Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators, Dec. 18, 2026
Chicago Blackhawks3-8-0, 6 pts- 12:00 PMCT
- 11:00 AMMT
- 10:00 AMPT
Ottawa Senators8-4-0, 16 ptsThe Chicago Blackhawks visit the Ottawa Senators on Friday, Dec. 18, 2026. Puck drop is 1:00 PM ET on CHSN. The Blackhawks arrive at 3-8-0 and the Senators at 8-4-0. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 18 | CHSN | Scheduled |
Blackhawks vs Senators Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Senators play at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa.
| Matchup | Chicago Blackhawks at Ottawa Senators |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, Dec. 18, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 1:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | CHSN |
| Venue | Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa |
| Home team | Ottawa Senators (Ottawa, United States) |
| Away team | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Blackhawks vs Senators Start?
The Blackhawks vs Senators start time is 1:00 PM ET on Friday, Dec. 18, 2026. That is 12:00 PM Central, 11:00 AM Mountain and 10:00 AM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 1:00 PM | Ottawa |
| Central (CT) | 12:00 PM | Chicago |
| Mountain (MT) | 11:00 AM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 10:00 AM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 2:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 2:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Blackhawks vs Senators
Chicago Blackhawks at Ottawa Senators is on CHSN, with puck drop at 1:00 PM ET.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Ottawa and Chicago markets. In Canada, Sportsnet holds the national rights, Prime Video streams Wednesday nights, and TVA Sports carries French-language games.
Blackhawks vs Senators in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Blackhawks and the Senators meet twice in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 18 | CHSN | Scheduled | ||
| Sun, Dec 20 | Ottawa SenatorsOTTChicago BlackhawksCHI | CHSN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Blackhawks and Senators
The Blackhawks are 3-8-0, 8th in the Central Division with 6 points and a last-10 record of 3-7-0. The Senators are 8-4-0, 2nd in the Atlantic with 16 points and 6-4-0 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 3-8-0 | 6 | 3-4-0 | 0-4-0 | 24 | 43 | L3 | 3-7-0 | LLLWW | |
| 12 | 8-4-0 | 16 | 5-2-0 | 3-2-0 | 38 | 34 | W1 | 6-4-0 | WLWLW |
Next Game for the Blackhawks and the Senators
Chicago Blackhawks
The Blackhawks next play vs Ottawa Senators on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET on CHSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Dec 20 | Ottawa SenatorsOTTChicago BlackhawksCHI | CHSN | Scheduled |
Ottawa Senators
The Senators next play at Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET on CHSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Dec 20 | Ottawa SenatorsOTTChicago BlackhawksCHI | CHSN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Blackhawks vs Senators
What time is Blackhawks vs Senators on Dec. 18?
1:00 PM ET (12:00 PM CT, 11:00 AM MT, 10:00 AM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Blackhawks vs Senators on?
The game is on CHSN. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Blackhawks vs Senators being played?
At Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, home of the Ottawa Senators. The Chicago Blackhawks are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Blackhawks or the Senators?
The Senators. They are 8-4-0 with 16 points, against 3-8-0 and 6 points for the Blackhawks.
How many times do the Blackhawks and Senators play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Blackhawks vs Senators count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
What time does Blackhawks vs Senators end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 3:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Blackhawks vs Senators on national TV?
No. CHSN is a regional broadcast, shown in the Ottawa and Chicago markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)