What channel is the Chicago Blackhawks game on tonight?
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Yes, the Blackhawks play today. Chicago Blackhawks vs. the Montreal Canadiens, 8:00 PM ET.
📺 NHL Network (national); CHSN (local)
Channels for the next Blackhawks game
Montreal Canadiens at Chicago Blackhawks · United Center, Chicago, IL
- NHL Network National · Cable
- CHSN Blackhawks local · Regional TV
CHSN: A regional sports network or local channel. Available on cable/satellite in the team's region; DIRECTV Stream and Fubo carry many regional networks (check your ZIP code).
How to stream the Blackhawks legally
- YouTube TV Live TV with local CBS, FOX, NBC and ABC, ESPN, TNT and NFL Network; home of NFL Sunday Ticket.
- DIRECTV Stream Live TV streaming that carries most regional sports networks (check your ZIP code).
- Fubo Live TV streaming with broadcast networks, ESPN, NFL Network and many regional sports networks.
- Sling TV Lower-cost live TV. Sling Orange has ESPN and TNT; Sling Blue has FOX/NBC in select markets and NFL Network.
- NHL Center Ice Out-of-market NHL games through your TV provider (blackouts apply).
Channel lineups and regional networks vary by ZIP code. Check availability before you sign up. We never link to unlicensed streams.
In-market vs. out-of-market Blackhawks games
If you live in the Chicago area: Most games air inside the team's home territory on its regional network or a local broadcast station (some teams have moved to free over-the-air partners or their own app). National games air on ESPN/ABC or TNT/truTV, streaming on ESPN+ / HBO Max.
Local Blackhawks broadcasters in recent listings: CHSN (Regional TV), CHSN+ (In-market stream).
If you live elsewhere: In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.
Upcoming Blackhawks games and channels
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV / stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | vs. the Montreal Canadiens | 8:00 PM ET | NHL Network (national); CHSN (local) |
| Sun, Oct 25 | vs. the Florida Panthers | 3:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); CHSN (local) |
| Tue, Oct 27 | vs. the Los Angeles Kings | 8:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); CHSN (local) |
| Thu, Oct 29 | at the Detroit Red Wings | 7:30 PM ET | Disney+, ESPN+ (ESPN app) and Hulu (national) |
| Sat, Oct 31 | at the Boston Bruins | 1:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); CHSN (local) |
| Mon, Nov 2 | vs. the Colorado Avalanche | 8:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); CHSN+ (local) |
Blackhawks TV FAQ
What channel is the Blackhawks game on tonight?
The Chicago Blackhawks play vs. the Montreal Canadiens today at 8:00 PM ET. Channel: NHL Network (national); CHSN (local).
How can I watch the Blackhawks game without cable?
Legal streaming options for the next game: YouTube TV, DIRECTV Stream, Fubo, Sling TV, NHL Center Ice. Channel lineups vary by ZIP code, so check that the service carries the channel in your area.
What is the Blackhawks local TV channel?
Recent Blackhawks schedule listings show these local broadcasters: CHSN, CHSN+. Local broadcasts are only available in the team's home territory.
Can I watch the Blackhawks if I live out of market?
In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.