The Canucks are starting over after a season that went sideways in a hurry. Vancouver finished last in the Pacific Division at 25–49–8, missed the playoffs for a second straight year, and continued reshaping the roster after trading Quinn Hughes to Minnesota. For a franchise that reached Game 7 of the second round just two years earlier, the reset arrived fast.
Now, former Canuck Manny Malhotra takes over behind the bench after coaching Abbotsford to a Calder Cup. Elias Pettersson and Brock Boeser remain key pieces, while Marco Rossi, Zeev Buium, Brendan Gallagher, and Jamie Oleksiak are part of a new-look group trying to build something more sustainable.
Watching that rebuild depends heavily on which side of the border you’re on. This guide explains how to watch Vancouver Canucks games in Canada and the U.S., with the complete TV schedule, regional and national viewing options, and our recommended plans for American fans.
What channels have Vancouver Canucks games?
The channels you need for watching Canucks hockey depend on where you are. Canadian viewers have a mix of Sportsnet regional and national broadcasts, plus Prime Video exclusives, while most U.S. fans get Vancouver games through out-of-market NHL coverage.
How to watch the Canucks in the United States
Most U.S. viewers can watch regional Canucks broadcasts through NHL Power Play on ESPN or NHL Center Ice. You may also catch select out-of-market Canucks broadcasts on NHL Network.
Local blackout rules are the main wrinkle. When Vancouver plays the NHL team in your local market, you’ll generally need that team’s regional broadcaster or streaming service instead.
How to watch the Canucks in Canada
Sportsnet Pacific is the primary regional channel for Canucks fans in British Columbia and the Yukon, while national matchups appear on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+. Sportsnet+ Standard includes in-market Canucks coverage for viewers inside the team’s region, while Premium adds out-of-market NHL games for fans elsewhere in Canada.
Prime Video also exclusively carries Wednesday Night Hockey in Canada. Vancouver has two games in that package this season: November 25 at Detroit and December 16 at Anaheim.
2026–2027 Vancouver Canucks TV schedule
The NHL’s expanded 84-game schedule gives Vancouver four meetings with every Pacific Division rival. One date jumps off the page immediately: former captain Quinn Hughes returns to Rogers Arena with Minnesota on October 25.
The schedule also features a seven-game homestand from February 1 through February 21 and Vancouver’s longest road trip from January 18 through January 30. Check out the full table below for every matchup, start time, and broadcast assignment.
NHL - Vancouver Canucks Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Preseason | |||
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Sept. 24 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
September | |||
Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
October | |||
Thursday, Oct. 1 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Oct. 4 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Oct. 8 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 10 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Oct. 11 | 6:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 13 | 7:45 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Oct. 15 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 17 | 4:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 20 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Oct. 22 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Sunday, Oct. 25 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Tuesday, Oct. 27 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 10:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
November | |||
Tuesday, Nov. 3 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Thursday, Nov. 5 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Nov. 9 | 9:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Nov. 13 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Nov. 15 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Utah Mammoth | Monday, Nov. 16 | 9:30 p.m. | TBD |
Thursday, Nov. 19 | 9:40 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 21 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Nov. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Nov. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Nov. 27 | 3:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Nov. 29 | 5:00 p.m. | TBD | |
December | |||
Tuesday, Dec. 1 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Dec. 4 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Dec. 5 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Dec. 7 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Dec. 10 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Dec. 12 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Dec. 14 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Dec. 16 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Dec. 19 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Dec. 21 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Dec. 26 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Dec. 28 | 9:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Dec. 30 | 9:30 p.m. | TBD | |
January | |||
At Utah Mammoth | Saturday, Jan. 2 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD |
Sunday, Jan. 3 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Jan. 5 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Jan. 7 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Jan. 9 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Jan. 14 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Jan. 16 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Monday, Jan. 18 | 3:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Jan. 20 | 2:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, Jan. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Jan. 23 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Jan. 26 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Dallas Stars | Thursday, Jan. 28 | 8:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Jan. 30 | 3:30 p.m. | TBD | |
February | |||
Monday, Feb. 1 | 8:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Feb. 3 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Feb. 13 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, Feb. 16 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, Feb. 18 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Feb. 20 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, Feb. 21 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Dallas Stars | Tuesday, Feb. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | |
Thursday, Feb. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Feb. 27 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
March | |||
Wednesday, March 3 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, March 6 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, March 9 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, March 11 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, March 13 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, March 14 | 5:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, March 17 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, March 20 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Sunday, March 21 | 9:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, March 23 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Thursday, March 25 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, March 27 | 4:00 p.m. | ||
Monday, March 29 | 9:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, March 31 | 10:30 p.m. | TBD | |
April | |||
Saturday, April 3 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Tuesday, April 6 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Friday, April 9 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, April 10 | 10:00 p.m. | TBD |
Best U.S. TV plans for Canucks fans
For U.S. Canucks fans, the viewing equation is relatively simple. Most Vancouver games are out of market and available through NHL Power Play, while NHL Network pickups and games against a viewer’s local NHL team can require additional TV access.
