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Time, TV for North American opening games

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The NHL concluded its overseas opener with a win for the New Jersey Devils in the two-game series against the Buffalo Sabers in Prague, Czech Republic.

Now the league opens in North America on Tuesday with a tripleheader on ESPN.

The Seattle Kraken, who played on opening night last season, begin with a home game against the St. Louis Blues.

In game two, the Florida Panthers will raise their Stanley Cup banner before taking on the Boston Bruins, the team they defeated in the playoffs the last two seasons. The Panthers received their championship rings on Monday.

The Utah Hockey Club will make its late-game debut, hosting Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks.

What to know about the NHL's North American opening night:

What is the NHL schedule for opening night in North America?

Times afternoon ET

How can I watch NHL Opening Night in North America?

All three games will be broadcast on ESPN.

How can I live stream NHL Opening Night in North America?

Games can be streamed live on ESPN+ and Fubo.

St. Louis Blues at Seattle Kraken, 4:30 p.m

Both teams were aggressive in the offseason after missing the playoffs in 2023-24. The Kraken added Stanley Cup winners Brandon Montour, Chandler Stephenson and coach Dan Bylsma. The Blues have added forward Dylan Holloway and defenseman Philip Broberg via offer lists.

Boston Bruins at Florida Panthers, 7

The Panthers defeated the record-setting Bruins in the first round in 2023 and knocked them out in the second round last season. This series got lively when Matthew Tkachuk and David Pastrnak fought. Although goaltender Jeremy Swayman didn't sign until Sunday and missed training camp, Bruins coach Jim Montgomery said he made a good impression in practice Monday and the team hasn't decided on a starter for Tuesday.

Chicago Blackhawks at Utah Hockey Club, March 10

Utah makes its NHL debut at the Delta Center. Under new team owners Ryan and Ashley Smith, the former Arizona Coyotes strengthened their blue line with Mikhail Sergachev, John Marino and Ian Cole. The Blackhawks got help for Bedard in the offseason by signing Tyler Bertuzzi and Teuvo Teravainen.

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