How to Watch Gavin McKenna and the Maple Leafs in the U.S.
No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna is a rookie with the Toronto Maple Leafs, but U.S. fans will see few of his games on national TV. ESPN and TNT gave Toronto just a handful of 2026-27 national dates. The two TNT games are Maple Leafs at Blackhawks on Tuesday, November 17 (7:30 p.m. ET) and Bruins at Maple Leafs on Wednesday, February 10 (7:30 p.m. ET), both on TNT, DIRECTV channel 245. Most other games stream on NHL Power Play in the ESPN app.
Maple Leafs national TV games on DIRECTV
| Date | Time (ET) | Game | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue., Nov. 17, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | Maple Leafs at Blackhawks | TNT 245 |
| Wed., Feb. 10, 2027 | 7:30 p.m. | Bruins at Maple Leafs | TNT 245 |
From TNT Sports' 2026-27 schedule, checked October 13, 2026. ESPN also lists a Maple Leafs stream-only game on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu. Networks sometimes add games to national windows later in the season.
Other ways to watch McKenna
NHL Power Play in the ESPN app
Out-of-market Maple Leafs games stream on NHL Power Play in the ESPN app, and many offer a choice of home or away commentary. If your DIRECTV package includes ESPN, eligible customers can activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost.
NHL Network on channel 215
NHL Network picks up select games each week and covers top rookies in its highlight shows. See what channel NHL Network is on DIRECTV.
Local games near the border
When Toronto plays a U.S. team, the home team's local broadcaster usually carries the game, and those games are blacked out on Power Play in that market. Our NHL blackouts guide explains the rules, and our Maple Leafs guide covers the team.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gavin McKenna on national TV in the U.S.?
Yes, a few times. TNT has Maple Leafs at Blackhawks on Nov. 17, 2026, and Bruins at Maple Leafs on Feb. 10, 2027, both at 7:30 p.m. ET.
What channel is TNT on DIRECTV?
TNT is channel 245 on DIRECTV.
How can I watch other Maple Leafs games in the U.S.?
Most out-of-market games stream on NHL Power Play in the ESPN app. NHL Network, channel 215, carries select games.
Why are so few Maple Leafs games on U.S. TV?
U.S. national partners mostly pick games between American teams. Canadian teams are covered by their own national TV deal in Canada.
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Details reviewed October 13, 2026. National schedules are set by ESPN, TNT Sports and the NHL and may change. Channel lineups, regional networks and package availability vary by address and may change. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site; all marks belong to their respective owners.