The San Jose Sharks are entering a new era, led by Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, and Michael Misa. After landing Celebrini first overall in 2024 and Smith just a year earlier, the team doubled down by drafting Misa second overall in 2025. Together, these three teenagers form one of the most exciting young cores in the NHL.
San Jose isn’t playoff-ready yet, but the foundation for a future contender is in place. Veteran leaders are guiding the next generation, giving Sharks fans plenty to look forward to this season. That future includes Celebrini’s highlight-reel goals, Smith’s creative playmaking, and Misa’s blazing speed. This season feels like the true beginning of something special in the Bay Area.
Of course, knowing where to watch the Sharks is just as important as tracking the team’s progress. Below, I’ll outline every key way to watch San Jose games on TV and streaming.
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What channels have San Jose Sharks games?
You can watch nearly every San Jose Sharks regular-season game locally on NBC Sports California. The regional sports network (RSN) will televise 77 of the Sharks’ 82 games, serving as the primary home for coverage in Northern California and portions of Oregon and Nevada.
The remaining games will appear on ESPN or ESPN+ as part of the NHL’s national TV package. This exposure gives San Jose spotlight matchups against marquee opponents, reaching a wider audience beyond the Bay Area. ESPN+ is also the crucial streaming service for all out-of-market fans.
Want radio coverage? If you can’t catch the San Jose Sharks on TV, you can still follow every game on the Sharks Audio Network. The 24/7 audio stream includes live Sharks and Barracuda games, as well as behind-the-scenes content.
2025–2026 San Jose Sharks TV schedule
The San Jose Sharks enter their 35th season with a clear mission: improving on last year’s 20-win campaign as their young core takes over. While the team remains in rebuild mode, there’s no shortage of reasons to tune in. Fans can look forward to watching a mix of highlight-reel plays and growth as blue-chip prospects like Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, and Michael Misa take their first big steps in the NHL.
Whether you’re a die-hard in the Bay Area or cheering from afar, this is the perfect opportunity to follow the team’s evolution into a future contender. To make sure you catch every moment, check out the Sharks’ complete TV schedule below, which I’ll keep updated all season long.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET) | Channel |
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October |
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| Vegas Golden Knights | Thursday, Oct. 9 | 10:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Hulu |
| Anaheim Ducks | Saturday, Oct. 11 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Carolina Hurricanes | Tuesday, Oct. 14 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Utah Mammoth | Friday, Oct. 17 | 9:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Hulu |
| Pittsburgh Penguins | Saturday, Oct. 18 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At New York Islanders | Tuesday, Oct. 21 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At New York Rangers | Thursday, Oct. 23 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At New Jersey Devils | Friday, Oct. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Minnesota Wild | Sunday, Oct. 26 | 6:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Los Angeles Kings | Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 11:00 p.m. | ESPN |
| New Jersey Devils | Thursday, Oct. 30 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
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November |
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| Colorado Avalanche | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Detroit Red Wings | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Seattle Kraken | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Winnipeg Jets | Friday, Nov. 7 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Florida Panthers | Saturday, Nov. 8 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Minnesota Wild | Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Hulu |
| At Calgary Flames | Thursday, Nov. 13 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Seattle Kraken | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Utah Mammoth | Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Los Angeles Kings | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 10:00 p.m. | ESPN+, Hulu |
| Ottawa Senators | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Boston Bruins | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Colorado Avalanche | Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Vancouver Canucks | Friday, Nov. 28 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Vegas Golden Knights | Saturday, Nov. 29 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
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December |
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| Utah Mammoth | Monday, Dec. 1 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Washington Capitals | Wednesday, Dec. 3 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Dallas Stars | Friday, Dec. 5 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Carolina Hurricanes | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 5:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Philadelphia Flyers | Tuesday, Dec. 9 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Toronto Maple Leafs | Thursday, Dec. 11 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Pittsburgh Penguins | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 3:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Calgary Flames | Tuesday, Dec. 16 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Dallas Stars | Thursday, Dec. 18 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Seattle Kraken | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Vegas Golden Knights | Tuesday, Dec. 23 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Vancouver Canucks | Saturday, Dec. 27 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Anaheim Ducks | Monday, Dec. 29 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Minnesota Wild | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
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January |
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| Tampa Bay Lightning | Saturday, Jan. 3 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Columbus Blue Jackets | Tuesday, Jan. 6 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Los Angeles Kings | Wednesday, Jan. 7 | 10:30 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Dallas Stars | Saturday, Jan. 10 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Vegas Golden Knights | Sunday, Jan. 11 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Washington Capitals | Thursday, Jan. 15 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Detroit Red Wings | Friday, Jan. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Florida Panthers | Monday, Jan. 19 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Tampa Bay Lightning | Tuesday, Jan. 20 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| New York Rangers | Friday, Jan. 23 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Vancouver Canucks | Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Edmonton Oilers | Thursday, Jan. 29 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Calgary Flames | Saturday, Jan. 31 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
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February |
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| At Chicago Blackhawks | Monday, Feb. 2 | 8:30 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Colorado Avalanche | Wednesday, Feb. 4 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Calgary Flames | Thursday, Feb. 26 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Edmonton Oilers | Saturday, Feb. 28 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
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March |
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| Winnipeg Jets | Sunday, March 1 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Montreal Canadiens | Tuesday, March 3 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| St. Louis Blues | Friday, March 6 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| New York Islanders | Saturday, March 7 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Buffalo Sabres | Tuesday, March 10 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Boston Bruins | Thursday, March 12 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Montreal Canadiens | Saturday, March 14 | 7:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Ottawa Senators | Sunday, March 15 | 5:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Edmonton Oilers | Tuesday, March 17 | 9:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Buffalo Sabres | Thursday, March 19 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Philadelphia Flyers | Saturday, March 21 | 4:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Nashville Predators | Tuesday, March 24 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At St. Louis Blues | Thursday, March 26 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Columbus Blue Jackets | Saturday, March 28 | 5:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| St. Louis Blues | Monday, March 30 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
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April |
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| Anaheim Ducks | Wednesday, April 1 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | Thursday, April 2 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Nashville Predators | Saturday, April 4 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Chicago Blackhawks | Monday, April 6 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Edmonton Oilers | Wednesday, April 8 | 10:00 p.m. | TNT, HBO Max |
| At Anaheim Ducks | Thursday, April 9 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| Vancouver Canucks | Saturday, April 11 | 10:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Nashville Predators | Monday, April 13 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Chicago Blackhawks | Wednesday, April 15 | 8:30 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
| At Winnipeg Jets | Thursday, April 16 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC Sports Bay Area |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for watching the San Jose Sharks
The vast majority of the San Jose Sharks’ schedule is shown exclusively on NBC Sports California. This makes securing access to the RSN the primary challenge for in-market supporters. Without a robust TV plan that carries the channel, local fans will miss almost the entire season, making the right subscription choice essential.
