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The New York Rangers take on the Carolina Hurricanes tonight for Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Rangers lead the best-of-seven series 3-1, making this a must-win game for the Hurricanes.
Keep reading to find out all the ways you can watch this crucial NHL playoff game tonight.
How and when to watch Game 5 of the NHL playoffs against the Carolina Hurricanes at the New York Rangers
Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs series between the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Rangers will be played on May 13, 2024 at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT). The game will be broadcast on ESPN and broadcast on Sling TV and the platforms presented below.
How to watch Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers Game 5 without cable
If your cable subscription does not offer ESPN or if you have cut the cord with your cable company, you can still watch the playoffs. Below are the platforms where you can watch the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs without cable.
Save $25 on Sling TV: The Most Cost-Effective Way to Stream the Hurricanes vs Rangers Game
If you don’t have cable and want to watch the NHL playoffs, one of the most cost-effective ways to stream playoff games is through a subscription to Sling TV. To watch playoff hockey, you will need a subscription at the Orange + Blue tier.
Sling’s Orange + Blue tier costs $60 per month, but the platform is currently offering $25 off the first month of any pricing tier, making the Orange + Blue tier $35 for the first month . You can cancel at any time.
Note: Since Sling TV does not carry CBS, you will not be able to watch programs broadcast on CBS such as next year’s NFL games on CBS. To watch these matches, as well as PGA golf, the UEFA Champions League and other sports live, we also recommend subscribing to Paramount+ with Showtime. Paramount+ with Showtime costs $12 per month after a one-week free trial.
Both CBS Essentials and Paramount+ with Showtime are subsidiaries of Paramount.
Key Features of the Sling TV Orange + Blue Tier:
- Sling TV is also our top choice for streaming the NHL playoffs.
- There are 46 channels to watch in total, including ABC, NBC, and Fox (where available).
- You have access to NHL games broadcast on TNT and TBS, which Fubo does not offer.
- All subscription levels include 50 hours of cloud-based DVR storage.
Watch the Hurricanes vs. Rangers game for free with Fubo
You can play today’s game on Fubo. Fubo is a sports-centric streaming service that offers access to local network affiliates, ESPN and more. To watch the NHL playoffs without cable, start a seven-day free trial of Fubo. You can start watching immediately on your TV, phone, tablet or computer. In addition to NHL hockey, you’ll have access to NFL football, MLB, NBA, NASCAR, MLS and international soccer matches. Fubo’s Pro tier is priced at $80 per month after your seven-day free trial.
Sports fans will want to consider adding the $7.99 per month Fubo Extra plan, which includes MLB Network, NBA TV, NHL Network, Tennis Channel, SEC Network and other channels with live games. Or upgrade to Fubo Elite and get all Fubo Extra channels, plus the ability to stream in 4K, starting at $90 per month ($70 for the first month).
Main features of FuboTV Pro Tier:
- There is no contract with Fubo, you can cancel at any time.
- The Pro tier includes over 180 channels, so there’s something for everyone.
- Fubo includes most of the channels you’ll need to watch live sports, including CBS (not available through Sling TV).
- All tiers include 1,000 hours of cloud DVR recording.
- Stream to your TV, phone, tablet and other devices.
Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ Package: Watch Hurricanes vs. Rangers Game Live for Free
You can watch this year’s playoffs with the Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ package. The package includes 95 channels, including ABC, TNT, TBS, local network affiliate channels and ESPN. It also includes the ESPN+ streaming service. Unlimited DVR storage is also included. Watch the 2024 NHL Playoffs, MLB this season, and network NFL games next season with the Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ package.
Hulu + Live TV comes with ESPN+ and Disney+. It is priced at $77 per month after a three-day free trial.
Check out the latest NHL Stanley Cup Playoff gear at Fanatics
Rooting from home is more fun while representing your team with the latest NHL fan gear. Fanatics is our first stop for the latest NHL fan gear, our go-to for the latest from the NHL Playoffs and Finals, like jerseys, commemorative t-shirts, hats and more. Fanatics also just released NFL draft jerseys, like the new No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams’ Chicago Bears jersey.
2024 NHL Playoffs: complete schedule
The first round of the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs is a best-of-seven series that begins on April 20, 2024.
Second round schedule
Below is the schedule for the second round of the 2024 NHL playoffs. All times are Eastern.
