Today's NHL schedule includes multiple matchups with critical playoff implications. Fans can find start times and key storylines for each game.
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Here are the NHL games today, featuring a full schedule of matchups, start times, and key storylines across the league. With playoff positioning heating up, every game on the schedule matters. Here’s everything you need for today’s NHL action.
Updated: April 14, 2026 – 8:30 AM ET
These matchups carry the biggest playoff implications and star power.
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The Washington Capitals and Columbus Blue Jackets aren’t fight fighting for a playoff spot; however, this could be the final game of Alex Ovechkin‘s legendary NHL career.
The Montreal Canadiens are looking for home ice over the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers hopes for the same over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Anaheim Ducks are pushing to win the Pacific Division with two games remaining. As for the Minnesota Wild, they look to enter the playoffs healthy with the Dallas Stars waiting.
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring against the Vegas Golden Knights for a hat trick during the third period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Ovechkin could be entering his final NHL game and hopes to give Washington one more goal during the 2025-26 regular season.
Porter Martone continues his elite offensive form as Philadelphia fights for seeding against Pittsburgh.
Cutter Gauthier leads Anaheim’s offensive attack in a pivotal matchup for the Pacific Division title.
Tomorrow’s NHL schedule includes several key divisional matchups that could further shape the playoff race as teams fight for positioning down the stretch.
This page is updated daily with the latest NHL games today, start times, and matchups.
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Today's NHL schedule features several matchups that are crucial for playoff positioning.
The start times for today's NHL games vary; specific times can be found in the full schedule.
Every game today is significant as teams are vying for better standings as the playoffs approach.
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