St. Louis Blues Will Air Games on ABC
The team and Gray Media will broadcast ten games on free television beginning on October 22, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Television
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The St. Louis Blues will offer 10 regular-season games on free over-the-air television starting October 22, 2026, through a new partnership with Gray Media. These broadcasts will be available to more than 4.8 million households across a five-state territory.
Why it matters
The partnership aims to expand the team's reach by providing fans with wider access and multiple viewing options. By doubling the number of free games from the previous year, the team makes its content available to a broader audience in the region.
The deal features 10 games airing on First Alert ABC channel 32, which serves more than 4.8 million households. This doubles the total number of free over-the-air broadcasts compared to the prior season.
The players
St. Louis Blues
The St. Louis Blues are a professional ice hockey team based in St. Louis that competes in the National Hockey League.
Gray Media
Gray Media is a television broadcasting company that operates numerous stations across the United States.
First Alert ABC
First Alert ABC channel 32 is a television station that will serve as the primary over-the-air broadcast partner for the games.
The details
Viewers can access the games via a digital antenna, cable channel 12, or satellite channel 30. The broadcast territory covers Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, Iowa, and Indiana, though pre-game and post-game coverage remains exclusive to the Blue Note+ subscription platform.
Timeline
October 22, 2026: First game of the series against the Vegas Golden Knights.
November 6, 2026: Broadcast game against New Jersey.
November 19, 2026: Broadcast game against Pittsburgh.
December 17, 2026: Broadcast game against Boston.
December 31, 2026: Broadcast game against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Industry Dynamics
This partnership mirrors the ongoing industry shift as professional sports teams move away from exclusive regional cable networks to secure wider reach through over-the-air television. By prioritizing accessibility, the team aligns with current efforts to capture younger or cord-cutting demographics in the streaming era.
Fans can view the games for free using a digital antenna or through standard cable and satellite packages on the designated channels. Those who prefer streaming can also access these broadcasts via platforms like Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and YouTube TV.
The takeaway
This partnership provides a low-cost entry point for hockey fans to watch games without requiring premium cable subscriptions. Residents within the five-state broadcast area should check their specific local channel listings to ensure access to channel 32.
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