NHL Fans Rejoice: The 2026-27 Season Kicks Off with a Bang In a thrilling opening night spectacle, the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes will take to the ice on September 29 to face off against their arch-rivals, the Florida Panthers. The Hurricanes' quest for back-to-back titles will be put to the test as they begin their campaign against a Panthers team that will be looking to dethrone them. The highly anticipated matchup is part of a tripleheader, promising an electrifying start to the 2026-27 NHL season. With the Hurricanes' star-studded roster and the Panthers' relentless pursuit of victory, fans can expect an action-packed night of hockey that will set the tone for the season to come.

The 2026-27 NHL season will get off to a rollicking start on Sept. 29 when the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes host the rival Florida Panthers in an opening night tripleheader on ...