The Halifax Thunderbirds enter the 2026-27 National Lacrosse League season looking to finish what they started last spring. After an 8-10 regular season, Halifax made an improbable run to the NLL Finals before falling to the Toronto Rock.

Captain Cody Jamieson and defensive standout Graeme Hossack return on new contracts, while a trade with Rochester has reshaped the team's goaltending depth. Coach Mike Accursi now faces the challenge of building on that postseason success.

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What To Know About The Halifax Thunderbirds In 2026-27

• 2025-26 record: 8-10; eighth place; lost to Toronto in the NLL Finals.
• Head coach: Mike Accursi.
• Season opener: Nov. 28, 2026, at Rochester Knighthawks, 7 p.m. ET.
• Where to watch: FloLacrosse and the FloSports app.

How Did The Halifax Thunderbirds Finish The 2025-26 NLL Season?

Halifax finished 8-10 and eighth in the 14-team NLL standings, claiming the final playoff spot before putting together one of the postseason's most impressive runs.

The Thunderbirds stunned top-seeded Vancouver 10-7 in the single-game quarterfinals before defeating Georgia 2-1 in a best-of-three semifinal series.

That sent Halifax to the NLL Finals, where Toronto completed a two-game sweep with 13-11 and 12-7 victories.

The Thunderbirds ultimately fell short of a championship, but their postseason performance demonstrated how much the team could accomplish despite an uneven regular season.

Who Is The Halifax Thunderbirds Head Coach In 2026-27?

Mike Accursi returns as the Halifax Thunderbirds' head coach after guiding the team to the 2026 NLL Finals.

Accursi leads a team that retained important veterans while making changes to its supporting personnel during the offseason.

Curt Styres serves as the organization's owner and general manager, while Scott Campbell is the assistant general manager.

What Are 3 Halifax Thunderbirds Roster Storylines To Watch In 2026-27?

1. Captain Cody Jamieson Returns After Another Productive Season

Cody Jamieson remains a central figure in Halifax's offense after signing a two-year contract extension.

The Thunderbirds captain recorded 56 points, including 23 goals, across 18 regular-season appearances in 2025-26. He elevated his production during Halifax's postseason run, adding 25 points in six playoff games.

Jamieson's return gives Accursi an established offensive contributor and veteran leader as Halifax attempts another deep postseason run. His playoff production also provides a reminder of how important the captain was during the team's march to the Finals.

2. Graeme Hossack Anchors The Returning Defense

Halifax secured another important piece of its roster by signing Graeme Hossack to a three-year extension.

The veteran defender appeared in all 18 regular-season games in 2025-26, collecting 132 loose balls, causing 20 turnovers and blocking 19 shots.

Those numbers illustrate Hossack's impact beyond scoring, particularly in winning possession and disrupting opposing attacks.

Retaining Hossack gives Halifax defensive continuity after its championship appearance, although the Thunderbirds must still determine how their other defensive pieces fit together.

3. Riley Hutchcraft Arrives In A Goaltending Trade With Rochester

Halifax made a notable change to its goaltending depth by acquiring Riley Hutchcraft and defender Tyler Biles from the Rochester Knighthawks.

In exchange, the Thunderbirds sent goaltender Drew Hutchison and transition player Nonkon Thompson to Rochester.

Hutchcraft arrives with 1,208 saves from his time with the Knighthawks, while Biles had appeared in 79 NLL games when the deal was announced.

The trade gives Halifax a different group of personnel to evaluate, but Hutchcraft's arrival does not establish the team's final goaltending rotation or opening-night starter.

How To Watch The Halifax Thunderbirds In The 2026-27 NLL Season

Fans can watch Halifax Thunderbirds games during the 2026-27 National Lacrosse League season on FloLacrosse and the FloSports app.

FloLacrosse is the streaming home of the NLL, with coverage of the regular season and playoffs. Fans can follow Halifax from its season opener against Rochester through its attempt to return to the NLL Finals.

What Is The Halifax Thunderbirds 2026-27 NLL Schedule?

The Halifax Thunderbirds will play 18 regular-season games, with nine at home and nine on the road. Halifax opens Nov. 28 at Rochester before hosting the Calgary Roughnecks in its home opener Dec. 4.

All times Eastern (ET).

• Nov. 28, 2026: Halifax Thunderbirds at Rochester Knighthawks, 7 p.m. ET
• Dec. 4, 2026: Calgary Roughnecks at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6:30 p.m. ET
• Dec. 19, 2026: Buffalo Bandits at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6 p.m. ET
• Jan. 2, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at Calgary Roughnecks, 9 p.m. ET
• Jan. 8, 2027: Toronto Rock at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6:30 p.m. ET
• Jan. 10, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at Toronto Rock, 1 p.m. ET
• Jan. 22, 2027: Vancouver Warriors at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6:30 p.m. ET
• Feb. 6, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at Colorado Mammoth, 9 p.m. ET
• Feb. 12, 2027: Saskatchewan Rush at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6:30 p.m. ET
• Feb. 20, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at Buffalo Bandits, 7 p.m. ET
• March 5, 2027: Oshawa FireWolves at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6:30 p.m. ET
• March 13, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at San Diego Seals, 10 p.m. ET
• March 19, 2027: Rochester Knighthawks at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6:30 p.m. ET
• March 27, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at Georgia Swarm, 7:30 p.m. ET
• April 3, 2027: Georgia Swarm at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6 p.m. ET
• April 9, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at Saskatchewan Rush, 9 p.m. ET
• April 17, 2027: Las Vegas Desert Dogs at Halifax Thunderbirds, 6 p.m. ET
• April 24, 2027: Halifax Thunderbirds at Oshawa FireWolves, 7 p.m. ET

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