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The Stanley Cup Finals begin in early June, with the last game ending no later than June 23rd. As the NHL gets closer to the playoffs, you will want to make sure to catch the first to the final game.
Here’s how to watch the action on the ice with a live TV streaming service.
Where can you stream the Stanley Cup Finals?
All Stanley Cup Finals matches will air on ABC this year. Choosing the right streaming service will let you watch the tournament and tune into matches next season.
| DIRECTV STREAM | Hulu + Live TV | Fubo | Sling TV | YouTube TV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABC | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔* | ✔ |
How to watch the Stanley Cup Final on DIRECTV STREAM
| Plan | Price per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entertainment | $86.99 | 90+ | Yes |
| Choice | $114.99 | 125+ | Yes |
| Ultimate | $129.99 | 160+ | Yes |
| Premier | $169.99 | 185+ | Yes |
DIRECTV STREAM gives you access to ABC for the Finals, as well as ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, and TNT, which is what you’ll need to watch next season. If you’re looking for more sports content to supplement the existing channel list, look at the lineup of sports extras for channels like NHL Network and MLB Network. DIRECTV STREAM also allows for unlimited simultaneous streams and includes unlimited Cloud DVR space for recording shows, movies, and sports events.
How to watch the Stanley Cup Final on Hulu + Live TV
| Plan | Price per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live TV Only | $81.99 | 95+ | Yes |
| Hulu + Live TV Bundle (With Ads) | $82.99 | 95+ | Yes |
| Hulu + Live TV Bundle (No Ads) | $95.99 | 95+ | Yes |
Hulu + Live TV includes ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, and TNT — everything you need to catch the action of the Stanley Cup and regular season matches. The channel list also includes sports networks like ACC Network, Big Ten Network, and Fox Sports 1. Sports fans will appreciate that a Hulu + Live TV subscription comes with access to ESPN Plus and Disney Plus. Hulu + Live TV gives subscribers unlimited Cloud DVR.
How to watch the Stanley Cup Final on Fubo
| Plan | Price per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro | $84.99* | 216+ | Yes |
| Elite | $94.99* | 292+ | Yes |
*Regional sports fee may apply
Fubo was created with sports fans in mind, and it shows. Along with local channels including ABC, Fubo has a lineup of channels that allows subscribers to watch local, national, and international sports, including some events that you won’t find on other services. Notably, the service is lacking TBS and TNT. Fubo now offers unlimited cloud DVR recording space.
How to watch the Stanley Cup Final on Sling TV
| Plan | Price per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sling Orange | $45.99 | 30+ | No |
| Sling Blue | $45.99 | 40+ | No |
| Sling Orange & Blue | $60.99 | 48+ | No |
Sling TV only offers local channels, including ABC, in select locations across the country. If you’re in one of those locations, you’re in luck. You’ll be able to watch the Stanley Cup Finals with this affordable live TV streaming service. The Sling channel list also includes ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, and TNT — almost everything you’ll need for watching nationally aired matches in the regular season. Sling comes with 50 hours of Cloud DVR.
How to watch the Stanley Cup Final on YouTube TV
| Plan | Price per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Plan | $82.99 | 100+ | Yes |
YouTube TV shouldn’t be overlooked as an option for sports fans. The streaming service has a lineup that includes locals and a selection of sports channels including ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, and TNT, in addition to Fox Sports 1, NBC’s Golf Channel, and SEC Network. You’ll also get unlimited Cloud DVR so you can record games and watch whenever it’s convenient.
FAQ
Matches will be played at the home stadiums of the two teams who make it to the finals.
You can watch with a free trial of a live TV streaming service or with an antenna.
To watch the Stanley Cup Final without cable, find a streaming service that gives you access to ABC, like DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu, Fubo, YouTube TV, and Sling in some areas.
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