NHL's Nationally Televised Games: Week of October 13th, 2025
The NHL's second week of the regular season is packed with exciting matchups, including a doubleheader on Canadian Thanksgiving and Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of 900 goals. Here's a breakdown of the key games:
Monday, October 13th:
- Detroit Red Wings vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (2 p.m. ET): The Red Wings, seeking to prove their playoff potential, face the Maple Leafs in an Original Six showdown. The Maple Leafs, playing six of their first seven games at home, will look to maintain their momentum.
- St. Louis Blues vs. Vancouver Canucks (7:30 p.m. ET): The Blues, fresh off a win over the Calgary Flames, aim to sweep a two-game Western Canada swing. The Canucks, with a new coach in Adam Foote, seek to return to the playoffs after a missed season.
Tuesday, October 14th:
- Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals (7 p.m. ET): Alex Ovechkin, on the cusp of 900 goals, faces the Lightning, who have struggled early in the season. The Capitals, led by Ovechkin, will look to secure a win at home.
- Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars (9:30 p.m. ET): The Wild, with a potent offense, aim to stay competitive in the Central Division. The Dallas Stars, off to a strong start, will test their mettle against the Wild.
Saturday, October 18th:
- New York Rangers vs. Montreal Canadiens (7 p.m. ET): The Rangers, led by Mike Sullivan, face the Canadiens, who are aiming for playoff success. The game will be a test of the Rangers' recent form and the Canadiens' potential.
- Calgary Flames vs. Vegas Golden Knights (10 p.m. ET): Pacific Division rivals meet for the second time in a week. The Flames, with a challenging schedule ahead, will look to secure a win against the Golden Knights, who have had close games this season.
Additional Nationally Televised Games:
- Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins (1 p.m. ET)
- Florida Panthers vs. Detroit Red Wings (7 p.m. ET)
- Chicago Blackhawks vs. St. Louis Blues (9:30 p.m. ET)
- Edmonton Oilers vs. New York Islanders (7:30 p.m. ET)
- San Jose Sharks vs. Utah Mammoth (9 p.m. ET)
- Seattle Kraken vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (7 p.m. ET)
- Nashville Predators vs. Winnipeg Jets (7 p.m. ET)
- Edmonton Oilers vs. Detroit Red Wings (3 p.m. ET)
- Boston Bruins vs. Utah Mammoth (7 p.m. ET)
