Puck Drops on a New Season: NHL 2026-27 Preseason Schedule Unveiled The National Hockey League (NHL) has announced the highly anticipated preseason schedule for the upcoming 2026-27 season, set to kick off on September 19. The 2026-27 campaign promises to bring thrilling matchups and intense rivalries to ice rinks across North America and Europe. With a packed schedule featuring 32 teams and a mix of familiar faces and new talent, hockey fans are in for a treat as the league prepares for another action-packed season. As the countdown begins, fans can start marking their calendars and get ready for the puck to drop on a new chapter in NHL history.
NHL 2026-27 preseason schedule to begin Sept. 19 NHL.com
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