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Quick Guide: How to Watch NHL All-Star Game 2023 for Free

The 2023 NHL All-Star Game takes place on Saturday, February 4 at 3:00 PM (EST).

While there are plenty of live streams available for the All-Star Game, we recommend using SlingTV. NHL fans outside the U.S. must get an American IP address to bypass geo-blocking restrictions. Here’s how:

  1. Get a VPN. Surfshark is our top choice for streaming sports.
  2. Download the VPN app onto your preferred streaming device.
  3. Connect to a server in the US.
  4. Visit SlingTV and find the 2023 NHL All-Star Game on ESPN.

Want to watch for free? You can try out other streaming services which carry ESPN on a free-trial basis, give NHL.tv a go for 14-days, or even pick an option from our list of the best free sports streaming sites.

We’ll show you some free trials and more streaming options, along with info on the All-Star rosters and what you can expect from the event in the article below!

The NHL All-Star Weekend is around the corner and will be headlined by the 2023 NHL All-Star Game on Saturday, February 4, at 3:00 PM (EST). The precursor to the All-Star game in the 2023 NHL All-Star Skills Challenge on Friday, February 3, at 7 PM (EST).

This promises to be an exciting weekend in Sunrise, Florida! Looking for a way to stream the NHL All-Star Game? We’ve got you covered. We’ll show you how you stream the action from anywhere in the world, including some free streaming options.

How to Watch the 2023 NHL All-Star Game Online

ESPN is the official broadcaster of the NHL in the United States. So, fans looking to stream the All-Star game online will need access to ESPN+, or a streaming service that carries ESPN. ESPN+ costs $9.99 per month in the U.S.

If you choose to take the second route, you can opt for a provider like YouTube TV, FuboTV, or DirecTV Stream, which offer free trials to new customers.

These trials usually last between five days to two weeks, which is plenty of time to watch the NHL All-Star Game for free!

Check out this table of our top streaming sites to watch the 2023 NHL All-Star game:

ServiceChannelsPriceFree trial?Do I need a VPN to watch it?
ESPN+N/A$9.99 per monthNoYes, if you’re not within the US.
YouTube TV100+ channels$54.99 per month (first three months)14-day free trialYes, if you’re not within the US.
FuboTV150+ channels$69.99–$99.99 per monthSeven-day free trialYes, if you’re not within the US, Canada, or Spain.
Sling TV150+ channels$40-$50 per monthNoYes, if you’re not within the US.
DIRECTV STREAM75+ live TV channels$69.99 per monthFive-day free trialYes, if you’re not within the US.
Hulu + Live TV75+ channels$69.99 per month (first three months)NoYes, if you’re not within the US.

Alternatively, you can explore some of the best free sports streaming sites for options that do not require you to sign-up or provide a payment method.

How to Watch the NHL All-Star Game (Outside the US)

If you’re based in Canada, you’ll need a subscription to Sportsnet NOW Premium to watch the NHL All-Star Game. This will cost you $34.99 per month.

Fans outside the U.S. and Canada can stream the NHL All-Star Game and the rest of the 2023 season on NHL.tv.

While a monthly subscription to NHL.tv currently costs $14.99, fans can use a 14-day free trial to watch the All-Star game for free.

How to Watch the NHL All-Star Game from Anywhere

SlingTV is our personal favorite broadcaster. However, you can only access the websites mentioned in the table above from within the United States. These sites check whether a visitor has an American IP address before granting access to their streams.

If you’re outside the U.S., you’ll need a virtual private network (VPN) to change your device’s IP address and spoof your location. This way, you can access your preferred NHL All-Star Game stream from anywhere.

Here’s how you can live stream the 2023 NHL All-Star Game with a VPN.

1. Get a Surfshark subscription

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We love sports, and over the years, we’ve reviewed over 70 VPN providers for live streaming sports, with Surfshark standing out from the pack. Here’s why Surfshark is the right VPN for the job:

  • More than 600 USA servers in 15 different cities
  • Static IP addresses for streaming servers in New York
  • Super fast, WireGuard-powered connection speeds
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

You can find the Surfshark application on all major app stores and operating systems (Windows, Mac, Linux). It is even compatible with your router or Smart TV. All you need to do is sign-up for an account, download the app, log in to your account, and connect to a server in the U.S.

If you’re on the fence, try out Surfshark for free by using their 30-day money-back guarantee.

2. Choose a Server in the United States

We definitely recommend Surfshark to first-timers for its intuitive user interface. It has a search box where you can type in a country of your choice, and Surfshark will display the available servers. To connect, click on an option from the list.

