How to Watch Blackhawks vs. Lightning Game 1 Live Stream Online

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The Chicago Blackhawks are favored to win the Stanley Cup Final. (Getty)

The Chicago Blackhawks are facing off against the Tampa Bay Lightning at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 3 to kick off the 2015 Stanley Cup Finals. The first game of the series is taking place at Amalie Arena in Tampa. The Blackhawks have managed to win two Stanley Cups in six years against all odds and they are looking for a third while the Tampa Bay Lightning are the underdogs, fighting for their second Stanley Cup title in history.

There’s no free, unrestricted live stream of the game. But if you have access to a cable or satellite log-in, here’s how you can watch online or on mobile:


Watch Blackhawks-Lightning Online

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If you have access to a cable or satellite subscription — either yours or someone else’s — you can watch the game online for free via NBC Sports Live Extra. You’ll need a cable or satellite log-in and password to access the stream. The site’s frequently asked questions page has a rundown of technical requirements and other information.


Watch Blackhawks-Lightning on Mobile

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Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews is the betting favorite to win the Conn Smythe Trophy. (Getty)

Mobile users can watch the game via the NBC Sports Live Extra App, which you can download in the App Store or the Google Play Store. As is the case with the desktop livestream, you’ll need a cable provider log-in to watch.