The "Battle of New York" featuring the Islanders and the Rangers is set for Thursday night as the two NHL rivals face off at Madison Square Garden. ...How to Watch Islanders vs RangersWhen: Thursday, January 29, 2026Time: 7:00 PM ETTV Channel: ESPN+, MSGtry for free ) Live Stream: Fubo (The New York Islanders head into tonight’s matchup against the New York Rangers riding strong recent momentum and a chance to sweep the season series against their crosstown rivals. This is a great NHL matchup that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action. Live stream Islanders vs Rangers on Fubo: Start your free trial now! You can live stream NHL games all season long with Fubo, who offer a free trial.