Stars vs Golden Knights live stream: how to watch 2023 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final, Game 4

In Canada, the Stanley Cup Playoffs are split between Sportsnet and CBC Sports, but both services are showing the Stars vs Golden Knights series.

That means a free live stream on CBC Gem. You can pay $4.99 per month for ad-free access to CBC Gem's on-demand library, but if you don't mind sitting through commercials you don't need to pay a thing.

If you're unable to tune in due to geo-blocking restrictions, a VPN is all you need to watch the action as you would at home.

For Sportsnet, an SN Now subscription costs $14.99 per month, $49.99 for four months, or $149.99 per year.

A Sportsnet Now Premium subscription costs $34.99 per month or $249.99 per year, and nets you WWE Network and coverage of the Bundesliga and FA Cup soccer, United Rugby Championship, Premiership Rugby, National Rugby League, and Super League Rugby.

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In the US, the Stars vs Golden Knights series is being shown live across a mix of ESPN, ESPN+ and ABC.

Stream Stars vs Golden Knights live without cable

If you don't have ESPN on cable, you'll need a streaming service that includes it, and Sling TV is an OTT service that's especially good for NHL fans.

Its Orange package offers ESPN and TNT in most major markets, thereby covering almost all of the remaining Stanley Cup playoff games. It costs $40 a month but you can get your first month for half-price.

Travelling abroad? Use a VPN to watch Sling from outside the USA.

Game 2 and 5 of the series are being shown on ABC and ESPN Plus. ESPN+ is only $9.99 per month but you'll save money by paying for a year in advance - $99.99 for 12 months.

But there's even better value to be had if you grab ESPN+ as part of the big Disney Plus Bundle. As well as ESPN Plus live sports coverage, you'll get access to the hugely impressive Disney Plus catalog, featuring content from Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and more - plus all the great shows and movies that Hulu offers.

And the cost is super reasonable - you'll only pay $12.99 a month for the Disney Plus bundle (with ads).

Viaplay is the exclusive NHL broadcaster in the UK and is showing the Stars vs Golden Knights, along with every remaining game of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

You'll have to subscribe to the Total package for coverage, which costs £14.99 per month or £143.88 per year.

As well as the NHL, Viaplay has the rights to La Liga football, the United Rugby Championship, the rugby league Championship, plus the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship and Champions Hockey League.

NHL fans in Australia can watch the Stars vs Golden Knights for free via Kayo Sports, which offers all new users a FREE 7-day trial.

Kayo lets you stream on one device with its One plan (AU$25/month), two devices with Basic (AU$30/month), and three devices Premium (AU$35 a month).

Kayo also gives you access to over 50 other sports including cricket, NBA, MLB, PGA Tour golf, NRL, F1... the list goes on! Handy if you don't want to go all out on Fox.

The Stars vs Golden Knights is also being shown on ESPN via Foxtel.

Not in Australia right now? Use a VPN if you're away from home, in order to tap into your domestic coverage.