A newer option for local cord-cutters is to access the channel directly through Peacock. NBCUniversal has made its NBC Sports California RSN available as an add-on subscription for $17.95/mo. To use it, you must also subscribe to a base Peacock Premium plan. This pay-extra option is perfect for in-market fans who want nearly complete coverage without needing a bulky, traditional live TV package.
However, the best all-in-one value for a Sharks fan remains Hulu + Live TV. Not only does it carry NBC Sports California for local games, but it also includes all the national ESPN and TNT Sports channels. Most importantly, it bundles in ESPN+ for no extra cost, giving out-of-market fans access to every non-blacked-out game. This single subscription offers the most comprehensive coverage for both local and traveling Sharks fans.
How to watch the San Jose Sharks for free
Catching Sharks games for free is limited, but there are a few legitimate options. Of course, you can always keep up with the action through free highlights, recaps, and clips posted on the Sharks’ official social channels and the NHL’s YouTube page.
But the best free option is to take advantage of live TV streaming trials from services like Stream with DIRECTV, Fubo, or YouTube TV. All of those carry NBC Sports California and the national NHL channels. If you time your trial with the Sharks’ schedule, you can watch a solid stretch of games for free. Just remember to cancel before the trial ends to avoid your wallet getting chomped.
How to watch the San Jose Sharks FAQ
How do I watch out-of-market Sharks games?
For fans outside the Sharks’ local TV region, you’ll need ESPN+ or NHL Center Ice to watch every out-of-market game not already picked up for national TV. ESPN+ is the most convenient option, as it streams those matchups and select exclusive games.
Does ESPN+ show every Sharks game?
Not exactly. ESPN+ is essential for fans outside Northern California, as it streams every out-of-market game not airing on ESPN, ABC, or TNT. But the service is subject to local blackouts, meaning in-market viewers must tune into NBC Sports California to watch the Sharks’ regional broadcasts.
Can I stream NBC Sports California without cable?
Yes, you don’t need a traditional cable package to watch Sharks games on NBC Sports California. The channel is available through several live TV streaming services, including DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV. You can also score a standalone add-on subscription to NBC Sports California through Peacock Premium.
Can I watch the San Jose Sharks in Canada?
Yes, Canadian fans can watch Sharks games through national broadcasters like Sportsnet and TSN, who share the national NHL rights. Since San Jose is a U.S. team, nearly all of their games are considered out-of-market. That makes a Sportsnet+ Premium subscription the most reliable way to follow the Sharks all season, as it includes every out-of-market NHL game along with the national broadcasts.
How can I watch the San Jose Barracuda?
You can watch most San Jose Barracuda games with a FloHockey subscription. Select matchups also air on NBC Sports California, providing Sharks fans with multiple ways to watch their team’s AHL affiliate.
Will the Sharks be a playoff team this season?
It’s unlikely San Jose will contend for a playoff spot in 2025–2026, but that doesn’t mean the season won’t be worth watching. The Sharks are still in the early stages of their rebuild, leaning heavily on young stars like Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, and Michael Misa to gain valuable NHL experience. Veterans provide stability, but the roster isn’t quite deep enough to challenge the Western Conference’s top teams. Rebuilding years, though, bring their own intrigue. Fans can watch the next generation develop, see how the young forwards handle the grind of an 82-game season, and track which prospects emerge as future cornerstones. The playoffs may be out of reach, but the foundation for San Jose’s next competitive era is being laid right now.
Why you should trust us
This San Jose Sharks guide was created by CableTV.com contributor Ian McLaren, a veteran hockey writer and podcast host with nearly 20 years of experience covering the NHL. As host of the Locked On Boston Bruins podcast, Ian tracks league trends closely and keeps tabs on how teams like the Sharks are building toward future success.
To prepare this guide, Ian reviewed the full 2025–2026 NHL broadcast schedule and verified every channel and streaming service for accuracy. Our editorial goal is simple: to give Sharks fans the most up-to-date viewing information for following their team this season.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
