NHL 2024-25 schedule released, begins with Global Series in Czechia on Oct. 4

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2024-25 NHL Regular Season: A Comprehensive Guide

The 2024-25 National Hockey League (NHL) regular season is set to begin with a bang, with the puck dropping in Europe on Friday, October 4th, and in North America on Tuesday, October 8th. The upcoming season promises to be an exciting one, with a packed schedule of games and plenty of storylines to follow.

European Opening

For the second consecutive year, the NHL will open its regular season in Europe. The Buffalo Sabres will face the New Jersey Devils in the 2024 NHL Global Series presented by Fastenal at the O2 Arena in Prague, Czechia, on October 4th. This will be the first time that the NHL has played a regular-season game in Prague.

North American Kickoff

The North American portion of the schedule will begin on Tuesday, October 8th, with a tripleheader broadcast exclusively on ESPN. The Florida Panthers will raise their first Stanley Cup championship banner before facing the Boston Bruins at Amerant Bank Arena at 7 p.m. ET. The other games on October 8th include the St. Louis Blues at Seattle Kraken at 4:30 p.m. ET and the Chicago Blackhawks at the Utah Hockey Club at 10 p.m. ET.

TNT’s Season Debut

TNT will make its season debut on Wednesday, October 9th, with a doubleheader featuring the New York Rangers visiting the Pittsburgh Penguins at 7:30 p.m. ET and the Vegas Golden Knights hosting the Colorado Avalanche at 10 p.m. ET. This will be the first time that TNT has broadcast NHL games since the 1998-99 season.

Canadian Action

Wednesday, October 9th will also see six Canadian teams in action, including the Toronto Maple Leafs at Montreal Canadiens (7 p.m. ET); Winnipeg Jets at Edmonton Oilers (10 p.m. ET); and the Calgary Flames at Vancouver Canucks (10 p.m. ET). All three games will be broadcast on Sportsnet.

Key Storylines

There are several key storylines to watch heading into the 2024-25 NHL season. These include:

  • The ongoing battle for the Stanley Cup
  • The development of young stars such as Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews
  • The impact of the Seattle Kraken’s expansion
  • The return of the NHL to Europe
  • The continued growth of hockey in the United States

Conclusion

The 2024-25 NHL regular season is set to be another exciting chapter in the history of the league. With a packed schedule of games and plenty of storylines to follow, fans are sure to be in for a treat. The puck drops on October 4th!

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