Islanders vs. Blackhawks: U.S. time and broadcast

The New York Islanders and Chicago Blackhawks play on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time (ET) at UBS Arena. In the Islanders’ local market, the official TV option is MSG Networks and local streaming is available through DAZN. The team directs U.S. viewers outside the market to ESPN+. Radio coverage will be available on 88.7 FM WRHU, 103.9 FM LI News Radio, SiriusXM, the NHL App and the NY Islanders + UBS Arena app.

Islanders vs. Blackhawks start time

The game begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on October 8. Both the Islanders’ official tune-in page and the team’s ticket listing show the same date and time.

It is a home game for New York and opens a run of three consecutive Islanders games at UBS Arena. Because schedules can change, check the official links again before traveling or starting a stream.

TV and streaming in the United States

MSG Networks is the official local television partner for Islanders games. The team’s page also says local regular-season games can be streamed on DAZN. For fans outside the regional market, ESPN+ is the listed season-long option.

Some Islanders games receive national distribution through TNT, ESPN or ABC, or appear on HBO Max, ESPN+ and Hulu. However, the reviewed source does not list a specific national assignment for Islanders vs. Blackhawks. The safest approach is therefore to check the latest provider schedule and the team’s official page. Availability depends on location and each service’s territorial rules.

How to listen on the radio

Every Islanders game has live coverage on 88.7 FM WRHU and 103.9 FM LI News Radio. The team also lists audio through SiriusXM, the NHL App and the NY Islanders + UBS Arena app.

In the Hudson Valley, the network includes WBNR on 1260 AM/96.5 FM, WGHQ on 920 AM/92.5 FM and WLNA on 1420 AM/94.3 FM. Radio is a practical alternative for listeners away from a screen or facing video restrictions, although terrestrial reception varies by area.

Tickets and getting to UBS Arena

Official sales are available through the “Buy Tickets” buttons on the Islanders’ page, with purchases handled by Ticketmaster. The team says UBS Arena accepts mobile tickets only; printouts and PDF files are not accepted. Barcodes appear about 48 hours before puck drop, although tickets can be added to a digital wallet earlier.

The published address is 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003. For public transportation, the official guidance points to the LIRR and Elmont–UBS Arena Station; parking can be purchased in advance through Ticketmaster. Check current conditions before traveling.

Three consecutive home games

The UBS Arena schedule confirms all three matchups, while the official 2026–27 schedule provides the times:

• October 8, 7:30 p.m. ET: Chicago Blackhawks;
• October 10, 7:30 p.m. ET: Tampa Bay Lightning;
• October 13, 7:45 p.m. ET: Vancouver Canucks.

Anyone planning to follow more than one game should note that the third starts 15 minutes later. The three dates fall within a six-day span, and each is identified as a home game in the official material.

Before the game

To avoid confusing local coverage with out-of-market access, first confirm your location and then check the MSG Networks listing or the relevant service’s availability. If attending, have the mobile ticket ready and review the time, transportation details and any changes on the official pages on game day.