Oilers vs. Ducks schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series
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The last six years could not have been more different for the Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks. In 2026, these two teams finished the regular season just one point apart and are ready for an opening-round matchup.
This marks the Ducks' first playoff appearance since 2018, when they lost in the opening round. With playoff hockey coming back to Anaheim, the Ducks look ahead to a matchup that is certainly winnable.
Oilers' fans have experienced heartbreak in back-to-back years, making it to the Stanley Cup finals two years in a row, only to lose twice to the Florida Panthers. But the Panthers are absent from this year's playoff.
The Oilers have pulled off major comebacks in previous playoff series and have another strong resume this season. But with the Ducks looking better than they have in years, this matchup could go either way.
Here's what you need to know to watch Oilers vs. Ducks, including broadcast information and start times.
Oilers vs. Ducks schedule
Anaheim leads series 3-1
DateGameTime (ET)WatchApril 20Game 1: Oilers 4, Ducks 3——April 22Game 2: Ducks 6, Oilers 4——April 24Game 3: Ducks 7, Oilers 4——April 26Game 4: Ducks 4, Oilers 3 (OT)——April 28Game 5 at Edmonton10 p.m.TNT, truTV, DIRECTVApril 30Game 6* at AnaheimTBATBA, DIRECTVMay 2Game 7* at EdmontonTBATBA, DIRECTV* If necessary
Where to watch Oilers vs. Ducks: TV channel, live stream
Games in the Oilers vs. Ducks series will air on multiple channels.
Fans can stream every playoff game live on DIRECTV, which offers a free trial to new users. Games on ABC and ESPN networks can also be streamed on the ESPN app or fubo, which also has a free trial.
NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs and offseason. Some series start dates could move up depending on when previous series end.
EventDatesFirst round beginsApril 18NHL Draft LotteryMay 4 or 5NHL Scouting Combine at BuffaloMay 31-June 6Stanley Cup Finals Game 7 (if necessary)June 21NHL Draft at Los AngelesJune 26-27Free agency beginsJuly 1