcast. He’s watched Dallas develop into one of the Western Conference’s most consistent contenders, from three straight trips to the conference final through last season’s unusually early playoff exit.
For this guide, Ian reviewed this season’s complete Stars schedule along with current information from the Stars, Prime Video, the NHL’s national broadcasters, and TV providers. CableTV.com also updates viewing details as schedules and broadcast assignments change. Learn more about our process on our How We Rank page.
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