Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets: TV Channel & Start Time (Sat, Dec 12)
On TV in Canada: Sportsnet, TSN2 (Canadiens region), RDS (Canadiens region, French) and Sportsnet+ (streaming) · 1:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. PT · Nationwide Arena, Columbus.
Where to Watch in Canada
National broadcast
Sportsnet+
Streaming — Standard, nationwide
Regional broadcast. TSN's regional games are aired within each team's NHL-defined broadcast region, and TSN says: "NHL broadcast rules require regional blackouts to be enforced on all streaming devices, just like traditional cable TV." Sportsnet+'s NHL Game Finder lists TSN's regional broadcasts as available on Sportsnet+ Premium to viewers outside the team's broadcast region. RDS says restrictions apply to its Canadiens and Senators regional games.
Game Details
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Puck drop across Canada
- NT
- 2:30 p.m.
- AT
- 2:00 p.m.
- ET
- CT
- 12:00 p.m.
- SK
- 12:00 p.m.
- MT
- 12:00 p.m.
- PT
- 11:00 a.m.
Nationwide Arena
Columbus
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Common questions
What channel is Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets on in Canada?
Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets airs on Sportsnet, TSN2 (Canadiens region), RDS (Canadiens region, French) and Sportsnet+ (Standard, nationwide) in Canada on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
What time does Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets start?
Puck drop is at 1:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus. Across Canada, that's 2:30 p.m. NT, 2:00 p.m. AT, 1:00 p.m. ET, 12:00 p.m. CT, 12:00 p.m. in Saskatchewan, 12:00 p.m. MT and 11:00 a.m. PT.
How can I stream Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets in Canada?
In Canada, Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets streams on Sportsnet+ (Standard, nationwide). TSN2 streams on TSN Standard or TSN Premium (blackouts apply). RDS streams on RDS's own streaming subscription.
Is Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets a regional broadcast?
Yes: TSN2 (Canadiens region) and RDS (Canadiens region, French) carry it as a regional broadcast. TSN's regional games are aired within each team's NHL-defined broadcast region, and TSN says: "NHL broadcast rules require regional blackouts to be enforced on all streaming devices, just like traditional cable TV." Sportsnet+'s NHL Game Finder lists TSN's regional broadcasts as available on Sportsnet+ Premium to viewers outside the team's broadcast region. RDS says restrictions apply to its Canadiens and Senators regional games.
Is Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets on TV in French?
Yes. In French, Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets is on RDS on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Where is Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets being played?
Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets is at Nationwide Arena in Columbus on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
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