What Time Does Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Start?
Puck drop is listed for 7:00 PM CET at the arena on Friday, December 18, 2026. That is 1:00 PM ET; the scoreboard also converts it to your time zone.
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Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Game Summary
DateDecember 18, 2026
Your time1:00 PM ET
TV / broadcastTBA
ArenaPSD Bank Dome
At a glance
Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Game Time, TV Channel & Venue
Get the direct answers first: when the game starts, where to watch, where it is played and whether it is scheduled, live or final.
What Channel Is Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators On?
The current TV listing is TBA. TBA means a confirmed network is not yet included in the schedule data.
Where Is Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Being Played?
Ottawa Senators is the home team, and the listed arena is PSD Bank Dome. The schedule marks this as a neutral-site game.
Is Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Live or Final?
The current status is Scheduled. A live or final score will appear here when available.
Schedules and broadcast assignments can change. Use this page for quick planning and confirm late changes through the official NHL schedule.
Schedule context
2026-27 Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Matchup Overview
See where this game falls in the season for both clubs and in their head-to-head regular-season series.
Season Series: Meeting 1 of 2
The 2026-27 schedule lists 2 regular-season meetings between Chicago Blackhawks and Ottawa Senators. This is matchup number 1.
Chicago Blackhawks: Game 35 of 84
Chicago Blackhawks is the away team for this matchup. It is game 35 on their 2026-27 schedule.
Ottawa Senators: Game 37 of 84
Ottawa Senators is the home team at PSD Bank Dome. It is game 37 on their 2026-27 schedule.
Neutral-site NHL game
The schedule marks this matchup as a neutral-site game.
Viewing guide
How to Watch Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators
Use the game-level listing first, then verify access with the network, streaming service or local television provider.
Current Broadcast Listing
TBA is currently attached to this game. Multiple networks can appear when national and regional coverage are both available.
Regional Access and Restrictions
Location, regional rights, provider packages and subscription levels can affect access even when a network is listed.
Confirm Before the Game
Schedules and channels can change. Check your provider or the official NHL viewing guide before puck drop.
Season series schedule
2026-27 Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators Season Series
These teams meet 2 times in the regular season. This page covers meeting 1; open another matchup for its date, start time, TV channel and venue.
Before and after this game
Chicago Blackhawks and Ottawa Senators Previous & Next Games
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Away team
Chicago Blackhawks Schedule Around This Game
Home team
Ottawa Senators Schedule Around This Game
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Chicago Blackhawks and Ottawa Senators Team Schedules
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Quick answers
Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators FAQ
When is Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators?
The game is listed for December 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET. The scoreboard converts the start to your selected time zone.
What channel is Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators on?
The current broadcast listing is TBA. Confirm local access and subscription requirements before puck drop.
Where is the game being played?
PSD Bank Dome is the currently listed arena.
Where can I see the live or final score?
The score appears in the main game summary when it is included in the schedule data. The current status is Scheduled.
Is Chicago Blackhawks the home or away team?
Chicago Blackhawks is the away team. Ottawa Senators is the home team for this game at PSD Bank Dome.
How many times do Chicago Blackhawks and Ottawa Senators play in 2026-27?
The regular-season schedule lists 2 meetings. This game is meeting 1 of 2.
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