After a 38–34–10 campaign that left them out of the postseason for a second straight spring, the Nashville Predators are seeking a breakthrough. Even Steven Stamkos’s 42-goal year couldn’t carry the franchise back into the playoffs. The response was a summer overhaul up front, giving Filip Forsberg and Roman Josi a revamped supporting cast.
The television landscape has changed just as drastically, with FanDuel Sports Network South out of the picture. Most local matchups now air on free, over-the-air television, making it easier to watch Nashville Predators games without a bulky cable package. Cord-cutters can also stream those in-market broadcasts through the official Nashville Predators app.
With only three regular-season games designated as national streaming exclusives, the local setup handles nearly the entire schedule. Below, you’ll find the full slate and the best ways to watch from inside and outside the Predators’ TV territory.
What channels have Nashville Predators games?
Scripps Sports produces most Predators games locally. WNPX-TV (The Spot – Nashville 28) airs them in Nashville, with select matchups simulcast on WTVF (NewsChannel 5). Local fans across the team’s TV territory can also watch these Scripps-produced broadcasts through the official Nashville Predators app or participating cable and satellite providers.
Nationally, select games stream exclusively across ESPN+, Disney+, and Hulu. For fans living outside the local viewing region, NHL Power Play on ESPN Select or Unlimited carries nearly every out-of-market Predators broadcast. NHL Center Ice serves out-of-market coverage to traditional cable and satellite subscribers.
Want radio coverage? You can listen to every game on the Predators Radio Network, led by flagship station 102.5 The Game (WPRT-FM) in Nashville. TuneIn Premium also carries live NHL game audio.
2026–2027 Nashville Predators TV schedule
The NHL’s expanded 84-game regular season runs from Nashville’s October 1 date with Minnesota through its April 10 matchup against Dallas. The Preds’ schedule also includes a Black Friday home game against Utah and a six-game stay at Bridgestone Arena from February 23 through March 6.
Here’s every Predators game on TV this season, with local and national broadcast details. We’ll update the table as networks confirm exclusive matchups and any time changes.
NHL - Nashville Predators Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Preseason | |||
Sunday, Sept. 20 | 5:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Sept. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 3:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
October | |||
Thursday, Oct. 1 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Oct. 6 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Oct. 8 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Oct. 10 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 8:45 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Oct. 15 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Oct. 17 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Oct. 22 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Oct. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Sunday, Oct. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Oct. 27 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 2:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Scripps Sports | |
November | |||
Tuesday, Nov. 3 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Nov. 5 | 9:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 1:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Nov. 10 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Wednesday, Nov. 11 | 10:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, Scripps Sports | |
Friday, Nov. 13 | 10:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Sunday, Nov. 15 | 9:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Nov. 21 | 6:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
At Dallas Stars | Wednesday, Nov. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, Scripps Sports |
Friday, Nov. 27 | 1:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Nov. 28 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Monday, Nov. 30 | 1:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
December | |||
Thursday, Dec. 3 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Dec. 5 | 2:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Sunday, Dec. 6 | 5:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Dec. 8 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Dec. 10 | 9:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Dec. 12 | 10:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Dec. 15 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Friday, Dec. 18 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Sunday, Dec. 20 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Dec. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Dec. 26 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Monday, Dec. 28 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Dec. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
January | |||
Friday, Jan. 1 | 2:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Jan. 2 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Jan. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Jan. 7 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Jan. 9 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Sunday, Jan. 10 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Jan. 12 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Jan. 14 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Jan. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Monday, Jan. 18 | 3:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Wednesday, Jan. 20 | 2:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Jan. 21 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Jan. 23 | 5:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Jan. 26 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Jan. 28 | 10:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Jan. 30 | 10:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, Scripps Sports | |
At Utah Mammoth | Sunday, Jan. 31 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports |
February | |||
At Utah Mammoth | Tuesday, Feb. 2 | 9:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports |
Saturday, Feb. 13 | 1:00 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video, Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Feb. 16 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Feb. 18 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Feb. 20 | 5:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Sunday, Feb. 21 | 6:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, Feb. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, Feb. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, Feb. 27 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
March | |||
Tuesday, March 2 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, March 4 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, March 6 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, March 9 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, March 11 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, March 13 | 3:30 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Monday, March 15 | 9:30 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Wednesday, March 17 | 10:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, March 20 | 5:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, March 23 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Friday, March 26 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
At Dallas Stars | Saturday, March 27 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports |
Tuesday, March 30 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
April | |||
Thursday, April 1 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, April 3 | 3:30 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Tuesday, April 6 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Thursday, April 8 | 8:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports | |
Saturday, April 10 | 7:00 p.m. | Scripps Sports |
Best TV plans for watching Nashville Predators games
The Predators’ broadcast model heavily rewards local fans willing to plug in an over-the-air antenna, delivering most regional games completely free without a monthly TV bill. If antenna reception isn’t an option, a local streaming app or a full TV package serves as your best in-market backup. Keep in mind that national streaming exclusives still require separate app access regardless of how you watch regional games.
