German DEL on TV Today
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Where to Stream German DEL Live
The following premium networks and streaming platforms hold the verified digital broadcast rights to air official German DEL action.
About German DEL
The DEL is the top ice hockey league in Germany. It has 14 teams and no promotion or relegation. The season runs from September through April. The playoffs are underway, with teams battling for the championship.
Top teams
Eisbären Berlin is the most successful club in DEL history. They've won multiple championships. Adler Mannheim is also a powerhouse. Red Bull München, Grizzlys Wolfsburg, and Straubing Tigers are regular playoff contenders. The league is competitive. Any of five or six teams can win it in a given year.
Format
The league has 14 teams. Each plays each other twice in the regular season. The top ten teams advance to the playoffs. The playoffs are best-of-seven series. The final is also best-of-seven. No one gets relegated. It's a closed league, similar to North American hockey.
Viewership
The DEL pulls over 15 million viewers across Europe each season. Berlin, Mannheim, and Munich draw the biggest crowds. The playoff finals are the biggest event of the year. International fans follow German clubs in the Champions Hockey League.
Streaming options in Germany
MagentaSport is the official broadcaster for the DEL. They stream every regular season and playoff game. The rights run through 2028. There's no free TV coverage for the regular season.
International streaming options
For fans outside Germany, Sportdeutschland.TV offers DEL pay-per-view options and highlights. The platform is available internationally and also covers the second-tier DEL2. A VPN can be used to access MagentaSport from outside Germany.
Current season
The 2025-26 DEL season kicked off in September 2025. The regular season wrapped up in March. The playoffs are happening now. Eisbären Berlin are the defending champions. Adler Mannheim and Red Bull München are pushing them this year. The championship final is scheduled for later this month. MagentaSport streams all playoff matches live.