How to Watch Bruins vs. Ducks on DIRECTV: Puck Drop Time, Local Channels and Streaming
The Boston Bruins visit the Anaheim Ducks on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT) at Honda Center in Anaheim. There is no U.S. national telecast. Bruins fans in New England can watch on NESN (DIRECTV channel 628), while the Ducks’ local broadcast is on Prime Video in the Ducks’ home market with an over-the-air simulcast on KCOP-13 in Los Angeles, per the NHL’s official broadcast listing.
Boston is 5-2-0 through seven games and Anaheim is 4-2-0 through six as of October 15, 2026. Here’s how to watch Bruins-Ducks on DIRECTV.
Bruins vs. Ducks: date, time and channel
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, October 16, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT) |
| Arena | Honda Center, Anaheim, California |
| U.S. national TV | None listed |
| Bruins local | NESN, DIRECTV 628 (CHOICE and up, in-market New England) |
| Ducks local | Prime Video (in-market streaming); KCOP-13 over the air in the Los Angeles market |
| Out of market | NHL Center Ice on DIRECTV satellite where offered; ESPN+ streaming |
| Records | BOS 5-2-0 (10 pts, 7 GP); ANA 4-2-0 (8 pts, 6 GP) as of Oct. 15, 2026 |
What channel is Bruins vs. Ducks on DIRECTV?
Which channel you use depends on where you live, because this is a regional game, not a national one.
| Where you live | How to watch | DIRECTV package |
|---|---|---|
| Bruins territory (New England) | NESN, channel 628 | CHOICE or higher |
| Los Angeles TV market | KCOP-13, local channel | Local channels with any package that includes Los Angeles locals |
| Ducks territory | Prime Video app | Not a DIRECTV channel; stream with a Prime membership |
| Everywhere else in the U.S. | NHL Center Ice feeds | Satellite add-on, where offered this season |
Regional sports networks aren’t part of ENTERTAINMENT, so CHOICE is the starting point for NESN inside Bruins territory. Channel numbers and regional availability can vary by ZIP code. For more on the network, see NESN and NESN Nation for Bruins and Red Sox fans, compare tiers in our DIRECTV package channel comparison, or call 1-855-690-9884 and we’ll confirm what your address gets.
How to stream Bruins vs. Ducks
- DIRECTV app: if NESN is in your package and you’re in Bruins territory, watch it live in the DIRECTV app with your login.
- Prime Video: the Ducks’ local broadcast streams on Prime Video for fans inside the Ducks’ home market. It runs in the Prime Video app, which you can open on a DIRECTV Gemini device, smart TVs and streaming players.
- KCOP-13: in Southern California, the game also airs free over the air and through your Los Angeles local channels.
- Out of market: ESPN+ carries most out-of-market regional NHL telecasts in the U.S. Local blackouts apply inside both teams’ territories.
How the Bruins and Ducks got here
Early-season notes as of October 15, 2026, from NHL.com schedules and stats:
- Bruins (5-2-0): Boston has won three straight, beating Utah 6-1 and Philadelphia 5-1 at home before a 6-3 win at San Jose on October 13 to open a West Coast swing. David Pastrnak leads the team with 8 points (2 goals, 6 assists), Fraser Minten has 4 goals and 7 points, and Jeremy Swayman is 5-1 in goal.
- Ducks (4-2-0): Anaheim won 5-1 at Winnipeg and 4-2 at Calgary last week, then fell 4-2 to Calgary at home on October 13. Leo Carlsson leads the Ducks with 9 points (2 goals, 7 assists), Mikael Granlund has 8 points, Beckett Sennecke has a team-high 4 goals and Lukas Dostal has started five games.
Bruins vs. Ducks storylines
- Back-to-back for Boston: the Bruins play in Los Angeles the next night, so watch for how Boston splits goaltending between Swayman and Michael DiPietro.
- Ducks back home: Anaheim has had a few days off after its October 13 loss to Calgary before heading east to the Rangers and Islanders next week.
- Young Ducks core: Carlsson, Sennecke and defenseman Jackson LaCombe are driving Anaheim’s early offense.
- Late night out east: the 10 p.m. ET puck drop makes this a late one for New England viewers, so set your DVR if you can’t stay up.
More NHL on DIRECTV
The same night, the Penguins visit the Avalanche at 9 p.m. ET. For national games and studio shows, see what channel NHL Network is on DIRECTV. For the full season map of ESPN, TNT and regional windows, see NHL on DIRECTV and how to watch the 2026-27 NHL season on DIRECTV.
Local channel help: DIRECTV channels for Massachusetts and DIRECTV channels for California. Sports fans who want more league networks can look at the DIRECTV MySports Genre Pack.
Want NESN, your locals and the rest of the hockey lineup on one bill? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is Bruins vs. Ducks on DIRECTV?
There is no U.S. national telecast. In Bruins territory it is on NESN, DIRECTV channel 628. In the Ducks’ market it streams on Prime Video, with an over-the-air simulcast on KCOP-13 in Los Angeles.
What time does Bruins vs. Ducks start?
Puck drop is 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT) on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Honda Center in Anaheim.
Which DIRECTV package has NESN?
NESN is a regional sports network that starts with CHOICE on DIRECTV and is available inside Bruins territory in New England. ENTERTAINMENT does not include it.
Is the Ducks game on a DIRECTV channel?
The Ducks’ local broadcast streams on Prime Video, which is not a DIRECTV channel. In the Los Angeles market it also airs on KCOP-13, which DIRECTV carries with Los Angeles local channels.
How can I watch Bruins vs. Ducks out of market?
Outside both teams’ territories, use NHL Center Ice on DIRECTV satellite where it is offered this season, or stream out-of-market games on ESPN+. Local blackouts apply.
What are the Bruins’ and Ducks’ records?
As of October 15, 2026, Boston is 5-2-0 with 10 points through seven games and Anaheim is 4-2-0 with 8 points through six games.
Need help confirming NESN (628), your Los Angeles locals or Center Ice before puck drop? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 15, 2026 from the NHL’s official schedule and broadcast data for Bruins at Ducks (game 2026020120), NHL.com club schedules, standings and stats for Boston and Anaheim, DIRECTV’s regional sports network channel list and live AmericanTV.com channel guides. Records are through games completed October 14, 2026. Channel lineups, regional territories, streaming rights, package contents, blackouts, add-on availability and prices vary by address and may change. Boston Bruins, Anaheim Ducks, NHL, NHL Center Ice, NESN, Prime Video, KCOP, ESPN+, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.