How to watch the Washington Capitals
Most regular-season games air on Monumental Sports Network (DIRECTV Stream channel 642).
- Most games
- Monumental Sports Network · DIRECTV Stream 642
- National games
- National games air on ESPN, ABC and TNT.
- Tonight’s game
- Official Capitals schedule
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Restrictions apply. Prices checked September 28, 2026 and subject to change. Plus taxes and fees.
Which services have Capitals games
Monumental Sports Network is carried by DIRECTV Stream.
| DIRECTV Stream | Fubo | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV | Sling TV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monumental Sports Network | Yes | check | check | check | check |
| TNT and TBS | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Nearby teams in Washington, DC
Same area, mostly the same networks. Pick them all in one service.
Cheapest ways to watch
Through a full season you need: Monumental Sports Network, Local CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, ESPN / ESPN2, TNT / TBS / truTV.
DIRECTV Stream MySports + MyHome Team covers every one of those networks for $64.98 a month for 6 months, then $84.98, before taxes. DIRECTV Stream Choice adds a full entertainment lineup at $64.99 in month one, then $84.99 plus a regional sports fee of up to $19.99.
By itself: Monumental+ streams in market. Local games only.
Game night, sorted
Find the channel, turn it on and watch at home, or on your phone and tablet with the DIRECTV Stream app.
- Live TV, local channels and your apps in one place
- Unlimited streams at home on compatible devices
- Cancel anytime, no annual contract
Out of market and blackouts
Out-of-market games are on NHL Center Ice or ESPN+. Local networks are limited to the home territory, and some national games are exclusive to one network.
Capitals TV questions
Straight answers. Anything else, ask our team.
What channel are the Capitals on?
Most Capitals games are on Monumental Sports Network, channel 642 on DIRECTV Stream. National games air on ESPN, ABC and TNT.
How can I watch the Capitals without cable?
Stream Monumental Sports Network through DIRECTV Stream, or subscribe directly (Monumental+ streams in market). You still need a way to get ESPN, FOX, TNT and NBC for national games.
Can I watch the Capitals outside Washington, DC?
Out-of-market games are on NHL Center Ice or ESPN+.
Watch the Capitals on DIRECTV Stream
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