NHL September 11, 2024 1:29 pm Key dates for the 2024-25 NHL season The quest for the Stanley Cup begins on Friday, October 4. Here’s a look at key dates from the 2024-25 NHL schedule. US & World Videos 1:52 Fans excited for Sixers season opener but disappointed Embiid, George are out 1:43 Eagle Eye: Ben VanSumeren's role at fullback ‘not a gimmick' 1:21 Sixers down stars Embiid, George for season opener 1:25 Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean providing excitement in Eagles' secondary 2:05 Sydney Brown thrilled to return from ACL injury, will face twin brother in Week 8