Fans can hear live play-by-play of every NHL^® game, plus expert analysis, exclusive interviews and original programming all season long on SiriusXM radios and the SiriusXM app.

TORONTO, Sept. 28, 2026 /CNW/ -- SiriusXM Canada, the country's leading audio entertainment company and the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NHL^®, today announced its coverage plans for the 2026–27 NHL^® season, bringing hockey fans across North America live play-by-play, fresh voices, expert analysis, exclusive programming throughout the season.

Beginning with opening night on Tuesday, September 29, SiriusXM NHL Network Radio^™ (ch. 91) will once again be the destination for around-the-clock NHL coverage, with every game available to SiriusXM subscribers through dedicated play-by-play channels on SiriusXM radios and the SiriusXM app.

Now entering its 22nd season, SiriusXM NHL Network Radio^™ brings together some of the most knowledgeable voices in hockey, including former players and insiders who offer firsthand perspective and analysis on hockey's biggest stories. This season's lineup will include (TBD) Mike Johnson, Anthony Stewart, Martin Biron, Andrew Raycroft, Craig Button, Nate Thompson, Frankie Corrado, Tony Granato, and Jason Strudwick. 

Fan-favourite hosts and contributors will also return throughout the season, delivering daily analysis, interviews, insight and coverage of all 32 NHL^® teams, including (TBD) Gord Stellick, Scott Laughlin, Steve Kouleas, Mick Kern, Jake Hahn, Victoria Matiash, Brian Burke, Elliotte Friedman, Bruce Boudreau, and Dave Pagnotta.

Fans can also start their weekday mornings with the SiriusXM Morning Skate podcast, featuring Scott Laughlin, Gord Stellick and Tyler Madarasz. The show breaks down the latest news and storylines from around the League, recaps the previous night's action and looks ahead to the games and stories to watch. SiriusXM Morning Skate is available on the SiriusXM app and wherever listeners get their podcasts.

The 2026–27 regular season gets underway on Tuesday, September 29 with three marquee matchups. The defending Stanley Cup^® Champion, the Carolina Hurricanes, will open the season at home against the Florida Panthers at 5 p.m. ET. The New York Rangers then visit the Boston Bruins at 8 p.m. ET, before the Chicago Blackhawks take on the defending Western Conference Champion, the Vegas Golden Knights at 10:30 p.m. ET. Fans can hear live play-by-play of all three games on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio.

SiriusXM NHL Network Radio^™ is the only 24/7 audio channel dedicated to the NHL, available to subscribers across North America on SiriusXM radios (channel 91) and on the SiriusXM app (SiriusXM NHL Network Radio^™). For more SiriusXM NHL Network Radio^™ programming, visit: SiriusXM.ca/SiriusXM-NHL-Network-Radio.

On the SiriusXM app, fans can find even more hockey content, including podcasts, player interviews, press conferences, and more. The app also features 32 dedicated NHL team channels carrying each team's official radio broadcast. All 32 team channels are also available in vehicles equipped with SiriusXM's 360L radios. French-language broadcasts for all Montréal Canadiens games will be available via Attitude Franco (ch. 163).

For a schedule of NHL games on SiriusXM, go to SiriusXM.ca/NHL. Keep up with SiriusXM NHL Network Radio^™ on X, and Facebook.

About SiriusXM Canada

Sirius XM Canada Inc., operating as SiriusXM Canada, is the country's leading audio entertainment company. SiriusXM creates and offers ad-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; podcasts; and exclusive talk and entertainment. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company, as well as on smartphones and all connected devices on the SiriusXM app. For more information, visit siriusxm.ca. 

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SiriusXM Canada has been designated one of Canada's Best Managed Companies 17 years in a row and is currently a Platinum Club Member.

About the NHL

The National Hockey League (NHL), founded in 1917, consists of 32 Member Clubs. Each team roster reflects the League's international makeup with players from more than 20 countries represented, all vying for the most cherished and historic trophy in professional sports – the Stanley Cup. Every year, the NHL entertains more than 670 million fans in-arena and through its partners on national television and radio; more than 191 million followers - league, team and player accounts combined - across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube; and more than 100 million fans online at NHL.com. The League broadcasts games in more than 260 countries and territories through its rightsholders including ESPN, WBD Sports and NHL Network in the U.S.; Prime Video, Sportsnet and TVA Sports in Canada; and via SiriusXM NHL Network Radio™, Sports USA and TuneIn; and reaches fans worldwide with games available to stream in every country.

Fans are engaged across the League's digital assets on mobile devices via the free NHL App; across nine social media platforms; on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio™; and on NHL.com, available in eight languages and featuring unprecedented access to player and team statistics as well as every regular-season and playoff game box score dating back to the League's inception, powered by SAP. NHL Productions develops compelling original programming featuring unprecedented access to players, coaches and League and team personnel for distribution across the NHL's social and digital platforms.

The NHL is committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using hockey to celebrate fans of every race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. The NHL's social impact platform, NHL Unites, reinforces that the official policy of the sport is one of inclusion on the ice, in locker rooms, boardrooms and stands. Through the NHL's investments in communities across North America, the League is expanding access and opportunity for people of all backgrounds and abilities to play hockey. Last season, a record number of girls and boys stepped onto the ice and tried hockey for the first time. The NHL's premiere ball hockey program, NHL STREET, continues its expansion into NHL and non-NHL markets, offering fun and affordable hockey for youth. And in arenas Leaguewide, more than 350 cultural celebrations nights are held, celebrating fans of all backgrounds. The League's efforts continue to foster more inclusive environments and grow the game through a greater diversity of participants.

NHL, the NHL Shield and the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup are registered trademarks and NHL Network Radio are trademarks of the National Hockey League. NHL and NHL team marks are the property of the NHL and its teams. © 2026 NHL. All Rights Reserved.

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