Western Hockey League (WHL) FAQ's
Find answers to common questions about WHL games on Victory+, including teams, schedules, playoffs, availability, and broadcast details.
Which WHL teams are included on Victory+?
- All 23 WHL teams are available to watch on Victory+.
Where can I find the full WHL schedule?
- The full WHL schedule for the 2025/26 season, can be found here - https://chl.ca/whl/schedule/
How many WHL games will be streamed?
- Victory+ is set to broadcast over 750 regular season games, and the playoffs through the third round (semifinals).
Are pre-season games included?
- This year Victory+ streamed two exhibition games from the Yukon, and one pre-season game. During the weekend of September 12th-13th.
Will all regular season games be shown live?
- Yes. Every regular season game is live streamed, with both home and away feeds available.
Are WHL playoffs included?
- All playoff games through the third round (semifinals) are included on Victory+.
Will the Memorial Cup or championship games be on Victory+?
- At this time, these games are not part of the current agreement.
Can I watch WHL games outside of Canada?
- Yes. WHL content is available globally, with the exception of restrictions on championship games in Canada.
Will WHL games be available on-demand after they air?
- Yes. Games are available on-demand after they air.
Do I need an account to watch WHL games?
- Yes. A free Victory+ account is required.
Do I need to pay to access WHL content?
- No. WHL content is completely free to watch on Victory+.
Are WHL games ad-supported or commercial-free?
- All content on Victory+ is ad-supported.
Who produces the WHL broadcasts?
- Broadcasts are produced by the home team and arena crew.
Who provides commentary?
- Play-by-play is provided by the home or road team, or the club’s official radio partner.
Do games include intermissions or pre-game shows?
- This varies by team.
Are alternate language commentary options available?
- No. Commentary is only available in English.
Are Closed Captions available on WHL Games?
- No. Closed Captions are not available for WHL broadcasts.
Will WHL stats or standings be available in the app?
- No. For stats and standings, please visit the official WHL site.
Can I share clips or moments from WHL games on social media?
- Yes! Sharing is encouraged.
Why can’t I watch the WHL championship game in Canada?
- Due to existing broadcast agreements, only US viewers can watch live. Canadian viewers will receive video-on-demand access.
Are there blackout rules for WHL games?
- Only for championship games in Canada. Otherwise, there are no blackout restrictions.