NHL Games on Friday, May 1, 2026
4 games on Friday, May 1, 2026. Start times are Eastern Time.
| Matchup | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
 Colorado Avalanche
 at Los Angeles Kings
|
Postponed Playoffs | Game page: Colorado Avalanche at Los Angeles Kings, Fri, May 1, 2026 |
 Tampa Bay Lightning
1
 at Montreal Canadiens
0
|
Final/OT Playoffs | Game page: Tampa Bay Lightning at Montreal Canadiens, Fri, May 1, 2026 |
 Buffalo Sabres
4
 at Boston Bruins
1
|
Final Playoffs | Game page: Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins, Fri, May 1, 2026 |
 Vegas Golden Knights
5
 at Utah Mammoth
1
|
Final Playoffs | Game page: Vegas Golden Knights at Utah Mammoth, Fri, May 1, 2026 |