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How to live stream Avalanche vs Wild: NHL Playoffs, TV channel
TL;DR
The Colorado Avalanche face the Minnesota Wild in Game 3 of their NHL playoff series on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET. The game will be broadcast on TNT and truTV, with live streaming available via DIRECTV.
Key points
- Avalanche vs Wild Game 3 on May 9, 2026
- Game starts at 9:00 PM ET
- Broadcast on TNT and truTV
- Live stream available via DIRECTV
- Avalanche aim to control the series
Colorado AvalancheMinnesota Wild
The Colorado Avalanche head to St. Paul on Saturday looking to take complete control of their second-round series against the Minnesota Wild in a pivotal Game 3 matchup.
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How to Watch Avalanche vs Wild
- When: Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: TNT / truTV
- Live Stream: DIRECTV (try for free)
Colorado has been nearly unstoppable through the postseason so far, opening the playoffs with six straight wins and outscoring opponents 30-11 during that stretch. The Avalanche took the first two games of this series in Denver by scores of 9-6 and 5-2, with Nathan MacKinnon continuing to dominate offensively. MacKinnon already has 10 playoff points through six games, while Cale Makar has added four postseason goals from the blue line as Colorado’s speed and transition offense have overwhelmed Minnesota early in the series.
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The Wild now return home facing enormous pressure to avoid a 3-0 deficit, something teams historically almost never recover from in NHL playoff history. Minnesota’s biggest issues so far have been special teams and defensive structure. The Wild penalty kill has struggled badly against Colorado’s power play, while goaltending inconsistency has forced another lineup decision entering Saturday, with rookie expected to return in net after started Game 2. Minnesota still has elite offensive talent capable of changing the series quickly, led by , , and Quinn Hughes, but the Wild need a far tighter defensive effort after allowing 14 goals through the opening two games.
Q&A
What time does the Avalanche vs Wild Game 3 start?
The Avalanche vs Wild Game 3 starts at 9:00 PM ET on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Which TV channels are broadcasting Avalanche vs Wild?
The game will be broadcast on TNT and truTV.
How can I live stream the Avalanche vs Wild playoff game?
You can live stream the game through DIRECTV.
What is the significance of Game 3 in the Avalanche vs Wild series?
Game 3 is pivotal as the Avalanche look to take complete control of the second-round series against the Wild.
