How to watch the Florida Panthers live in 2025

What channels are Florida Panthers games on this season?

The NHL is currently in the midst of a multi-year deal with ESPN and TNT that puts most nationally broadcast games on ABC, ESPN or TNT throughout the season. Some national broadcasts air on NHL Network, and fans can find all out-of-market games not on national TV streaming on ESPN Plus. 

As for local games, the Panthers recently announced a new deal with Scripps Sports, which puts 70 games on local TV networks in South Florida. Local fans can watch these for free on the following over-the-air networks:

• Miami/Fort Lauderdale: WSFL-TV, channel 39
• West Palm Beach: WHDT-TV, channel 9
• Fort Myers: WFTX, channel 36.3

How to watch the Florida Panthers on DIRECTV STREAM

DIRECTV STREAM is a great option for fans who want access to all national NHL broadcasts throughout the season. The basic Entertainment plan includes ABC, ESPN and TNT, but you’ll have to upgrade to the Ultimate or Premier plans to get NHL Network. Our top pick is the Choice plan, which features more than a dozen major sports channels, along with regional sports networks (RSNs).

DIRECTV STREAM also includes unlimited cloud DVR storage and no cap on simultaneous streams at home. That gives you plenty of ways to watch any Panthers games that conflict with your schedule or other viewing preferences in your household. Also, depending on your local Florida area, you can get Scripps Sports on DIRECTV STREAM. Outside the South Florida market, you might consider supplementing your plan with a subscription to ESPN Plus to access local games.

How to watch the Florida Panthers on Fubo

Fubo started as a sports-focused streaming platform, and it still boasts the best overall value for sports fans. The plans offered feature dozens of major sports networks, including RSNs (in select plans) and many channels you can’t find on other services. You’ll find many national NHL games on ABC and ESPN, but you can upgrade or buy an add-on package to get NHL Network.  

Unfortunately, Fubo doesn’t offer TNT in any of its plans, so that leaves a hole for fans who want to watch all nationally televised contests. However, the platform does offer Scripps Sports in South Florida for those who want to tune in to locally aired matchups. All Fubo plans include unlimited Cloud DVR and up to 10 simultaneous streams at home, plus 3 on the go.

How to watch the Florida Panthers on Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + Live TV is our top pick for Florida Panthers fans, especially those who live outside the South Florida viewing area. That’s because a Hulu + Live TV subscription gets you access to not only ABC, ESPN and TNT but also ESPN Plus, so you can watch almost every Florida game this season. What’s more is that you’ll get a Hulu free trial so you can test the service out commitment-free.

On top of that, Hulu + Live TV features more than a dozen major sports networks, plus a huge library of entertainment on Hulu and Disney Plus. It’s no surprise that this is our top pick for cord-cutters who want a little bit of everything. The platform also includes unlimited DVR and two simultaneous streams.

The only downsides? You won’t find NHL Network on Hulu + Live TV, and RSNs are sparse on this platform. Local fans will need to watch Scripps broadcasts over the air.

How to watch the Florida Panthers on Sling TV

Sling TV is a great option for Panthers fans who are streaming on a budget. The most cost-friendly move is to opt for the Sling Orange plan, which includes ESPN and TNT, then watch games on ABC and Scripps Sports over the air for free. You can also tack on the Sports Extra add-on to get NHL Network and around 10 other major sports networks.

Sling doesn’t include RSNs, and local channels are limited on the platform. You can get ABC, Fox and NBC in some markets with Sling Blue or Sling Orange and Blue, but availability is limited. Sling plans include 50 hours of cloud DVR storage, but you can upgrade to 200 hours for an extra monthly cost.

How to watch the Florida Panthers on YouTube TV

YouTube TV is another option for Florida Panthers fans — and it’s a great fit if you want a balance of sports, entertainment and news programming. Its base plan includes ABC, ESPN and TNT, plus numerous other sports channels. You won’t find RSNs or Scripps Sports on the platform, but you can watch that for free over the air in South Florida or with a subscription to ESPN Plus outside the market.

YouTube TV plans also come with unlimited cloud DVR and up to three simultaneous streams at home. That means you can easily record your favorite NHL teams to watch later or queue up multiple games on a few different screens. 

How to watch the Florida Panthers on ESPN Plus

If you’re a Panthers fan living outside of South Florida, ESPN Plus is your best bet for keeping up with the team in 2024-25. Through NHL Power Play, which is included with ESPN Plus, you can watch all out-of-market games from all NHL teams on this over-the-top (OTT) platform. That means all games that air on Scripps during the season will also stream here for out-of-market fans. Additionally, ESPN Plus will feature 50 exclusive national games, so you may be able to catch the Panthers in some of those contests.

Overall, ESPN Plus is a smorgasbord of extra sports content for fans of all kinds. On top of all the extra NHL action, you’ll find games from MLB, NFL, college conferences, European soccer leagues and more. You’ll also get a full library of top-notch sports commentary and documentaries.

How to watch the Florida Panthers on Max

HBO’s streaming service is getting into the sports game with its B/R Sports add-on, which Max is adding to subscriptions for no additional cost for a limited time. With the add-on, you’ll be able to watch 300 live games and matches each year, including select games from the NHL regular season and Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

Max’s sports coverage with the B/R add-on mostly consists of select events airing on TBS, TNT, and TruTV.

FAQ

Where can I watch the Florida Panthers game today?

Local Florida Panthers puck drops air on Scripps Sports stations in South Florida. Outside the TV market, you can stream Panthers games on ESPN Plus. Any national Panthers appearances will air on ABC, ESPN, TNT or NHL Network.

Is the Florida Panthers game on Hulu?

National Panthers games will stream on ABC, ESPN or TNT on Hulu + Live TV. Although Hulu doesn’t have NHL Network, a Live TV subscription includes access to ESPN Plus, where you can find all out-of-market Panthers broadcasts.

Can you watch NHL games on ESPN Plus?

Yes, an ESPN Plus subscription includes full access to NHL Power Play, which will stream over 1,000 out-of-market games throughout the 2024-25 NHL season.