How to Watch Avalanche vs. Flyers on DIRECTV Tonight: Time, Channels and Streaming
The Colorado Avalanche visit the Philadelphia Flyers tonight, Monday, October 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. ET at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. There is no U.S. national cable window on ESPN or TNT. In Colorado the game airs on Altitude Sports, and in the Philadelphia market it airs on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Everywhere else in the U.S., the DIRECTV path is NHL Center Ice on satellite, with ESPN+ / NHL Power Play as the main streaming alternative.
Here's how to watch Avalanche-Flyers on DIRECTV, as of October 19, 2026.
Avalanche vs. Flyers: date, time and channel
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, October 19, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| Arena | Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia |
| U.S. national TV | None (not on ESPN or TNT) |
| Avalanche local | Altitude Sports, DIRECTV 681 (CHOICE and up, in-market); Altitude+ |
| Flyers local | NBC Sports Philadelphia; not listed in DIRECTV’s current channel lineup. Check a participating local TV provider or its authenticated app. |
| Out of market on DIRECTV | NHL Center Ice, channel 770 and up (satellite) |
| National stream | ESPN+ / NHL Power Play (out-of-market) |
| Early-season notes | Avs about 5-2-1 with MacKinnon hot; Flyers struggling early after snapping a skid (as of Oct. 19) |
What channel is Avalanche vs. Flyers on DIRECTV?
Which channel you use depends on where you live, because this is a regional-sports-network game, not a national one.
| Where you live | Channel | DIRECTV package |
|---|---|---|
| Avalanche territory (Colorado and Altitude's region) | Altitude Sports, 681 | CHOICE or higher |
| Flyers territory (Philadelphia DMA) | NBC Sports Philadelphia local broadcast | Not listed by DIRECTV; use a participating local provider |
| Everywhere else in the U.S. | NHL Center Ice feeds | Satellite add-on, where offered this season |
Altitude Sports is listed in CHOICE and higher on channel 681 where eligible. DIRECTV does not list NBC Sports Philadelphia in its current lineup, so Philadelphia-area viewers need another participating provider for that local feed. If your RSN isn't showing, see how to add or remove local channels on DIRECTV, or call 1-855-690-9884 and we'll confirm what your ZIP code gets.
How to stream Avalanche vs. Flyers
- DIRECTV app: eligible Colorado viewers with Altitude in their package can check the DIRECTV app. The current DIRECTV lineup does not list NBC Sports Philadelphia.
- Altitude+ / NBC Sports app: Colorado viewers can check Altitude+ availability. Philadelphia viewers can use the NBC Sports app with a participating provider login.
- Out of market: ESPN+ / NHL Power Play carries most out-of-market regional NHL telecasts, with local blackouts. Eligible DIRECTV customers with ESPN can activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost. See our NHL Power Play guide and ESPN on DIRECTV.
NHL Center Ice for out-of-market fans
Outside Colorado and Philadelphia territory, NHL Center Ice is the DIRECTV option. It's satellite only, costs $79.98 for the 2026-27 season and shows live out-of-market regular-season games starting at channel 770, with HD feeds on "-1" channels. Home-market games are blacked out on Center Ice.
For the full season map, see NHL on DIRECTV and how to watch the 2026-27 NHL season on DIRECTV. Some ZIP codes can also use the MySports Genre Pack for regional sports.
Early-season context
As of October 19, 2026, Colorado is around 5-2-1 with Nathan MacKinnon producing at a hot pace. Philadelphia has struggled early and just snapped a skid heading into tonight. Check your guide for the final channel listing.
Colorado continues Tuesday at New Jersey at 7 p.m. ET. Philadelphia faces Buffalo on Wednesday on TNT; see Flyers vs. Sabres on DIRECTV. Avalanche fans can also catch Penguins vs. Avalanche on DIRECTV.
Want Altitude, Center Ice or other hockey channels on DIRECTV? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is Avalanche vs. Flyers on DIRECTV?
There is no U.S. national telecast. In Avalanche territory it is on Altitude Sports, DIRECTV channel 681. In Flyers territory the local feed is on NBC Sports Philadelphia, which DIRECTV does not list. Outside both local markets, DIRECTV satellite customers can use NHL Center Ice starting at channel 770.
What time does Avalanche vs. Flyers start?
Puck drop is 7:00 p.m. ET on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
Is Avalanche vs. Flyers on ESPN or TNT?
No. This game is not in a national ESPN or TNT window. Local fans use Altitude or NBC Sports Philadelphia; out-of-market fans use NHL Center Ice or ESPN+ / NHL Power Play.
How much is NHL Center Ice on DIRECTV?
NHL Center Ice is $79.98 for the 2026-27 season. It is a satellite add-on that carries out-of-market regular-season games, subject to blackouts.
Can I stream Avalanche vs. Flyers?
Colorado viewers can check Altitude+ availability; Philadelphia viewers need a participating provider login for the NBC Sports app. Out-of-market fans can use ESPN+ / NHL Power Play, subject to local blackouts.
What package do I need for Altitude or NBC Sports Philadelphia?
Altitude Sports is listed on DIRECTV channel 681 with CHOICE or higher in eligible areas. DIRECTV’s current lineup does not list NBC Sports Philadelphia. Call 1-855-690-9884 to check your address and out-of-market options.
Need help with Altitude, Center Ice or the ESPN app before puck drop? Call 1-855-690-9884.
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