Screenshot of Surfshark VPN provider, US server list

After a few seconds, you’ll see a message that reads: “Protected. Your connection is safe.”

Worried about privacy and security? Surfshark has advanced encryption for your data and provides you with an anonymous IP address.

3. Choose a streaming platform and get a subscription

With your VPN up and running, you need to identify the stream. Here are some of the streaming platforms we mentioned earlier:

  • ESPN+
  • YouTube TV
  • FuboTV
  • Sling TV
  • Hulu + Live TV
  • DIRECTV STREAM

Remember to connect to a US server with your VPN before you visit the streaming site, or else you will face geo-blocking restrictions.

Screenshot of SlingTV, homepage

SlingTV is one of our preferred streaming platforms. Here’s how you can watch the 2023 NHL All-Star game using SlingTV:

  1. Connect to a Surfshark server in the US.
  2. Head over to Sling TV. You’ll need the Orange pack for ESPN.
  3. Navigate to ESPN and look for the NHL.
  4. Find the 2023 NHL All-Star Game and enjoy!

2023 NHL All-Star Skills Challenge

A day before the All-Star game on Saturday, fans will be treated to the exciting All-Star skills challenge. The event will host a number of fascinating contests, including:

  • Splash Shot
  • Pitch ‘n’ Puck
  • Tendy Tandem
  • Fastest Skater
  • Hardest Shot
  • Breakaway Challenge
  • Accuracy Shooting

2023 NHL All-Star Game Teams

Like previous years, the 2023 NHL All-Star game teams will be divided into four divisions; Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central, and Pacific. Here are the complete rosters for 2023:

Division Player Team
Atlantic DivisionDavid PastrnakBoston Bruins
Atlantic DivisionLinus UllmarkBoston Bruins
Atlantic DivisionTage ThompsonBuffalo Sabres
Atlantic DivisionDylan LarkinDetroit Red Wings
Atlantic DivisionAleksander BarkovFlorida Panthers
Atlantic DivisionMatthew TkachukFlorida Panthers
Atlantic DivisionNick SuzukiMontreal Canadiens
Atlantic DivisionBrady TkachukOttawa Senators
Atlantic DivisionNikita KucherovTampa Bay Lightning
Atlantic DivisionAndrei VasilevskiyTampa Bay Lightning
Atlantic DivisionMitch MarnerToronto Maple Leafs
Metropolitan DivisionAndrei SvechnikovCarolina Hurricanes
Metropolitan DivisionJohnny GaudreauColumbus Blue Jackets
Metropolitan DivisionJack HughesNew Jersey Devils
Metropolitan DivisionBrock NelsonNew York Islanders
Metropolitan DivisionIlya SorokinNew York Islanders
Metropolitan DivisionIgor ShesterkinNew York Rangers
Metropolitan DivisionArtemi PanarinNew York Rangers
Metropolitan DivisionAdam FoxNew York Rangers
Metropolitan DivisionKevin Hayes Philadelphia Flyers
Metropolitan DivisionSidney CrosbyPittsburgh Penguins
Metropolitan DivisionAlex OvechkinWashington Capitals
Central DivisionClayton KellerArizona Coyotes
Central DivisionSeth JonesChicago Blackhawks
Central DivisionCale MakarColorado Avalanche
Central DivisionMikko RantanenColorado Avalanche
Central DivisionNathan MacKinnonColorado Avalanche
Central DivisionJason RobertsonDallas Stars
Central DivisionKirill KaprizovMinnesota Wild
Central DivisionJuuse SarosNashville Predators
Central DivisionVladimir TarasenkoSt.Louis Blues
Central DivisionJosh MorrisseyWinnipeg Jets
Central DivisionConnor HellebuyckWinnipeg Jets
Pacific DivisionTroy TerryAnaheim Ducks
Pacific DivisionNazem KadriCalgary Flames
Pacific DivisionConnor McDavidEdmonton Oilers
Pacific DivisionLeon DraisaitlEdmonton Oilers
Pacific DivisionStuart SkinnerEdmonton Oilers
Pacific DivisionKevin FialaLos Angeles Kings
Pacific DivisionErik KarlssonSan Jose Sharks
Pacific DivisionMatty BeniersSeattle Kraken
Pacific DivisionElias PetterssonVancouver Canucks
Pacific DivisionBo HorvatVancouver Canucks
Pacific DivisionLogan ThompsonVegas Golden Knights
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