New York Rangers TV Schedule 2026-27

The New York Rangers TV schedule for the 2026-27 NHL season lists every game date, opponent, puck-drop time and confirmed television channel in one place. Use the schedule below to find out when the Rangers play next, what channel the game is on and where you can stream the action.

Next Rangers game: New York begins its preseason schedule against the New Jersey Devils on Monday, September 21 at 7:00 p.m. ET. The Rangers open the regular season against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday, September 29 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN. Their Madison Square Garden home opener is October 1 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

What Channel Is the New York Rangers Game on Tonight?

The channel carrying the New York Rangers game tonight depends on whether the matchup is a regional MSG Networks broadcast or a nationally exclusive NHL game.

• MSG Networks: The regional television home for most locally televised New York Rangers games.
• Alternate MSG channels: A Rangers game may move to another MSG Networks channel when multiple New York-area teams are playing at the same time.
• Gotham Sports App: Currently streams eligible MSG Networks broadcasts within the Rangers’ regional television territory.
• ESPN and ABC: Carry selected nationally televised Rangers games.
• ESPN+: Carries selected exclusive national games and many eligible out-of-market broadcasts.
• TNT and HBO Max: Carry selected national regular-season and Stanley Cup Playoff games.
• NHL Network: May carry selected games outside the participating teams’ local markets.

Check the Watch On column beside each matchup for the latest confirmed television channel. A listing marked TBD means the final broadcast assignment has not yet been officially announced.

How to Watch Rangers Games on MSG Networks

MSG Networks is the regional television home of the New York Rangers. Most locally televised Rangers games are expected to appear on an MSG Networks channel unless the matchup has been selected for exclusive national coverage.

The specific MSG channel can vary when the network is carrying several live events. Viewers should check the schedule table and their television provider’s guide on game day rather than assuming every matchup will appear on the same channel.

Games carried exclusively by a national broadcaster will not be available through the regional MSG telecast.

How to Stream New York Rangers Games Without Cable

Fans inside the Rangers’ regional television territory can currently stream eligible MSG Networks broadcasts through the Gotham Sports App. Direct subscription options are available, while customers of participating television providers may be able to link their provider account for access.

Access is based on the viewer’s home ZIP code and the regional rights available in that location. Games that are not televised by MSG Networks are not included with the MSG streaming subscription.

Fans living outside the Rangers’ regional market can watch many eligible out-of-market games through ESPN+. Regional blackout restrictions may prevent viewers in the New York market from watching an MSG broadcast through an out-of-market service.

Gotham Sports and DAZN Streaming Update

MSG Networks has announced that its streaming subscriptions will also become available through DAZN during the 2026-27 NHL season.

Existing Gotham Sports subscribers are expected to receive access to their subscription through DAZN. The Gotham Sports App will continue providing uninterrupted access during the transition, with the exact migration date to be announced later.

Full DAZN pricing and promotional details have not yet been released. This section will be updated when MSG Networks and DAZN confirm the final launch information.

New York Rangers Radio Broadcast Update

The Rangers’ complete 2026-27 game-by-game radio assignments have not yet been added to the official broadcast schedule.

Because the station can vary depending on scheduling conflicts, check the Listen information in the official Rangers listing or the game-day schedule before puck drop. This page will be updated when the full radio schedule is released.

New York Rangers 2026-27 Schedule Highlights

The Rangers will play an expanded 84-game regular-season schedule, including 42 games at Madison Square Garden and 42 games on the road.

• Preseason opener: September 21 at the New Jersey Devils
• Regular-season opener: September 29 at the Boston Bruins at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN
• Home opener: October 1 against the Tampa Bay Lightning
• First Islanders matchup: October 6 at Madison Square Garden
• Edmonton visits MSG: November 1
• Western road trip: November 7–13 through Seattle, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver
• Carolina matinee: November 22 at 1:00 p.m. ET
• Black Friday road game: November 27 at Chicago
• Boston matinee: January 16 at noon ET
• Florida visits MSG: April 3 at noon ET
• Regular-season finale: April 10 against the Toronto Maple Leafs

New York begins the regular season with five games between September 29 and October 6, including three games at Madison Square Garden.

