New York Islanders
Updated July 9, 2026 · 2026 NFL season coverage
How to Watch the New York Islanders in 2026
Fubo carries 0 of 82 New York Islanders games this season
Fubo is the single most comprehensive streaming option for New York Islanders fans without cable. It carries FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC/ESPN, and NFL Network — every major broadcast network that airs NFL games — plus offers a free trial for new subscribers.
For games not on Fubo's networks (Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix exclusives), you'll need additional subscriptions — covered in detail below.
The New York Islanders are 82 games during the 2026 season — 0 preseason and 82 regular-season matchups across roughly six broadcast partners. Most New York Islanders games this season air on ESPN+ (68 games), TNT (7 games), and NHL Net (4 games). Thursday Night Football is streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, Netflix carries a small number of exclusive games (typically Christmas Day and select international fixtures), and Monday Night Football airs on ABC or ESPN. For viewers without cable, Fubo is the most comprehensive single-subscription option — it carries the major over-the-air networks (FOX, CBS, NBC) plus ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network in most US markets. Fans in New York can also watch local broadcasts free over-the-air with an HD antenna.
Streaming Services That Carry the New York Islanders
Five live-TV streaming services carry NFL games — each with different channel lineups, prices, and trade-offs. Here's how they compare for New York Islanders fans:
Fubo
Recommended for cord cuttersFubo offers the broadest channel lineup for NFL fans without cable. It carries FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC/ESPN, and NFL Network — covering Sunday afternoon games, Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and most international/special broadcasts. Sports-focused interface with cloud DVR included.
- Most comprehensive NFL channel lineup of any single streaming service
- Free trial available for new subscribers
- Cloud DVR included for recording games
- Multi-screen viewing on phones, tablets, smart TVs, streaming devices
YouTube TV
Carries FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. Also includes NFL Sunday Ticket as an add-on subscription — the only way to watch out-of-market Sunday afternoon games. The most popular live-TV streaming service overall, with strong DVR and multi-stream features.
Hulu + Live TV
Carries the major networks (FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, ESPN). Doesn't include NFL Network in the base plan but does in higher tiers. Bundle includes Hulu's on-demand library plus Disney+ and ESPN+.
Sling TV
Cheapest option but the most limited. Sling Blue carries NBC, FOX, NFL Network in some markets. Sling Orange carries ESPN. Neither carries CBS, which is a significant gap for New York Islanders fans during CBS broadcast weeks.
DirecTV Stream
Premium pricing but the most cable-like experience. Carries all major NFL networks. The successor to AT&T TV; aimed at viewers willing to pay more for full channel parity with traditional cable.
Watch by Broadcast Network
New York Islanders games this season are distributed across multiple broadcasters. Here's how to access each:
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ESPN+ (68 New York Islanders games this season)
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TNT (7 New York Islanders games this season)
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NHL Net (4 New York Islanders games this season)
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MSGB (2 New York Islanders games this season)
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ESPN (1 New York Islanders game this season)
ESPN is available via Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Orange, and ESPN+ in some cases. Monday Night Football also simulcasts on ABC (free over-the-air).
Compatible Streaming Devices
All major live-sports streaming services support the same set of devices. If you have any modern smart TV or streaming stick, you can watch on it:
- Roku — Roku Streaming Stick, Roku Ultra, Roku-enabled smart TVs (TCL, Hisense, others)
- Amazon Fire TV — Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, Fire-enabled smart TVs
- Apple TV — Apple TV 4K, Apple TV HD
- Google Chromecast — Chromecast with Google TV (newer models), older Chromecast streaming devices
- Smart TVs — Samsung Tizen TVs, LG webOS TVs, Vizio SmartCast TVs, Android TV models
- Gaming Consoles — PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One
- Mobile — iOS (iPhone, iPad), Android phones and tablets, with the option to AirPlay or cast to a TV
- Web Browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge on Mac and Windows
Free Ways to Watch the New York Islanders
Most New York Islanders games — including all Sunday afternoon broadcasts on FOX and CBS, Sunday Night Football on NBC, and Monday Night Football simulcasts on ABC — are free over-the-air with an HD antenna in the New York market. A basic indoor antenna ($20-$40) pulls all four major networks in clear digital quality. Outdoor or attic-mounted antennas extend range and reliability for viewers further from broadcast towers.
Streaming-service free trials are the other zero-cost option. Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers — enough to watch several weeks of games before deciding to subscribe. YouTube TV typically runs trial promotions during the NFL season. Always verify current free-trial terms on each service's site, as offers change.
The two game types that cannot be watched free are Thursday Night Football (Amazon Prime Video exclusive) and Netflix-exclusive games (Netflix subscription required). There is no legal free streaming option for these — they require their respective paid subscriptions.