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The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights will face off in Game 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday, June 2 at 5pm PT/8pm ET. Since these and all remaining games in the championship series will be broadcast on ABC, they can also be streamed live on any streaming service that carries said network, namely DirecTV (with a five-day free trial), Fubo (with a five-day free trial), Sling and Hulu + Live TV.
Quick overview: How to watch the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final
- when: Starts Tuesday, June 2, at 5pm PT/8pm ET (see full schedule below)
- channel: ABC
- Stream online: DirecTV, Fubo, Sling, Hulu + Live TV
Learn more about each streaming option — plus free trials and new subscriber discounts — below.
Where to watch the 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knights vs. Hurricanes Livestream
ABC is the exclusive US broadcast home of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, meaning the games can be streamed live on any streaming TV service that carries the network, including DirecTV (with a five-day free trial), Fubo (with a five-day free trial), Sling and Hulu + Live TV. More about each option below.
DirectTV
Five-day free trial; Packages start at $19.99 per month
ABC is included in any of DirecTV’s premium packages: Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate, or Premier. Additionally, DirecTV is offering a free five-day trial of the streaming service, which means new subscribers can enjoy the games at no cost for a limited time.
Learn more about each plan option, including how to build your own channel lineup (starting at just $19.99 per month), at directv.com. Make sure to check local channel availability as it may vary by region.
Fubo
Five-day free trial; Packages start at $55.99 per month ($45.99 for the first month)
Watch the fourth and final round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on ABC by subscribing to Fubo, which offers a free five-day trial for new subscribers.
After the trial period, plans start at $45.99 for the first month and $55.99 per month after that.
sling
Plans start at $4.99
For sports fans, Sling offers one of the widest range of plan options, but it’s important to note that the availability of local channels depends on your TV market. However, ABC is included in Sling’s Blue Plan, starting at $45.99 per month, and Sling’s Orange & Blue Plan, with prices starting at $60.99 per month.
Visit Sling.com to check local channel availability and package options, starting at $4.99 per day or $19.99 per month.
Hulu + Live TV
Three-day free trial; Packages start at $89.99 per month
Watch ABC for free with a three-day trial of Hulu + Live TV. Subscriptions come bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+, and start at $89.99 per month.
Stanley Cup Final Schedule 2026
All games are set for 5pm PT/8pm ET. Since the Stanley Cup Final is a best-of-seven series, Games Five, Six and Seven will not be played unless necessary.
- Game 1: Vegas at Carolina, June 2
- Game 2: Vegas at Carolina, June 4
- Game 3: Carolina at Vegas, June 6
- Game 4: Carolina at Vegas, June 9
- Game 5: Vegas at Carolina, June 11
- Game 6: Carolina at Vegas, June 14
- Game 7: Vegas at Carolina, June 17
