Hi, my name is Kayla and I wear many hats. I graduated from Florida State University with a B.S. in Biomedical Science. Before that, I studied neuroscience and behavioral biology in graduate school. I also work part-time as a medical student researcher. If you’re an Nhl hockey fan, you’ll know who I am, but for the rest of you, I’m a computer science enthusiast who enjoys sharing my knowledge.
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Why Spectrum?
Before we get into the nitty-gritty of hockey and computers, it’s important to mention a few reasons why I actually chose to study computer science at Florida State University instead of biomedical engineering. First of all, let’s be real, the industry is changing and it’s evolving as we speak. The fact of the matter is, if you want to stay relevant in the job market, you need to change with it. Second, while studying biomedical engineering, I found myself in a situation where I needed to learn a new set of skills. Third, I have over a decade of professional experience in the field, which gives me a wide array of knowledge I can share. Finally, the school was ranked #3 in the nation for mechanical engineering and aerospace, so I knew I was getting a good education no matter what course I decided to take.
What To Watch
Depending on who you ask, you’ll get a different answer as to which hockey channel to watch. If you want to see the games in their entirety, you’ll have to dive into several streaming services. If you prefer to watch only certain games or matchups, you can look into the NHL Network or the NHL GameCenter. Furthermore, there are also several subscription services that provide in-depth statistical information as well as tools for analyzing the game. Last but not least, you can always check out YouTube for highlights, interviews, and more.
The Basics
When you log on to your Spectrum account, you’ll see a screen asking you to select what you want to watch. Depending on how you configured your preferences, you may see different channels at the top of the list. For now, let’s focus on the basics, which are NHL games and videos related to the Tampa Bay Lightning. To the right of the screen, you’ll see a small preview of what’s to come. From there, you can either surf through the channels or use the search bar to find exactly what you’re looking for. If you know the exact name of the player or team you want to watch or listen to, type in their name and press enter. You can also click the small icon in the top left corner to open a small menu with all the available platforms (desktop, mobile, tablet, and more) and devices (laptop, Chromebook, iPhone, and more) to which you can stream the game.
The Best Overall Source
If you ask me, Spectrum is the best overall source for watching hockey. Not only do they have all the necessary platforms and devices covered, but they also offer all the major hockey leagues as well as many minor ones. Also, the interface is extremely easy to navigate and the search bar helps you find exactly what you’re looking for, without any need to browse through hundreds of channels looking for the answer. Most importantly, they have all the major sports networks, including the major English-speaking channels such as ESPN, CBC, and more.
As I’ve already mentioned, it’s a bit difficult to find out which hockey channel to pick. If you want to watch the games, you’ll almost certainly end up on one of the big three (Fox, CBC, and ESPN) anyways. If you want to follow the Lightning, you’ll definitely want to check out TampaBayLightning.com or follow them on social media (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). That’s because the team’s website and social media handles are the best way to get news and analysis on the team and its players. Also, don’t forget about the NHL Network, which provides regular news and analysis as well as several games and features a number of Lightning players, coaches, and broadcasters.
The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
With respect to the different platforms and devices, I’ll point out the good, the bad, and the ugly. The good is that the site is mobile-friendly and supports almost all modern browsers. The bad is that the interface is a bit slow and unresponsive at times. And the ugly is that, at least on my end, the audio sometimes didn’t work. When that happens, you’ll see the word “Unavailable” next to the channel’s name. Hopefully, this article will help you avoid these potential issues and will let you enjoy your hockey experience on Spectrum.
Final Takeaway
As much as I’d love to recommend this product without reservation, there are a few things I want to point out. First of all, if you have an iPhone or iPad, you can download the NHL App (for free) from the App Store. With the app, you can access all the games on the channel as well as use the score lookup, which will show you the stats for every game.
As a female technology enthusiast and hockey fan, I love that the site is designed with my favorite team in mind. The interface is very user-friendly and intuitive, which means that even a non-hockey fan can navigate it easily. Furthermore, the speed with which you can navigate channels is extremely quick. In my opinion, anyone can enjoy this product and learn something new about hockey, at least from my end.