Eastern Conference
(1) New York Rangers vs. (2) Carolina Hurricanes
Game 1: | Rangers 4, Hurricanes 3 | to summarize
Game 2: | Rangers 4, Hurricanes 3 (OT2) | to summarize
Game 3: | Rangers 3, Hurricanes 2 | to summarize
Game 4: | Hurricanes 4, Rangers 3 | to summarize
Game 5*: | Monday, May 13, 7 p.m. ET| in New York | Television: ESPN
Game 6*: | Thursday May 16, to be determined | in CAR | Television: to be determined
Game 7*: | Saturday May 18, to be determined | in New York | Television: to be determined
(1) Florida Panthers vs. (2) Boston Bruins
Game 1: | Bruins 5, Panthers 1 | to summarize
Game 2: | Panthers 6, Bruins 1| to summarize
Game 3: | Panthers 6, Bruins 2 | to summarize
Game 4: | Panthers 3, Bruins 2 | to summarize
Game 5*: | Tuesday May 14, to be determined | at the FLA | Television: to be determined
Game 6*: | Friday May 17, to be determined | at BOS | Television: to be determined
Game 7*: | Sunday May 19, to be determined | at the FLA | Television: to be determined
Western Conference
(1) Dallas Stars vs. (3) Colorado Avalanche
Game 1: | Avalanche 4, Stars 3 | to summarize
Game 2: | Stars 5, Avalanche 3 | to summarize
Game 3: | Stars 4, Avalanche 1 | to summarize
Game 4: | Monday May 13, to be determined | at the COL | Television: ESPN
Game 5*: | Wednesday May 15, to be determined | at DAL | Television: to be determined
Game 6*: | Friday May 17, to be determined | at the COL | Television: to be determined
Game 7*: | Sunday May 19, to be determined | at DAL | Television: to be determined
(1) Vancouver Canucks vs. (2) Edmonton Oilers
Game 1: | Canucks 5, Oilers 4| to summarize
Game 2: | Oilers 4, Canucks 3 | to summarize
Game 3: | Canucks 4, Oilers 3 | to summarize
Game 4: | Tuesday May 14, to be determined | at EDM | Television: ESPN
Game 5*: | Thursday May 16, to be determined | at VAN | Television: to be determined
Game 6*: | Saturday May 18, to be determined | at EDM | Television: to be determined
Game 7*: | Monday May 20, to be determined | at VAN | Television: to be determined
2024 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs: First Round Results and Scores
Below are the scores from the first round of the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Eastern Conference
(1) New York Rangers vs. (WC2) Washington Capitals
Game 1: | Rangers 4, Capitals 1 | to summarize
Game 2: | Rangers 4, Capitals 3 | to summarize
Game 3: | Rangers 3, Capitals 1 | to summarize
Game 4: | Rangers 4, Capitals 2 | to summarize
(2) Carolina Hurricanes vs. (3) New York Islanders
Game 1: | Hurricanes 3, Islanders 1 | to summarize
Game 2: | Hurricanes 5, Islanders 3 | to summarize
Game 3: | Hurricanes 3, Islanders 2 | to summarize
Game 4: | Islanders 3, Hurricanes 2 (2OT) | to summarize
Game 5: | Hurricanes 6, Islanders 3 | to summarize
(1) Florida Panthers vs. (WC1) Tampa Bay Lightning
Game 1: | Panthers 3, Lightning 2 | to summarize
Game 2: | Panthers 3, Lightning 2 (OT) | to summarize
Game 3: | Panthers 5, Lightning 3 | to summarize
Game 4: | Lightning 6, Panthers 3 | to summarize
Game 5: | Panthers 6, Lightning 1 | to summarize
(2) Boston Bruins vs. (3) Toronto Maple Leafs
Game 1: | Bruins 5, Maple Leafs 1 | to summarize
Game 2: | Maple Leafs 3, Bruins 2 | to summarize
Game 3: | Bruins 4, Maple Leafs 2 | to summarize
Game 4: | Bruins 3, Maple Leafs 1 | to summarize
Game 5: | Maple Leafs 2, Bruins 1 (OT) | to summarize
Game 6: | Maple Leafs 2, Bruins 1| to summarize
Game 7: | Bruins 2, Maple Leafs 1 (OT) | to summarize
Western Conference
(1) Dallas Stars vs. (WC2) Vegas Golden Knights
Game 1: | Golden Knights 4, Stars 3 | to summarize
Game 2: | Golden Knights 2, Stars 1 | to summarize
Game 3: | Stars 3, Golden Knights 2 (OT) | to summarize
Game 4: | Stars 4, Golden Knights 2 | to summarize
Game 5: | Stars 3, Golden Knights 2 | to summarize
Game 6: | Golden Knights 2, Stars 0 | to summarize
Game 7: | Stars 2, Golden Knights 1| to summarize
(2) Winnipeg Jets vs. (3) Colorado Avalanche
Game 1: | Jets 7, Avalanche 6 | to summarize
Game 2: | Avalanche 5, Jets 2 | to summarize
Game 3: | Avalanche 6, Jets 2 | to summarize
Game 4: | Avalanche 5, Jets 1 | to summarize
Game 5: | Avalanche 6, Jets 3 | to summarize
(1) Vancouver Canucks vs. (WC1) Nashville Predators
Game 1: | Canucks 4, Predators 2 | to summarize
Game 2: | Predators 4, Canucks 1 | to summarize
Game 3: | Canucks 2, Predators 1 | to summarize
Game 4: | Canucks 4, Predators 3 (OT) | to summarize
Game 5: | Predators 2, Canucks 1 | to summarize
Game 6: | Canucks 1, Predators 0 | to summarize
(2) Edmonton Oilers vs. (3) Los Angeles Kings
Game 1: | Oilers 7, Kings 4 | to summarize
Game 2: | Kings 5, Oilers 4 (OT) | to summarize
Game 3: | Oilers 6, Kings 1 | to summarize
Game 4: | Oilers 1, Kings 0 | to summarize
Game 5: | Oilers 4, Kings 3 | to summarize
When are the NHL Stanley Cup Finals?
The Stanley Cup Finals are currently scheduled to begin on June 3, 2024. This date could change depending on the length of the Stanley Cup Conference Finals.
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