Wild vs. Islanders live stream: How to watch Thursday’s NHL game, channel, time

The Minnesota Wild host the New York Islanders on Thursday at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, with puck drop set for 8 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and Hulu, with no local TV coverage in either market. This matchup carries playoff implications for both teams: the Wild are fighting for positioning in the Central Division, while the Islanders are battling to stay in the Eastern Conference wild-card race. Minnesota’s Kirill Kaprizov and New York’s Mathew Barzal are the key offensive catalysts to watch. With both clubs known for tight defensive play, expect a low-scoring, grind-it-out affair. Fans looking to stream the game can do so via ESPN+ or Hulu, both of which require a subscription. As the regular season winds down, every point matters, making this a crucial test for two teams with postseason ambitions.