"New Era for the NHL: 2026-27 Regular Season Kicks Off in September with Record-Breaking 1,344 Games The National Hockey League has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026-27 regular-season schedule, and it's shaping up to be a historic season for fans. For the first time in league history, the season will begin in September, with teams taking to the ice for an expanded 84-game slate. The new schedule promises a thrilling 194 days of non-stop hockey action, featuring an all-time high of 1,344 games played. As the NHL continues to push the boundaries of its schedule, fans can expect a fresh start to the season and a new level of excitement on the ice."

The NHL announced the 2026-27 regular-season schedule, which will feature an all-time high of 1,344 games played across 194 days with a rare September start as teams contest an expanded 84-game ...