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NHL 2026-27 season starts on September 29 with key matchups

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

NHL 2026-27 season starts on September 29 with key matchups

Summary

The 2026-27 NHL season kicks off on September 29 with five games, including the Carolina Hurricanes raising their championship banner. The regular season will introduce an extended 84-game schedule, and training camps are set to open in mid-September. The NHL All-Star Game, returning this season, will have an international theme. Other notable dates include the Winter Classic on New Year's Eve and the Heritage Classic on October 25, featuring the Winnipeg Jets and Montreal Canadiens.

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•Carolina Hurricanes host Florida Panthers to open the season
•NHL All-Star Game is scheduled for February 5-6
•Winter Classic to be held at Rice-Eccles Stadium
•All teams in action on October 13 and April 10
•Heritage Classic game on October 25, Jets vs. Canadiens

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10:10 AMYahoo Sports — When does the 2026-27 NHL season start? Here are the key dates

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The start of the NHL regular season is rapidly approaching. Here are the key dates for the 2026-27 season.
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Boston Bruins Carolina Hurricanes Chicago Blackhawks Edmonton Oilers Florida Panthers Montreal Canadiens Minnesota Wild NHL Hockey

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Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 10:10 AM
When does the 2026-27 NHL season start? Here are the key dates
The start of the NHL regular season is rapidly approaching. Here are the key dates for the 2026-27 season.

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