Carolina Hurricanes fans will have a new place to catch games beginning in 2026-27, and it will come through Prime Video.
The team announced the first broadcast option for its new Hurricanes Hockey Network, with local viewers in the Hurricanes’ regional territory able to stream all local games through a subscription on Prime Video. The service will cost $19.99 per month or $99.99 for an annual pass.
A paid Amazon Prime membership will not be required, but fans will need an Amazon account. The Hurricanes also made clear that this package is separate, meaning any other Amazon subscription does not automatically include access to Carolina games.
Prime Video is only one part of the team’s planned distribution, according to the release. Cable and satellite partners are still to come, with those details set to be announced later.
“Given the evolving landscape of sports broadcasting, it is vital that we make sure we are meeting our fans where they are,” said Hurricanes Vice President of Communications Mike Sundheim. “Streaming is a key piece of that puzzle, and we are thrilled for the launch on Prime Video, which is readily accessible across a variety of devices. We look forward to announcing additional ways to watch our new network ahead of opening night.”
Carolina is one of six NHL teams moving its broadcasts to Prime Video, joining the Anaheim Ducks, Columbus Blue Jackets, Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues. The league took over production for those clubs after the dissolution of FanDuel Sports Network.
“Fans want an easy way to find and follow their favorite teams, and this agreement with Prime Video gives Clubs the flexibility to meet that demand as the market evolves,” said NHL Chief Media Officer and Senior Executive Vice President David Proper. "Amazon has been a terrific partner to the NHL, and we're excited to expand our relationship as Prime Video grows its NHL offerings. Together, we're creating new opportunities for Clubs to reach fans and delivering a premium, accessible regional viewing experience."
“We’re excited to build upon our strong relationship with the NHL and provide fans with more ways to connect with the local teams they love,” said Head of Sports Partnerships, Prime Video Charlie Neiman. “We have firmly established Prime Video as a primary destination for sports and look forward to helping these teams broaden the reach and accessibility of their live games.”
The broadcast news follows the Hurricanes’ announcement that their full on-air broadcast team will return for the 2026-27 season.
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