The National Hockey League officially announced on Wednesday that start times for several Montreal Canadiens games have been adjusted for the upcoming 2026-27 regular season. This routine update affects seven games for the Habs, including one home contest scheduled to be played at the Bell Centre.
The NHL's 2026-27 regular season is slated to begin on September 29, with the Canadiens opening their schedule on the road against the Toronto Maple Leafs. This season marks a return to an 84-game schedule for NHL teams, an increase from the previous 82-game format. This change, part of the new Collective Bargaining Agreement, will see teams play an additional two divisional games.
Fans looking to plan their game nights can find the full list of updated game times on NHL. com. These adjustments are typical as the league and its broadcast partners finalize the intricate scheduling details for the lengthy NHL season, ensuring optimal viewing for fans across Canada and beyond. The Montreal Canadiens will be looking to build on their performance from the previous season, with these schedule updates being a minor but necessary part of the lead-up to puck drop.
The NHL season promises a full slate of action, with national broadcast partners ESPN and Sportsnet set to deliver comprehensive coverage. The league's schedule also includes international games in Finland and Germany, as well as outdoor games, including the Heritage Classic in Winnipeg featuring the Canadiens.