Rangers vs. Islanders 2026-27 TV Schedule

The Rangers and New York Islanders will meet four times during the 2026-27 regular season.

• October 6: Islanders at Rangers
• December 20: Rangers at Islanders
• February 12: Islanders at Rangers
• February 18: Rangers at Islanders

Confirmed MSG and national television assignments will be added after the broadcasters release their complete schedules.

Rangers vs. Devils 2026-27 TV Schedule

The Rangers and New Jersey Devils will also meet four times during the regular season.

• October 15: Rangers at Devils
• December 7: Devils at Rangers
• December 15: Rangers at Devils
• December 22: Devils at Rangers

Check the Watch On column closer to each rivalry game for the final MSG or national television channel.

How to Watch New York Rangers Games in Canada

Canadian viewing availability depends on whether the Rangers game is selected for national coverage or included with an out-of-market package.

• Sportsnet: Carries selected Canadian national NHL broadcasts.
• Sportsnet+: Streams eligible national and out-of-market games depending on the subscriber’s package.
• Prime Video: Carries selected Canadian national NHL games.
• TVA Sports: Carries selected French-language NHL broadcasts.

Canadian viewers should check the Watch On column and their provider’s NHL game finder because availability can vary by matchup, location and subscription.

New York Rangers Streaming and Blackout Rules

NHL blackout restrictions are based on the viewer’s physical location and whether a game is classified as regional, national or out of market.

A Rangers game televised regionally by MSG Networks may be unavailable through ESPN+ within the Rangers’ home broadcast territory. Local viewers will generally need MSG Networks, the Gotham Sports App or the future MSG offering through DAZN.

Nationally exclusive games may not appear through MSG Networks. Check the schedule table before puck drop to confirm the correct television channel and streaming platform.

What Time Is the Rangers Game Tonight?

All game times in the New York Rangers TV schedule are displayed in Eastern Time. Most Madison Square Garden games begin at 7:00 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. ET, although weekend matinees and nationally televised matchups may start earlier.

Start times can change because of national television selections, arena scheduling or NHL adjustments. Return to this page on game day for the latest puck-drop time and channel information.

New York Rangers TV Schedule FAQ

When is the next New York Rangers game?

The next Rangers game appears at the top of the schedule table with its date, opponent, start time and confirmed television channel.

What channel carries most New York Rangers games?

MSG Networks carries most locally televised Rangers games. The specific MSG channel can vary when the network is broadcasting multiple live events.

Can I stream Rangers games through the Gotham Sports App?

Eligible MSG Networks broadcasts can currently be streamed through the Gotham Sports App within the Rangers’ regional television territory. Subscription, provider and location restrictions apply.

Are Rangers games moving to DAZN?

MSG Networks subscriptions will become available through DAZN during the 2026-27 season. Existing Gotham Sports subscribers are expected to receive DAZN access, while Gotham Sports will continue operating during the transition.

Can I watch Rangers games on ESPN+?

ESPN+ carries many eligible out-of-market Rangers games and selected national exclusives. Regional MSG broadcasts may be blacked out within the Rangers’ home television territory.

Is NHL.TV still the main Rangers streaming service?

No. NHL.TV is not the primary United States streaming service for Rangers games. Local MSG broadcasts are available through eligible regional services, while many out-of-market games are carried through ESPN+.

What does TBD mean on the Rangers schedule?

TBD means the final television or radio assignment has not yet been officially announced. The schedule will be updated when the broadcast details are confirmed.

Does this schedule include preseason and playoff games?

The page is updated with New York Rangers preseason and Stanley Cup Playoff games when dates, start times and broadcast information become available.

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Schedule information is cross-checked against the official New York Rangers schedule. Dates, start times, channel assignments, streaming platforms and radio information can change without notice.

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