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The Vancouver Canucks will face the Nashville Predators tonight in Game 6 of the NHL playoff series. The Canucks lead the series 3-2, meaning the Predators must win tonight or risk elimination from the playoffs.
Here’s what you need to know to watch or stream tonight’s hockey game.
How and when to watch Game 6 of the NHL playoff series between the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators
Game 6 of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Vancouver Canucks and the Nashville Predators will be played on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT). The game will be broadcast on TNT and broadcast on Sling TV and live TV streaming platforms shown below.
How to watch Vancouver Canucks vs. Nashville Predators Game 6 without cable
If your cable subscription doesn’t offer TNT or you’ve cut the cord with your cable company, you can still watch the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Below are the platforms where you can watch today’s NHL playoff game.
Sling TV: The Most Cost-Effective Way to Stream the Canucks vs Predators Game
If you don’t have cable and want to watch today’s hockey game, one of the most cost-effective ways to stream playoff games is with a subscription to Sling TV. To watch playoff hockey, you will need a subscription at the Orange + Blue tier. Also worth noting: Sling TV comes with 50 hours of cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for recording today’s championship game.
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. If you are looking for a live TV streaming platform to watch all your favorite sports, we suggest you subscribe to Hulu + Live TV.
Key Features of the Sling TV Orange + Blue Tier:
- 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.
Hulu + Live TV/ESPN+ Package: Watch the Canucks vs. Predators Game Live for Free
You can watch today’s match 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.
Watch the Canucks vs Predators game for free on Max
Max., formerly known as HBO Max, is known for streaming top HBO content like “Succession” and “House of Dragon.” Now, hockey fans can enjoy NHL playoff games on the streamer with the B/R sports add-on. You will need a Max subscription to access B/R sports content like the NHL Playoffs and NBA Playoffs. Some breakdowns apply.
A subscription to Max starts at $9.99 per month. The B/R sports add-on is currently free.
Fanatics has the latest NHL playoff fan gear
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. Delivery is free with the code 24ship ($24 minimum order required).
2024 NHL Playoffs: complete schedule
The first round of the 2024 NHL playoffs is a best-of-seven series that begins on April 20, 2024.
First round schedule
Below is the schedule for the first round of the 2024 NHL playoffs. All times are Eastern.
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: | Maple Leafs v. Burins, Saturday May 4, 8 p.m.
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: | Friday May 3, 10 p.m. | at VGK | TNT
Game 7*: | Sunday May 5, to be determined | at DAL | Television: to be determined
(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*: | Friday May 3, 7 p.m.| at NSH | TNT
Game 7*: | Sunday May 5, to be determined | at VAN | Television: to be determined
(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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