San Jose Sharks vs Chicago Blackhawks, March 16, 2027
San Jose Sharks6-5-1, 13 pts- 7:00 PMCT
- 6:00 PMMT
- 5:00 PMPT
Chicago Blackhawks3-8-0, 6 ptsThe San Jose Sharks visit the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday, March 16, 2027. Puck drop is 8:00 PM ET on ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu. The Sharks arrive at 6-5-1 and the Blackhawks at 3-8-0. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Mar 16 | ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu | Scheduled |
Sharks vs Blackhawks Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Blackhawks play at United Center in Chicago.
| Matchup | San Jose Sharks at Chicago Blackhawks |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, March 16, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 8:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu |
| Venue | United Center, Chicago |
| Home team | Chicago Blackhawks (Chicago, United States) |
| Away team | San Jose Sharks |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Sharks vs Blackhawks Start?
The Sharks vs Blackhawks start time is 8:00 PM ET on Tuesday, March 16, 2027. That is 7:00 PM Central, 6:00 PM Mountain and 5:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 8:00 PM | |
| Central (CT) | 7:00 PM | Chicago |
| Mountain (MT) | 6:00 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 5:00 PM | San Jose |
| Atlantic (AT) | 9:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 9:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Sharks vs Blackhawks
San Jose Sharks at Chicago Blackhawks is on ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu, with puck drop at 8:00 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 Chicago and San Jose markets.
Sharks vs Blackhawks in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Sharks and the Blackhawks meet 3 times in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jan 30 | Chicago BlackhawksCHISan Jose SharksSJS | CHSN, NBC Sports BA | Scheduled | |
| Wed, Feb 10 | Chicago BlackhawksCHISan Jose SharksSJS | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | |
| Tue, Mar 16 | ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Sharks and Blackhawks
The Sharks are 6-5-1, 4th in the Pacific Division with 13 points and a last-10 record of 4-5-1. The Blackhawks are 3-8-0, 8th in the Central with 6 points and 3-7-0 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6-5-1 | 13 | 2-2-0 | 4-3-1 | 37 | 43 | L1 | 4-5-1 | LWWLOT | |
| 11 | 3-8-0 | 6 | 3-4-0 | 0-4-0 | 24 | 43 | L3 | 3-7-0 | LLLWW |
Next Game for the Sharks and the Blackhawks
San Jose Sharks
The Sharks next play at Winnipeg Jets on Thursday, March 18, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET on NBC Sports BA.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Mar 18 | San Jose SharksSJS Winnipeg JetsWPG | NBC Sports BA | Scheduled |
Chicago Blackhawks
The Blackhawks next play at Utah Mammoth on Friday, March 19, 2027 at 10:00 PM ET on CHSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Mar 19 | Chicago BlackhawksCHI Utah MammothUTA | CHSN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Sharks vs Blackhawks
What time is Sharks vs Blackhawks on March 16?
8:00 PM ET (7:00 PM CT, 6:00 PM MT, 5:00 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Sharks vs Blackhawks on?
The game is on ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Sharks vs Blackhawks being played?
At United Center in Chicago, home of the Chicago Blackhawks. The San Jose Sharks are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Sharks or the Blackhawks?
The Sharks. They are 6-5-1 with 13 points, against 3-8-0 and 6 points for the Blackhawks.
How many times do the Sharks and Blackhawks play in 2026-27?
3 times. None has been played yet.
Does Sharks vs Blackhawks 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 Sharks vs Blackhawks end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 10:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Sharks vs Blackhawks on national TV?
Yes. ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
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