It’s the San Jose Sharks versus the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre on October 20, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: Bell Centre
- TV Channels: ESPN Unlimited
- League Package: NHL® CENTER ICE®
How to Watch San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens on October 20, 2026
You can watch the Montreal Canadiens take on the San Jose Sharks live on DIRECTV on ESPN Unlimited on October 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.
San Jose Sharks (4-4-1) at Montreal Canadiens (4-3-1) — Game Preview
The San Jose Sharks (4-4-1) travel to the Bell Centre to face the Montreal Canadiens (4-3-1) on October 20, with both teams looking to improve their early-season standings in the NHL®.
Macklin Celebrini leads the Sharks with 3 goals and 11 points, while Cole Caufield counters for the Canadiens with a team-high 5 goals and 29 shots. Supporting Celebrini, Will Smith contributes 3 goals and 6 points, whereas Nick Suzuki adds 6 assists and 10 points for Montreal.
San Jose enters with several players on the injured list, including Quentin Musty and Kyle Keyser on Injured Reserve, while Montreal faces its own challenges with Mike Matheson day-to-day and multiple players on Injured Reserve.
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What Time is the San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens Game Today?
The San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens game starts at 7:00 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens?
You can watch San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens on ESPN Unlimited and NHL® CENTER ICE®.
Players to Watch: San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens
San Jose Sharks
Macklin Celebrini — C. From the center position, Macklin Celebrini leads the Sharks with 3 goals and 11 points. His 8 assists include 5 on the power play, highlighting his playmaking ability. Celebrini’s 31 shots on goal demonstrate his offensive presence on the ice.
Will Smith — C. Will Smith contributes 3 goals and 6 points from the center spot, maintaining a points-per-game average of 0.67. Despite a challenging plus/minus of -4, his offensive contributions remain vital for San Jose.
Tyler Toffoli — C. Tyler Toffoli adds depth with 2 goals and 4 assists, totaling 6 points. His plus/minus of 0 indicates a balanced impact on both ends of the ice. Toffoli’s experience helps stabilize the Sharks’ forward lines.
Montreal Canadiens
Cole Caufield — RW. From the right wing, Cole Caufield leads the Canadiens with 5 goals and 29 shots. His ability to find the net is crucial for Montreal’s offensive strategy. Caufield’s performance continues to drive the team’s scoring efforts.
Nick Suzuki — C. Nick Suzuki directs the Canadiens’ attack with 6 assists and 10 points from the center position. His plus/minus of 3 highlights his effectiveness on both ends of the ice. Suzuki’s 4 goals complement his playmaking skills.
Josh Anderson — RW. Josh Anderson contributes 4 goals and 2 assists, totaling 6 points from the right wing. His plus/minus of 2 reflects his positive impact on the ice. Anderson’s physical play adds an edge to Montreal’s forward group.
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