When Does the NHL 2021-22 Season Start?
Get the latest information on the upcoming NHL season, including start date, schedule, and more.
Introduction
The regular season for the NHL 2021-22 season is tentatively scheduled to start on October 12, 2021, with each team playing 56 games. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are tentatively scheduled to start on May 11, 2022, and the Stanley Cup Final is tentatively scheduled to start on June 2, 2022.
NHL Season Start Dates
The NHL has not yet announced the start date for the 2021-22 season. However, the season is likely to start in October 2021.
Pre-Season
The pre-season is a great time for NHL teams to try out new players and experiment with new lineups. It’s also a chance for fans to get a first look at their favorite team’s new rookies and see how the team is shaping up for the upcoming season.
Pre-season games usually start in mid-September and run through the end of the month. The regular season typically begins a week or two after the pre-season ends.
Regular Season
The regular season is set to start on October 12th, 2021 and will run until May 8th, 2022.
Conclusion
The wait is finally over! The NHL 2021-22 season will begin on October 7th.
This will be a welcomed relief for hockey fans around the world who have had to wait an extra long time for their favorite sport to return.
Although the schedule has not been released yet, we do know that each team will play 56 games in the regular season.
So mark your calendars and get ready for some exciting hockey action!