Our top picks below match those viewing needs. Before committing to a local plan, check your location with the Predators’ affiliate details — the team’s TV footprint spans multiple states, but over-the-air channel availability varies by market.
Best Overall
DIRECTV earns our top spot by bundling comprehensive national NHL coverage with local access in a single subscription. The base Entertainment package includes ESPN Unlimited, which secures Nashville’s national streaming exclusives and provides out-of-market games for fans who follow the entire league. Locally, The Spot lists WNPX-TV on DIRECTV channel 28. However, because local channel availability varies by zip code, you should verify that WNPX-TV or your regional Predators affiliate is included in your specific lineup before signing up.
Best for Local Streaming
The Nashville Predators app and PredsTV.com stream all locally produced broadcasts inside the team’s TV territory, making them useful when you can’t receive a Scripps Sports station with an antenna. A streaming subscription costs $74 per season, though additional sign-up details are still pending. You’ll just need a separate subscription for any nationally televised matchups that land on ESPN or TNT Sports platforms.
Best for Out-of-Market Fans
ESPN Select includes NHL Power Play for most regional Predators broadcasts outside the team’s TV territory, plus access to Nashville’s ESPN+ exclusives. You don’t need ESPN Unlimited solely for those matchups, but you can select the higher-tier plan if you want broader ESPN access. NHL Power Play blackouts can still apply when you’re in Nashville’s or the opposing team’s local market, so check each game’s listing in the ESPN app.
How to watch the Nashville Predators FAQ
Can I watch Predators games for free?
Yes, if you can receive a Scripps Sports affiliate in the Predators' broadcast territory. Its regular-season games air free over the air, though you may need to buy a digital antenna. Free trials from services like DIRECTV and YouTube TV may also give you temporary access, depending on your location.
How can I watch the Nashville Predators without cable?
In-market viewers can stream the regional games through the Nashville Predators app or PredsTV.com. Fans outside the territory can use NHL Power Play through ESPN Select or ESPN Unlimited for most regional games.
Is FanDuel Sports Network South still the Predators' channel?
No, Nashville moved its local broadcasts from FanDuel Sports Network to Scripps Sports. WNPX-TV (The Spot – Nashville 28) is the flagship local station, with partner stations serving select markets in Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, and Georgia.
Can I watch the Nashville Predators in Canada?
Sportsnet+ Premium carries out-of-market U.S. team games in Canada, while NHL Centre Ice is the TV-provider alternative. A game against a Canadian club may shift to that club's regional outlet in its home market, and national broadcasts can appear on Sportsnet or Prime Video.
Why you should trust us
CableTV.com contributor Ian McLaren has covered the NHL for nearly two decades and followed the Predators since Barry Trotz’s early years behind the bench. Nashville’s run to the 2017 Stanley Cup Final, and the long effort to find that level again, give him a team-specific perspective on what fans want to see.
For this update, CableTV.com compared Nashville’s official Scripps and national broadcast announcements with the full NHL schedule, local streaming details, and out-of-market rules. The editorial team reviews assignments and access options as they change. Learn more about our process on our How We Rank page.
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