How To Watch Wednesday Night Hockey in 2026

Wednesday Night Hockey has a new home for the 2026–27 NHL season. Prime Video is now the exclusive Canadian home of national Wednesday night NHL games, with 27 regular-season matchups available at no additional cost to Amazon Prime members.

The new package replaces Prime Video's previous Monday Night Hockey coverage and begins a 12-year agreement that runs through the 2037–38 season. Every Wednesday Night Hockey game is available in both English and French. U.S. viewers can watch the same matchups through separate U.S. broadcasts, including NHL Power Play for eligible out-of-market games. Here's how to watch, plus the full 2026–27 schedule with U.S. viewing options.

How to watch Wednesday Night Hockey

You can watch every Wednesday Night Hockey game exclusively on Prime Video in Canada. The 2026–27 schedule includes 27 national regular-season games from September 30, 2026, through April 7, 2027.

How much does Wednesday Night Hockey cost?

If you're already an Amazon Prime member, Wednesday Night Hockey doesn't cost anything extra. A standard Canadian Prime membership costs $9.99/mo or $99/yr and includes all 27 regular-season games.

You don't need to purchase an NHL add-on or a separate sports package. Your membership also includes Prime Video's regular movie and TV library along with Amazon's other Prime benefits.

Prime's NHL package extends beyond the regular season. Beginning in 2026–27, Prime Video also exclusively carries two First Round Stanley Cup Playoff series and one Second Round series in Canada each year.

You don't need Sportsnet, Sportsnet+, or another Prime Video channel to watch. Wednesday Night Hockey is included with a regular Canadian Amazon Prime membership at no additional cost.

Option	U.S. price (USD)	Canadian price (CAD)	Wednesday Night Hockey
Amazon Prime	$14.99/mo or $139/yr	CA$9.99/mo or CA$99/yr	All 27 games in Canada only
Prime for young adults and students	$7.49/mo or $69/yr	CA$4.99/mo or CA$49/yr	All 27 games in Canada only

Prime Video is included with Amazon Prime. Eligible young adults ages 19–24 and college, university, and CEGEP students can get a discounted Prime membership with a six-month free trial, then pay $4.99/mo or $49/yr.

What's new with NHL on Prime?

Prime Video carried Monday Night Hockey during the previous two NHL seasons, but its new Wednesday Night Hockey package marks a much bigger long-term commitment.

The new agreement runs through the 2037–38 NHL season. The deal calls for at least 26 national regular-season games each year, with 27 scheduled for the inaugural 2026–27 season.

It's also the first season that NHL on Prime offers every national broadcast in both English and French.

Canadian teams feature prominently throughout the schedule. The Montréal Canadiens appear seven times, the Toronto Maple Leafs six times, while the Calgary Flames, Winnipeg Jets, and Ottawa Senators each appear four times. The schedule also includes five all-Canadian matchups.

Do I need Sportsnet to watch Wednesday Night Hockey?

No. Wednesday Night Hockey is exclusive to Prime Video in Canada, so a Sportsnet or Sportsnet+ subscription won't give you access to these national broadcasts.

That's one of the biggest changes to NHL viewing this season. Prime Video previously carried Monday Night Hockey, but the national schedule has been reshuffled for 2026–27. Prime now owns Wednesday nights, while Sportsnet carries other national NHL packages throughout the week.

Can I watch Wednesday Night Hockey in the U.S.?

Yes. Although Prime Video's Wednesday Night Hockey broadcasts are exclusive to Canada, U.S. viewers can watch many of the same matchups through NHL Power Play on ESPN+ (included with ESPN Select and Unlimited), subject to local and national blackouts. Three games on the Canadian Wednesday schedule are also confirmed for national U.S. coverage on TNT and HBO Max.

If you're outside the participating teams' local broadcast territories, start with NHL Power Play. If you're in a team's local market, check its local broadcaster instead. Some games may also be selected for NHL Network, which can affect ESPN+ availability. Use the NHL's local broadcast lookup to check your market.

The U.S. column below identifies the three confirmed TNT games and the expected out-of-market viewing route for the other matchups. ESPN+ availability depends on location and is not a guaranteed nationwide broadcast assignment.

2026–27 Wednesday Night Hockey schedule

Prime Video has 27 Wednesday Night Hockey games scheduled between September 30, 2026, and April 7, 2027. Every game features at least one Canadian NHL team. Canadian viewers can watch every matchup on Prime Video; U.S. options appear alongside each game.

