NHL Players Showcase Opening Night Arrivals for 2026-27 Season

Ten NHL teams began the 2026-27 season on Tuesday night, featuring tunnel arrivals from the Chicago Blackhawks and Vegas Golden Knights.

Ten NHL teams officially began the 2026-27 regular season on Tuesday night, September 29, 2026. According to ESPN, players from across the league debuted various fashion looks during arena arrivals before their first games, including matchups between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Vegas Golden Knights.

The Vegas Golden Knights hosted a "Gold Carpet" event titled "Season X Opening Knight" to mark their arrival at the arena. In other Tuesday matchups, the Boston Bruins traveled to face the New York Rangers, while the Toronto Maple Leafs met the Montreal Canadiens. The Carolina Hurricanes and the Florida Panthers also participated in the opening night slate.

Specific arrival details included Boston Bruins players wearing Red Sox hats and formal headwear described as a "Cap" and "sharp" attire. The Montreal Canadiens documented the official arrival of new roster members as the team entered the stadium for the 2026-27 campaign. The Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes also documented their tunnel entries prior to puck drop.