NHL Power Play on the ESPN App gives you access to more than 1,050 out-of-market games in the 2026–27 season. It isn't sold as a separate line item; instead it is included with ESPN's standalone streaming plans. This guide explains how to set up a Coinepay virtual card, pick the right plan, and complete checkout, with a troubleshooting section for the decline reasons ESPN actually documents.
Before you start
A few things to confirm first so checkout goes smoothly:
- Power Play is the U.S. out-of-market offering. ESPN requires location access, and local-market live games can be blacked out based on where you are watching. Canada and other countries use different products (for example Sportsnet+ or NHL.TV on DAZN), which are not Power Play price markets.
- Check for included access first. If you already subscribe to an eligible TV package, or if you were an ESPN+ subscriber (now migrated to ESPN Select), you may already have access before you pay again.
- Billing-address country must match the sign-up country. For Disney-billed bundles, Disney+ states that international cards are not accepted and the card's billing-address country must match the country you sign up in. Use your real identity and real billing address. Contact Coinepay support to confirm your card meets this requirement before you buy.
Which plan includes NHL Power Play
Power Play is included in both of ESPN's standalone plans:
- ESPN Select — includes ESPN+ content.
- ESPN Unlimited — also includes ESPN's networks and ESPN on ABC.
At the time of writing (October 2026), ESPN's published U.S. standalone prices are ESPN Select at $13.99/month or $139.99/year, and ESPN Unlimited at $31.99/month or $319.99/year. Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Select bundles are listed at $21.99/month (with ads) or $32.99/month (Premium), with the matching ESPN Unlimited bundles at $35.99/month and $44.99/month. Prices and plan availability vary by region and can change, so always check ESPN's official pricing page before you confirm. Third-party and bundle billing totals may differ.
Step 1: Set up your Coinepay virtual card
Coinepay issues virtual cards with an instant card number, expiry date and CVV, all managed from the app and the 24/7 dashboard.
- Create your Coinepay account and complete identity verification (KYC). This is required before card services are available.
- Download the app from the App Store or Google Play, or sign in to the dashboard.
- Create a virtual card and note its number, expiry date and CVV.
- Load enough balance to cover the monthly or annual charge plus any renewal. Keeping a buffer helps avoid a failed renewal later.
- Check the billing address on file for your card so it matches what you will type at ESPN or Disney checkout.
Step 2: Sign up directly at ESPN
For a direct ESPN subscription:
- Go to ESPN and create an account or sign in with your existing MyDisney account.
- Choose ESPN Select or ESPN Unlimited and your billing period (monthly or yearly).
- Confirm you don't already have included access through an eligible TV package.
- Enter your payment information using your Coinepay virtual card number, expiry and CVV, and enter the billing address that matches your card.
- Review and confirm. ESPN lists Disney Visa, Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover and PayPal as direct payment methods; its list does not confirm Apple Pay or Cash App for direct ESPN checkout.
Step 3: Or sign up through a Disney-billed bundle
If you want the Disney+, Hulu, ESPN bundle billed by Disney:
- Select the bundle plan you want.
- Enter your email, password and birthdate.
- Enter your payment information with your Coinepay virtual card.
- Review the terms, then select AGREE & SUBSCRIBE.
Disney+ lists Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover credit and debit cards, plus Apple Pay, Cash App and PayPal. Remember Disney's rule that international cards are not accepted and the card's billing-address country must match your sign-up country.
Step 4: Confirm access and manage payment later
For a direct ESPN subscription, you can update your card at any time: sign in on ESPN's website, open the profile menu, then Subscriptions → Manage Subscription, where Update Payment is available (also through the ESPN app's subscription settings). If Apple, Google, Roku or another partner bills your subscription, manage payment and cancellation with that biller rather than through ESPN's direct-billing controls.
You can create a separate Coinepay virtual card for this subscription to keep its charges easy to track in your dashboard.
Troubleshooting: why a card is declined
ESPN documents several reasons a payment may not be accepted or processed. Work through these before retrying:
| Message or cause | What to do |
|---|---|
| Insufficient funds | Top up your Coinepay balance in the app so it covers the full plan price, then retry. |
| Incorrect card number, CVV or expiry | Re-copy the details from your Coinepay card view; a single wrong digit will block the charge. |
| Mismatched or wrong-country billing information | Make sure the billing address and its country exactly match your card and your sign-up country. Disney does not accept international cards. |
| Expired card | Check the expiry date; if needed, issue a new Coinepay virtual card and update payment info. |
| Unsupported issuer | The merchant may not accept certain issuers. Contact Coinepay support to confirm your card details before you retry. |
| 3-D Secure / verification prompt | If asked to confirm the payment, approve it in your Coinepay app, then complete checkout. |
Some shoppers have reported a promotional sign-up error saying the payment "can't be processed"; in that anecdote the suspected cause was a temporary site problem rather than a card issue. If your card details are correct and funded, waiting and retrying later can help.
If a renewal fails
ESPN retries a failed charge. If the problem continues, the account can go on billing hold: the subscription stays active but streaming is unavailable until you update payment information. Keep your Coinepay card funded and current to avoid an interruption during the season.
Cancelling
Direct ESPN customers can cancel anytime through Profile → Account → Manage Subscription → Plans & Billing → Cancel. Access continues through the end of the paid billing period, and ESPN states it offers no refund or credit for a partially used period. If a partner bills you, cancel through that biller.
Get help
For questions about your Coinepay virtual card, balance or verification, reach the team through Coinepay support or the Coinepay Telegram. For plan features, pricing and blackout rules, check ESPN's official help pages. Learn more about Coinepay cards at our homepage.
Get your Coinepay virtual card: Sign up · App Store · Google Play · Customer support
FAQ
Is NHL Power Play a separate subscription?
No. Power Play on the ESPN App is access to out-of-market games included with ESPN's standalone plans, ESPN Select and ESPN Unlimited. You subscribe to one of those plans rather than buying Power Play on its own.
Can I pay for NHL Power Play with a Coinepay virtual card?
You can enter a Coinepay virtual card's number, expiry and CVV at ESPN or Disney checkout. Disney requires that the card's billing-address country match your sign-up country and does not accept international cards, so contact Coinepay support to confirm your card meets this before you buy.
Why was my card declined at ESPN checkout?
ESPN documents expired cards, incorrect card number/CVV/expiry, mismatched or wrong-country billing information, insufficient funds and unsupported issuers. Check each detail, make sure your Coinepay balance covers the price, and approve any verification prompt in the Coinepay app.
What happens if my renewal payment fails?
ESPN retries the charge. If it keeps failing, your account can go on billing hold: the subscription stays active but streaming stops until you update payment info. Keep your Coinepay card funded to avoid interruptions.
How much does NHL Power Play cost?
At the time of writing (October 2026), ESPN's U.S. prices were ESPN Select at $13.99/month or $139.99/year and ESPN Unlimited at $31.99/month or $319.99/year, with bundle options priced higher. Prices vary by region and change, so check ESPN's official pricing page.
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