It’s time for another New York rivalry night!
Just a few games past the mid-season break, the Rangers will go east to play their first away game against the Islanders this season. The rivals have played one game of a four-game season series so far; back in November, the Rangers beat the Islanders 5-2.
The teams are entering today’s game on a relatively even standing. The Rangers are 28-25-4, going 5-5 in their last 10 games, while the Islanders have gone 6-4 in their last 10 with an overall season record of 25-24-7.
After tonight’s game, the teams will face off again in less than a week. They’ll be back on Rangers home ice on Monday, March 3.
Here’s everything you need to know about Rangers vs. Islanders, from start time and channel, to how to watch for free.
Rangers vs. Islanders date and time: When do the Rangers play the Islanders?
The New York Rangers take on the New York Islanders today, Feb. 25, live from UBS Arena. Puck drop is set for 7:30 p.m. ET.
What channel is the Rangers vs. Islanders on today?
The Rangers vs. Islanders game is airing in the New York area on both teams’ regional sports networks (RSNs). To watch the Rangers broadcasters, you’ll want to watch MSG; the Islanders broadcast will air on MSGSN.
Outside of the New York market, the game will air on ESPN+.
How to watch Rangers vs. Islanders for free:
An easy and free way to stream the Rangers vs. Islanders game without cable is by using a live TV streaming service with a free trial.
One we’re recommending to everyone right now is DIRECTV Stream, which comes with a five-day free trial and includes both RSNs in the Choice plan. After the trial ends, DIRECTV Stream plan costs $114.99/month.
Rangers vs. Islanders season series:
In addition to today’s game, the Rangers and Islanders will meet twice more this season.
- March 3 at 7:00 p.m. ET
- April 10 at 7:30 p.m. ET
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