Our two picks take different approaches. DIRECTV provides the broader NHL setup, while ESPN Unlimited keeps things simpler for fans primarily interested in streaming the Canucks from outside their home territory.
Best Overall
DIRECTV’s MySports Genre Pack is our top all-around option for U.S. Canucks fans because it pairs ESPN Unlimited and NHL Power Play with NHL Network and other major sports channels. Fans who also need their local regional sports network can add MyHome Team where available, which helps when a Canucks game is blacked out on NHL Power Play because Vancouver is facing the local team.
Best Standalone Option
ESPN Unlimited combines NHL Power Play with ESPN’s broader lineup, making it the simplest standalone option for most U.S. Canucks fans. NHL Power Play carries most of Vancouver’s regional out-of-market broadcasts, though local-team blackouts and NHL Network pickups may still require another service.
Fans who already have the other channels they need and mainly want NHL Power Play can choose the lower-tier ESPN Select plan instead.
How to watch the Vancouver Canucks FAQ
Can I watch the Vancouver Canucks for free?
There's no reliable way to watch the full Canucks season for free. Canadian NHL games no longer air on CBC beginning in 2026–2027, while U.S. viewers may be able to use eligible live TV free trials for short-term access to certain broadcasts.
Can Canucks fans stream Sportsnet Pacific without cable?
Yes, Canucks fans in British Columbia and the Yukon can stream regional Sportsnet Pacific games through Sportsnet+. The service's Standard plan includes in-market Canucks coverage, while the Premium tier is more useful for Canadian viewers who also need out-of-market NHL games.
Why is the Canucks game blacked out?
NHL blackouts depend on a viewer's location and which broadcaster holds the game rights. In Canada, Sportsnet Pacific regional games are limited to the Canucks' broadcast territory, while viewers elsewhere generally need Sportsnet+ Premium for out-of-market coverage. U.S. NHL Power Play users can also encounter blackouts when Vancouver plays an in-market NHL team.
Can I watch the Vancouver Canucks in the U.S.?
Yes, most U.S. fans can stream Canucks regional broadcasts through NHL Power Play or watch them through NHL Center Ice. NHL Network may pick up select games, while matchups against a viewer's local team generally require that team's in-market broadcaster.
Why you should trust us
CableTV.com Contributing Writer Ian McLaren is an Ontario-based hockey writer and host of the daily “Locked On Bruins” podcast who has covered the NHL for nearly two decades. His experience following Canadian hockey gives him firsthand familiarity with regional rights, national broadcasts, blackouts, and the extra complications that come with watching teams on both sides of the border.
For CableTV.com’s NHL viewing guides, Ian reviews official team schedules, regional and national broadcast information, streaming access rules, and TV provider lineups. CableTV.com revisits these pages as channel assignments, media rights, streaming services, and provider packages change. Learn more about the process on the How We Rank page.
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