The Stanley Cup playoffs will air across ESPN, ESPN2, TNT and truTV. You can stream the TNT/truTV games on Max (with a premium subscription) and watch all the games with the help of a live TV streaming service like DirecTV, Fubo or Sling.

The 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs begin on April 19. The games will be spread out across a number of TV channels and streaming services, including channels like ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, TNT, and truTV, plus streaming services like ESPN+, Hulu, and Max.

Though there are no free live streams for the NHL playoffs 2025, there is a free trial available for new subscribers. Try the Kayo (7-day FREE trial) in Australia, with games courtesy of ESPN. Subscriptions start at AU$30 per month after the trial ends.