What channel is the Washington Capitals game on tonight?
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No Capitals game tonight. Next game: Washington Capitals vs. the Buffalo Sabres, Sat, Oct 24 at 7:00 PM ET.
📺 ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MNMT (local)
Channels for the next Capitals game
Buffalo Sabres at Washington Capitals · Capital One Arena, Washington, DC
- ESPN+ (ESPN app) National · Streaming
- MNMT Capitals local · Regional TV
MNMT: A regional sports network or local channel. Available on cable/satellite in the team's region; DIRECTV Stream and Fubo carry many regional networks (check your ZIP code).
How to stream the Capitals legally
- ESPN (ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited) ESPN's streaming plans; ESPN+ carries many NHL and college games.
- DIRECTV Stream Live TV streaming that carries most regional sports networks (check your ZIP code).
- Fubo Live TV streaming with broadcast networks, ESPN, NFL Network and many regional sports networks.
- NHL Center Ice Out-of-market NHL games through your TV provider (blackouts apply).
Channel lineups and regional networks vary by ZIP code. Check availability before you sign up. We never link to unlicensed streams.
In-market vs. out-of-market Capitals games
If you live in the Washington area: Most games air inside the team's home territory on its regional network or a local broadcast station (some teams have moved to free over-the-air partners or their own app). National games air on ESPN/ABC or TNT/truTV, streaming on ESPN+ / HBO Max.
Local Capitals broadcasters in recent listings: MNMT (Regional TV).
If you live elsewhere: In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.
Upcoming Capitals games and channels
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV / stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 24 | vs. the Buffalo Sabres | 7:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MNMT (local) |
| Wed, Oct 28 | vs. the Philadelphia Flyers | 7:30 PM ET | TNT and truTV (national) |
| Thu, Oct 29 | at the Nashville Predators | 8:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MNMT (local) |
| Sun, Nov 1 | vs. the Minnesota Wild | 3:30 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MNMT (local) |
| Tue, Nov 3 | vs. the Dallas Stars | 7:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MNMT (local) |
Capitals TV FAQ
What channel is the Capitals game on tonight?
The Washington Capitals don't play tonight. Their next game is Sat, Oct 24 at 7:00 PM ET vs. the Buffalo Sabres, on ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); MNMT (local).
How can I watch the Capitals game without cable?
Legal streaming options for the next game: ESPN (ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited), DIRECTV Stream, Fubo, NHL Center Ice. Channel lineups vary by ZIP code, so check that the service carries the channel in your area.
What is the Capitals local TV channel?
Recent Capitals schedule listings show these local broadcasters: MNMT. Local broadcasts are only available in the team's home territory.
Can I watch the Capitals if I live out of market?
In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.