Apr 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) and center Sam Steel (18) and left wing Mason Marchment (27) and defenseman Thomas Harley (55) and center Matt Duchene (95) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrate with the Stars fans after Blackwell scores the game winning goal against the Colorado Avalanche during the overtime period in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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What NHL Playoff games will be played today? NHL Playoffs Games today on 23rd April, 2025, Start Time, TV Channel and Live Streaming

Check out the full NHL playoff schedule for April 23, 2025, including game times, TV channels, and where to stream the action live.

The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs are heating up, and today promises another round of edge-of-your-seat action. Some teams are looking to build on their Game 1 wins, while others are hoping to bounce back and even their series. The Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, Vegas Golden Knights, and Edmonton Oilers will all hit the ice tonight with home-ice advantage behind them. From series-tying hopes to opening statements, fans are in for a night full of high-stakes hockey.

The winner of the Battle of Florida has gone on to the #StanleyCup Final in all three previous meetings. 👀

Which sunshine state team will come out on top this year?

📺: @FlaPanthers vs. @TBLightning TONIGHT at 8:30p ET on @espn, @Sportsnet and @TVASports pic.twitter.com/DmB1QovtfE
— NHL (@NHL) April 22, 2025

Matchup 1: Montreal Canadiens vs. Washington Capitals

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 04:00 PM (PDT)
TV Channel: ESPN2, TNT, Sportsnet
Live Streaming: Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV

The Montreal Canadiens will take on the Washington Capitals in the first-round playoff series. Fans can tune in for intense action between two highly competitive teams, each aiming for postseason glory.

Matchup 2: Dallas Stars vs. Colorado Avalanche

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 06:30 PM (PDT)
TV Channel: TNT, Sportsnet, ESPN2
Live Streaming: Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV

In this matchup, the Dallas Stars face off against the Colorado Avalanche. Both teams are known for their strong playoff performances, and this game promises to be a captivating battle as they try to gain an early advantage in the series.

Matchup 3: Edmonton Oilers vs. Los Angeles King

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 07:00 PM (PDT)
TV Channel: ESPN, TBS, Sportsnet
Live Streaming: Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV

The Edmonton Oilers will take on the Los Angeles Kings in another exciting playoff showdown. With the firepower of the Oilers and the resilience of the Kings, this game is expected to feature high-intensity action and be full of dramatic moments.

📺 How to Watch the 2025 NHL Playoffs

In the U.S.:

TV Channels: ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, TNT, TBS
Streaming Platforms: FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, ESPN+, Max (for TNT/TBS games)

In Canada:

TV Channels: Sportsnet, CBC, TVA Sports
Streaming Options: Sportsnet+, CBC Gem, Amazon Prime (select games)

International Viewers:

NHL.tv or a reliable VPN connected to U.S. or Canadian servers will help fans abroad catch the games live.

Image Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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