Canadiens announce 84-game season for 2026-27, the first since 1993-94
The expanded regular season means all teams will play each divisional opponent four times, with Montreal opening in Toronto on September 29.
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The Montreal Canadiens' 2026-27 regular season will expand to 84 games—the first time in over three decades that the NHL regular season will be that long.
The league announced Thursday that the Canadiens will open their season in Toronto on September 29. The expanded season also means all teams will play all of their divisional opponents four times over the course of the year.
The Canadiens previously announced their preseason schedule in late June. The full 84-game regular season schedule was revealed Thursday.
The facts
How many games will the Canadiens play in 2026-27?
The Montreal Canadiens will play 84 games in the 2026-27 regular season, the first time the NHL has had an 84-game season since 1993-94.
When does Montreal's season open?
The Montreal Canadiens open their 2026-27 season on September 29, 2026, in Toronto.
How many times will divisional opponents play each other?
All teams will play each of their divisional opponents four times during the 2026-27 regular season.
