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NHL games today: June 8
There is one NHL game today. Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers starts at 8 PM ET on ABC. The Panthers lost last year’s Cup to the Vegas Golden Knights in what ended up being just a five-game series, so Florida will be eager to show they deserve better this time around.
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You can find the full Stanley Cup Final schedule below, including TV info and watch times.
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Stanley Cup Final schedule
| Date | Game | Matchup | TV Info | Time (EDT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, June 8 | Game 1 | Edmonton Oilers @ Florida Panthers | ABC, ESPN+, SN, CNC, TVAS | 8:00 PM |
| Monday, June 10 | Game 2 | Edmonton Oilers @ Florida Panthers | ABC, ESPN+, SN, CNC, TVAS | 8:00 PM |
| Thursday, June 13 | Game 3 | Florida Panthers @ Edmonton Oilers | ABC, ESPN+, SN, CNC, TVAS | 8:00 PM |
| Saturday, June 15 | Game 4 | Florida Panthers @ Edmonton Oilers | ABC, ESPN+, SN, CNC, TVAS | 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday, June 18* | Game 5* | Edmonton Oilers @ Florida Panthers | ABC, ESPN+, SN, CNC, TVAS | 8:00 PM |
| Friday, June 21* | Game 6* | Florida Panthers @ Edmonton Oilers | ABC, ESPN+, SN, CNC, TVAS | 8:00 PM |
| Monday, June 24* | Game 7* | Edmonton Oilers @ Florida Panthers | ABC, ESPN+, SN, CNC, TVAS | 8:00 PM |
What channel is the Stanley Cup Finals on?
The Stanley Cup Final is on ABC in the United States and SN, CNC and TVAS internationally. You can stream the Stanley Cup Final on ESPN+.
What dates are the Stanley Cup finals?
The Stanley Cup Finals are on June 8 (Game 1), June 10 (Game 2), June 13 (Game 3), June 15 (Game 4) and if necessary June 18 (Game 5), June 21 (Game 6) and June 24 (Game 7).
When do the Stanley Cup finals start?
The Stanley Cup Final starts on Saturday, June 8 at 5:00 PM PDT/8:00 PM EDT.
Who is favored to win the 2024 Stanley Cup?
The Florida Panthers are favored to win the Stanley Cup Finals in 2024. Florida is also favored to win Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers.
Where can I watch Game 1 of the Stanley Cup?
You can watch Game 1 of the Stanley Cup on ABC, SN, CNC or TVAS. You can also stream the Stanley Cup Finals on ESPN+.
What teams are playing for the Stanley Cup 2024?
The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers are playing for the Stanley Cup.
What time is game 1 of the Stanley Cup?
Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final is at 5:00 PM PDT/8:00 PM EDT on ABC.
NHL playoff schedule FAQ
What teams are in the NHL Playoffs?
- Western Conference: Edmonton Oilers
- Eastern Conference: Florida Panthers
When do the NHL playoffs start?
The NHL playoffs start on Saturday, April 20.
Where can I watch the Oilers vs Panthers?
You can watch the Oilers vs Panthers series on ABC.
How will the NHL playoffs be televised?
The 2024 Stanely Cup NHL Playoffs will be televised on ABC, ESPN, TBS, and TNT. We’ll provide the full NHL playoff TV schedule when it’s released.
How many games in the NHL season?
There are 82 games played during the NHL season, ranging from October through May.
When is the NHL All-Star game?
The 2024 NHL All-Star Game was held at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario on Feb. 3. The Toronto Maple Leafs served as host for the NHL All-Star Game in 2024, the first time since 2012 that a Canadian city hosted the All-Star Game.
When is the NHL trade deadline?
The 2023-’24 NHL trade deadline was on Saturday, March 8, five days later than when the NHL trade deadline is typically held. The hope was this incentivizes teams to make more deals.
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When is the 2024 NHL Draft?
While an official date hasn’t been announced, the 2024 NHL Draft is expected to be held in June 2024. The tentative expectation is that the NHL Draft 2024 will be from June 28-29.
When do the 2024 NHL playoffs start?
The 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs begin April 20.
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When is the Stanley Cup Final?
The 2024 Stanley Cup Finals are scheduled for June of 2024.
2023 Stanley Cup Final
| Game | Date | Matchup | Time | TV Info |
| 1 | Saturday, June 3 | Golden Knights 5, Panthers 2 | 8:00 PM | TNT |
| 2 | Monday, June 5 | Golden Knights 7, Panthers 2 | 8:00 PM | TNT |
| 3 | Thursday, June 8 | Panthers 3, Knights 2 (OT) | 8:00 PM | TNT |
| 4 | Saturday, June 10 | Golden Knights 3, Panthers 2 | 8:00 PM | TNT |
| 5 | Tuesday, June 13 | Golden Knights 9, Panthers 3 | 8:00 PM | TNT |
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Stanley Cup winners
The Vegas Golden Knights are the reigning Stanley Cup champions after defeating the Florida Panthers in five games of the 2023 Stanley Cup Finals.
- 2023: Vegas Golden Knights 4, Florida Panthers 1
- 2022: Colorado Avalanche 4, Tampa Bay Lightning 2
- 2021: Tampa Bay Lightning 4, Montreal Canadiens 1
- 2020: Tampa Bay Lightning 4, Dallas Stars 2
- 2019: St. Louis Blues 4, Boston Bruins 3
- 2018: Washington Capitals 4, Vegas Golden Knights 1
- 2017: Pittsburgh Penguins 4, Nashville Predators 2
- 2016: Pittsburgh Penguins 4, San Jose Sharks 2
- 2015: Chicago Blackhawks 4, Tampa Bay Lightning 2
- 2014: Los Angeles Kings 4, New York Rangers 1
- 2013: Chicago Blackhawks 4, Boston Bruins 2
- 2012: Los Angeles Kings 4, New Jersey Devils 2
