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Hockey history could be made today as Alexander Ovechkin takes to the ice in search of a record-breaking goal.

Ovechkin scored two goals in the Washington Capitals’ 5-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday night, tying Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL record of 894 lamp lighters. “Ovi” could break the record this afternoon, as the Caps face off against the New York Islanders.

Want to watch the Capitals vs. Islanders game? Here’s what you need to know.

How to Watch Capitals vs. Islanders Hockey Game on TV

The New York Islanders welcome Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals today, April 6 at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. Puck drop is at 12:30 pm E.T. /9:30 am P.T.

The Islanders vs. Capitals game is airing live on TNT so if you want to watch the hockey game on TV you’ll need a cable package that includes a TNT feed.

How to Watch Capitals vs. Islanders Hockey Game Online

You can also watch the Capitals vs. Islanders game online without cable by using a live TV streaming service like DirecTV Stream. DirecTV Stream’s channel lineup includes a live TNT feed, so you can livestream Ovechkin’s NHL game online. Streaming packages currently start at $74.99/month but you can test out the service with a five-day free trial to DirecTV Stream here.

Use the free trial to livestream the Capitals vs. Islanders online free without cable. DirecTV Stream lets you watch the hockey game on your phone, tablet, computer or TV.

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Tickets to the Islanders game are selling out online as fans try to be a part of the history-making event. You can still find last-minute tickets on sites like Stubhub, which guarantees instant delivery (over email) so you have your tickets in hand in time for the game.

Ovechkin scored the tying goal in his 1,486th NHL game and will have a chance to break Gretzky’s record tonight. Fittingly, the Great One played in 1,487 games in his illustrious NHL career.

Gretzky was on hand to witness Ovechkin’s record-rying moment in Washington’s win Friday night and the LA Kings legend is expected to be on hand today on Long Island as well.

Watch the Capitals vs. Islanders game online free with DirecTV Stream here. You can also pick up officially licensed Ovechkin merch, like this Capitals hockey jersey below, on Fanatics.com.