NHL game times in Central Europe
Puck drop is typically 7pm US Eastern; Stanley Cup Final games ~8pm ET. Here is every regular NHL slot converted to CET/CEST — recalculated daily so daylight-saving changes on either side never catch you out.
The regular slots in CET
| Slot | Scheduled | 🇪🇺 CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|
Weeknight games (typical) | 19:00 New York | 01:00 (next day) |
Stanley Cup Final (typical) | 20:00 New York | 02:00 (next day) |
NHL in Central Europe — quick answers
What time are NHL games in Central Europe?
Weeknight games (typical) typically start at 19:00 in the home time zone — see the table below for the CET/CEST conversion of every regular slot.
Why do NHL times keep changing in Central Europe?
Daylight saving. When the clocks change in the home country or in Central Europe (and they rarely change on the same weekend), every start time shifts by an hour for a few weeks. The table on this page is recalculated daily, so it's always the current conversion.
How long does an NHL game last?
Three 20-minute periods take about 2.5 hours of real time; playoff overtime is sudden-death and can extend games well past that.
When does the NHL season start?
Early October, running 82 games per team to April, with the Stanley Cup playoffs stretching into June.
NHL times elsewhere
Typical slots shown for planning; individual fixtures move around them. Always confirm the exact start with the official schedule or broadcaster in Central Europe.