NHL playoffs 2026: Where to watch tonight, game schedule, how to stream and more

The 2026 NHL playoffs are underway, with the first round wrapping up and the second round set to begin on May 6. Notable absentees are the Florida Panthers, two-time defending Stanley Cup champions, who missed the playoffs due to a injury-plagued season. Playoff games began on April 18 and could run as late as June 19 if the Stanley Cup Final goes to seven games, with coverage available on TNT, TBS, truTV, and ESPN.