Opening Matchup Dossier
ESPN Tripleheader Game 1
ESPN
Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes
Sep 29, 2026 • 5:00 PM EDT
Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers raise their banner and kick off the 2026-27 NHL regular season hosting the Carolina Hurricanes in a high-octane Eastern Conference showdown.
💡 Heritage Classic Note: Opening week also marks the launch of the 2026 NHL Heritage Classic campaign featuring the Montreal Canadiens vs Winnipeg Jets showcase.