Team USA opens the 2026 World Juniors on home ice in Saint Paul/Minneapolis with a legit shot to chase history after winning gold in 2024 and 2025.
Up front, James Hagens and Cole Eiserman give the Americans star power that can swing a tournament in a single shift.
On the back end, a group featuring Cole Hutson and E.J. Emery has the puck-moving and matchup pieces to win tight games late. If the goaltending holds, the U.S. appears well-positioned for another deep run and a genuine three-peat push.
The Sporting News has everything that you need to know to stream the action at the 2026 World Junior Championships.
How to watch the 2026 World Juniors without cable
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How to watch the 2026 World Juniors on TV
Fans can watch the 2026 World Juniors in the United States live on NHL Network.
E.J. Hradek will be the primary play-by-play announcer and will handle every Team USA game, alongside analyst Tony Granato and reporter Jon Morosi.
World Juniors schedule, scores 2026
Friday, Dec. 26
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden vs. Slovakia | 1 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Denmark vs. Finland | 3:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Germany | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Czechia | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Saturday, Dec. 27
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Slovakia vs. Germany | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Latvia | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Switzerland | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Denmark vs. Czechia | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Sunday, Dec. 28
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden vs. Switzerland | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Finland vs. Latvia | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Monday, Dec. 29
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Germany vs. Sweden | 1 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Finland vs. Czechia | 3:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Slovakia | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Denmark | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Tuesday, Dec. 30
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland vs. Germany | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Latvia vs. Denmark | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Wednesday, Dec. 31
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland vs. Slovakia | 1 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Czechia vs. Latvia | 3:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Sweden | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Finland | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Friday, Jan. 2
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Relegation game | 12:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 1 | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 2 | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 3 | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 4 | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Sunday, Jan. 4
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Semifinal 1 | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Semifinal 2 | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Monday, Jan. 5
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Third-place game | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Championship | 7:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
