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?

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.
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