The Vegas Golden Knights travel to Long Island tonight to face the New York Islanders in a pivotal Tuesday night matchup at UBS Arena. With both teams jockeying for playoff positioning as we approach the mid-way point of the 2025-26 NHL season, this is a game you won’t want to miss.
Here is everything you need to know to watch the game on TV and online.
Game Information
- Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT
- Venue: UBS Arena, Elmont, New York
- TV Channel (USA): TNT, Scripps Sports (Vegas local)
- Streaming (USA): HBO Max (B/R Sports Add-On)
- TV Channel (Canada): Sportsnet, TVA Sports
- Streaming (Canada): Sportsnet+
If you are tuning in from the United States, the game will be broadcast nationally on TNT. Cord-cutters can stream the action live via HBO Max with the B/R Sports add-on. For local fans in the Nevada area, Scripps Sports will carry the regional broadcast. Canadian viewers can catch the game on Sportsnet or stream it via the Sportsnet+ app.
Vegas Golden Knights vs New York Islanders Game Preview
Both teams enter tonight’s contest with plenty of storylines. The Vegas Golden Knights (14-6-8) are riding a four-game winning streak, capped off by a dramatic 3-2 overtime win against the Rangers on Sunday. The addition of Mitch Marner continues to pay dividends, as he has racked up 27 points (5G, 22A) this season, settling in nicely alongside Mark Stone. However, the engine remains Jack Eichel, who leads the team with 36 points (12G, 24A).
On the other side, the New York Islanders (16-11-3) are looking to bounce back after having their three-game winning streak snapped in a 4-1 loss to Florida. Bo Horvat has been a goal-scoring machine, leading the Isles with 17 goals and 29 points. Rookie defenseman sensation Matthew Schaefer continues to turn heads, contributing 21 points (8G, 13A) from the blue line.
Key Injuries:
- Vegas: Goaltender Adin Hill remains day-to-day, meaning Akira Schmid is likely to get the start again after a solid run.
- Islanders: The lineup is relatively healthy, though they are relying heavily on Ilya Sorokin, who was recently named the NHL’s First Star of the Week.
Betting Odds & Prediction
Odds: Vegas Golden Knights -142 | O/U 5.5
Personally, I’m smashing the moneyline on Vegas (-142) tonight. While the Islanders are tough at UBS Arena, the Golden Knights are finding a different gear with Marner and Eichel clicking. Vegas is averaging 3.5 goals per game during their win streak, and I don’t think the Islanders’ offense can keep pace if this turns into a track meet. The total is set at 5.5, and I lean toward the Over. Vegas has been involved in high-scoring affairs lately, and despite Sorokin’s brilliance, the firepower on the Knights’ top six is too much to ignore.
Prediction: Vegas Golden Knights win 4-2.
Finding the Golden Knights & Islanders on TV Today
If you are looking for more ways to follow the Vegas Golden Knights on TV today, check your local listings for Scripps Sports replays or tune into the NHL Network for highlights. The New York Islanders TV schedule remains busy this week, with upcoming games against the Ducks and Lightning that will be crucial for the Metropolitan Division race.
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