Date	Matchup	Time (ET)	U.S. viewing option
Sept. 30, 2026	New York Islanders at Toronto Maple Leafs	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Oct. 7, 2026	Colorado Avalanche at Winnipeg Jets	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Oct. 14, 2026	Montréal Canadiens at Washington Capitals	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Oct. 21, 2026	Florida Panthers at Ottawa Senators	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Oct. 28, 2026	Calgary Flames at Edmonton Oilers	8:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Nov. 4, 2026	Ottawa Senators at Buffalo Sabres	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Nov. 11, 2026	New York Rangers at Calgary Flames	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Nov. 18, 2026	Montréal Canadiens at New Jersey Devils	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Nov. 25, 2026	Vancouver Canucks at Detroit Red Wings	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Dec. 2, 2026	Tampa Bay Lightning at Montréal Canadiens	7:30 p.m.	TNT / HBO Max (national)
Dec. 9, 2026	Toronto Maple Leafs at Dallas Stars	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Dec. 16, 2026	Vancouver Canucks at Anaheim Ducks	9 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Dec. 30, 2026	Edmonton Oilers at Boston Bruins	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Jan. 6, 2027	Boston Bruins at Montréal Canadiens	7:30 p.m.	TNT / HBO Max (national)
Jan. 13, 2027	New Jersey Devils at Montréal Canadiens	7 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Jan. 20, 2027	Toronto Maple Leafs at Ottawa Senators	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Jan. 27, 2027	Toronto Maple Leafs at Detroit Red Wings	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Feb. 3, 2027	Winnipeg Jets at New York Rangers	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Feb. 10, 2027	Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs	7:30 p.m.	TNT / HBO Max (national)
Feb. 17, 2027	Los Angeles Kings at Winnipeg Jets	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Feb. 24, 2027	Calgary Flames at Utah Mammoth	8 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Mar. 3, 2027	Edmonton Oilers at Calgary Flames	8:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Mar. 10, 2027	Boston Bruins at Montréal Canadiens	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Mar. 17, 2027	Tampa Bay Lightning at Toronto Maple Leafs	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Mar. 24, 2027	Ottawa Senators at Montréal Canadiens	7:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Mar. 31, 2027	San Jose Sharks at Edmonton Oilers	8:30 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*
Apr. 7, 2027	Edmonton Oilers at Winnipeg Jets	8 p.m.	ESPN+ NHL Power Play (out of market)*

*For games not listed as national TNT broadcasts, ESPN+ NHL Power Play is the typical U.S. out-of-market option, subject to local/national blackouts and possible NHL Network selections. Viewers in participating teams' local markets should check the NHL local broadcaster guide. 

Broadcast designations may change. Sources: Prime Video schedule, NHL on TNT national schedule, and NHL U.S. viewing guide.

How to watch Wednesday Night Hockey while traveling

Prime Video's Wednesday Night Hockey rights apply only in Canada, so a Canadian Prime member traveling internationally may find that the NHL stream isn't available in the same way outside the country.

A virtual private network (VPN) changes your virtual location by routing your internet connection through a VPN server. Connecting to a Canadian server can give you a Canadian IP address, which may help you bypass geo-restrictions and access streaming services you normally use at home.

To try streaming Wednesday Night Hockey while traveling:

1. Choose a VPN. Pick a service with fast servers in Canada.
2. Install the VPN. Download the app on the device you'll use to stream.
3. Connect to Canada. Choose a Canadian VPN server.
4. Open Prime Video. Sign in to your Canadian Amazon Prime account.
5. Find NHL on Prime. Look for the Wednesday Night Hockey stream and start watching.

Streaming services can detect or restrict VPN connections, so using a VPN doesn't guarantee access. Check Prime Video's terms and regional availability before streaming.

Best VPN for streaming Wednesday Night Hockey

We recommend Surfshark for Canadian Prime members who want to stream while traveling. It's one of our best VPNs for Canada and offers servers in Toronto, Montréal, and Vancouver.

Surfshark also supports unlimited simultaneous connections, so one subscription can cover your phone, laptop, tablet, and compatible streaming devices. For more options, compare our top-tested VPN services.

Bottom line

Prime Video is the exclusive home of Wednesday Night Hockey in Canada for the 2026–27 season. A standard Canadian Amazon Prime membership includes all 27 national regular-season games at no additional cost, and every broadcast is available in both English and French.

Prime's NHL coverage now extends beyond Wednesday nights, too, with two First Round and one Second Round Stanley Cup Playoff series available exclusively on Prime Video in Canada each year.

For U.S. viewers, Canadian Prime Video rights do not apply. Check the schedule above for TNT/HBO Max national games or use ESPN+ NHL Power Play for eligible out-of-market matchups. Local-market and NHL Network restrictions may apply.

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