NHL September 11, 2024 10:29 am 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 0:55 Joel Embiid signs reported $193 million extension with 76ers 1:10 Jets blowout Patriots on Thursday night 3:03 64-year-old Santa Cruz skateboarder to represent US in World Skate Games 2:30 Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball could fetch up to $500k 0:52 Dodgers' Ohtani makes MLB history, becomes first member of 50-50 club