When Does the NHL Hockey Season Start?
The National Hockey League (NHL) is a professional ice hockey league in North America, currently comprising 31 teams: 24 in the United States and 7 in Canada.
Introduction
The NHL hockey season typically runs from October through June, with the Stanley Cup Finals taking place in June. However, the exact schedule can vary from year to year. For example, the 2020-2021 NHL season is set to begin on January 13, 2021 and end on May 8, 2021.
NHL Regular Season
The NHL regular season typically starts in early October and runs until early April, with each team playing 82 games. The Stanley Cup Playoffs begin in April, with the top 16 teams in the league competing for the championship.
NHL Preseason
The NHL preseason is the period of time leading up to the start of the regular season. During this time, each team plays several exhibition games to prepare for the regular season. These games give coaches a chance to evaluate players and decide which ones will make the final roster.
The preseason also gives players a chance to fine-tune their skills and get into game shape. The length of the preseason varies from year to year, but it typically lasts for about three weeks.
The NHL regular season usually begins in October and runs until early April. The exact date varies from year to year, but the season typically starts on a Tuesday or Wednesday. Each team plays 82 games during the regular season, 41 at home and 41 away.
The NHL playoffs begin in April and end in June with the Stanley Cup Finals. The exact dates vary from year to year, but the playoffs typically last for about two months.
NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs
The NHL Stanley Cup playoffs are a best-of-seven elimination tournament among the 16 teams that qualify for the playoffs. The playoffs begin in April, after the conclusion of the regular season, and end in June with the Stanley Cup Finals.
Conclusion
The NHL hockey season typically starts in October and runs until June, with the Stanley Cup Playoffs taking place in May and June.
