How to Watch Sharks at Islanders (Oct. 21): Stream NHL Live, TV Channel

The most recent No. 1 overall picks meet in the NHL for the first time as the winless San Jose Sharks visit the New York Islanders

The New York Islanders (2-3-0, 4 points) look for their third straight win on Tuesday night when they host the San Jose Sharks (0-3-2, 2 points) at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. The game features the last two No. 1 overall picks in the NHL draft at 2024 top selection Macklin Celebrini of San Jose is on the ice against this summer’s No. 1 choice, Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer. New York has bounced back from three straight losses to open the season while the Sharks are still looking for their first victory.

How to Watch San Jose Sharks at New York Islanders in NHL Today:

Game Date: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025

Game Time: 7 p.m. ET

TV: MSG Sportsnet, NBC Sports California

Location: UBS Arena

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Captain Anders Lee had two goals and an assist on Saturday, including potting the go-ahead score with 1:03 remaining to lift the Islanders to a 5-4 road win over the Ottawa Senators. Bo Horvat had a goal and Kyle Palmieri tied the game at the six-minute mark of the third period as New York played from behind most of the game. Emil Heineman also lit the lamp in the win as the Isles came back from 2-0, 3-2 and 4-3 deficits.

Alex Nedeljkovic’s 24 saves weren’t enough as the Sharks were blanked at home by the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0 on Saturday night, taking their fifth straight loss. Jeff Skinner leads the team with three goals while Celebrini leads the team with five points on one goal and four assists. San Jose’s defense and goaltending have struggled as it has been outscored 25-13 thus far.

Horvat’s four goals and six points pace New York in the early going while Ilya Sorokin is off to a shaky start with an .861 save percentage and 4.13 goals-against average in his first four starts.

What Time Is The NHL Game Between San Jose and New York On?

The San Jose Sharks at New York Islanders game takes place on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great hockey action.

What Channel Is The San Jose Sharks at New York Islanders Game On?

Looking to watch this game? Fans in the Northern California can tune into NBC Sports California to see the action while viewers in the New York market can watch on MSG Sportsnet. Make sure you subscribe to Fubo now to watch this matchup, as well as numerous other sports leagues.

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