How to Watch Kings vs. Rangers on DIRECTV: Monday on NHL Network
The Los Angeles Kings visit the New York Rangers in New York on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. ET. It's on NHL Network nationally in the U.S., which is DIRECTV channel 215. The Rangers' regional broadcast is on MSG, and the Kings' is on their Los Angeles regional outlet. It's the NHL game on Sports Equinox night, when the NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL all play. Here's how to watch, as of October 24, 2026.
Kings vs. Rangers at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, October 26, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7 p.m. ET |
| Location | New York |
| National U.S. TV | NHL Network (channel 215) |
| Rangers local TV | MSG |
| Coverage | NHL Network national game, with local broadcasts in each team's market |
Is Kings vs. Rangers on DIRECTV?
Yes. NHL Network is channel 215 on DIRECTV, and it's included in the MySports package. Local blackout rules still apply for viewers inside either team's broadcast area, who get the game on the team's regional channel instead.
The rest of Sports Equinox night
On Monday, October 26, the NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL all play on the same night. Game 3 of the World Series is at 8 p.m. ET on FOX, the Cowboys visit the Eagles on Monday Night Football at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN (channel 206), and the NBA's national game is the Warriors at the Nuggets at 10 p.m. ET on Peacock and NBCSN. NBCSN is not in DIRECTV's current channel guide, so Peacock is the viewing option for that NBA game.
Frequently asked questions
What time is Kings vs. Rangers?
Puck drop is 7 p.m. ET on Monday, October 26, 2026.
What channel is Kings vs. Rangers on?
NHL Network nationally in the U.S., which is DIRECTV channel 215. In the Rangers' market it's on MSG.
Is NHL Network in DIRECTV MySports?
Yes. MySports includes NHL Network, along with NFL Network, MLB Network and NBA TV.
Is Kings vs. Rangers on in Canada?
Yes. It's on TVA Sports in Canada.
Questions about your DIRECTV package? Call 1-855-690-9884 to check options at your address.
Details reviewed October 24, 2026 from the NHL's published schedule and broadcast listings, the NBA's 2026-27 schedule, the NFL schedule, DIRECTV's Sports Equinox announcement and live AmericanTV.com channel guides. Start times, broadcast assignments, prices and package contents can change and vary by account, device and address. Team, league, network and service names, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.