How to watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers live streams
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The NHL season is underway, and tonight the Flyers will head to Canada to take on the Oilers. If you're hoping to tune in, you've come to the right place. Keep reading to learn how to watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers live streams.
The Flyers' season begins with a series of away games before they make their way back to Philadelphia. They won their season opener against the Vancouver Canucks and lost their second game against the Calgary Flames. The Oilers, who made it to the finals last year but lost to the Florida Panthers in Game 7, have had a rougher start to the season. They're 0-3, having lost to the Flames, the Chicago Blackhawks, and the Winnipeg Jets so far this season. The Flyers and Oilers last played each other at the beginning of January in an Edmonton home game that saw the Oilers pull ahead with a 5-2 win.
Below, we've compiled everything you need to know about watching the Flyers vs. Oilers. Don't forget to bookmark our streaming guide on how to watch NHL games for info on other upcoming match-ups.
What channel is the Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers game on?
The Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers game will air on ESPN in the US. The puck will drop on Tuesday, October 15, at 10 p.m. ET.
How to watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers in the US
If you don't have access to ESPN through a cable provider, there are a few different options to explore when it comes to live streaming the network. While you won't be able to stream the game through ESPN+, you can catch it through a live TV package like Sling TV, Fubo, or DirecTV Stream. All three of these services are top month-to-month cable alternatives that made the cut in our guide to the best sports streaming services.
Sling TV is the cheapest option tonight. Plans start at $40/month, but you can get your first month for just $15 right now. You'll need to subscribe to the Sling Orange plan to access ESPN. This tier also includes ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPN4K, and 31 other live channels.
DirecTV Stream and Fubo are two other popular sports streaming services that carry ESPN, in addition to tons of other channels. Fubo plans start at $80/month, come with a one-week free trial, and offer 100+ live channels. Fubo also gives first-time customers $20 off their first month. DirecTV Stream plans, which start at $87/month, carry 90+ channels and offer a five-day free trial.
How to watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers from anywhere
You don't need to miss out on the game just because you're traveling away from home. You can keep up with your usual streaming subscriptions from anywhere with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs enable people to temporarily change their device's virtual location (and give their cybersecurity a boost, too). Since the services we've recommended above require US forms of payment, this option will work best for Americans who are simply traveling outside of the US at the moment.
Time and again, ExpressVPN is our go-to recommendation. It's user-friendly, even for beginners, and comes with a built-in 30-day money-back guarantee. Check out our ExpressVPN review for more information, and keep reading to learn how to use a VPN tonight.
How to watch Philadelphia Flyers vs. Edmonton Oilers with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don't already have one.
- Install it on the device you're using to watch.
- Set the VPN to a US location.
- Sign up for one of the above streaming services if you don't have an account.
- Navigate to ESPN and enjoy the game.
Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Business Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.