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Monumental Sports Network Unveils 2025-26 Washington Capitals Broadcast Schedule
9/13/2025, 1:42:02 PM
Comprehensive Coverage for Capitals Fans
Monumental Sports Network (MNMT) has announced that it will air a total of 76 Washington Capitals games during the 2025-26 NHL season, including 70 regular season matchups and six preseason games. The first game on MNMT will be a preseason contest against the Boston Bruins on September 21, 2025. The network will also provide extensive coverage for the Capitals' preseason game in Hershey against the Philadelphia Flyers on September 25, which marks the 20th anniversary of the Capitals' affiliation with the Hershey Bears.
Regular season coverage will commence on October 8, leading up to the Capitals' opener against the Boston Bruins. Notably, the first regular season game on MNMT is scheduled for October 11, featuring Alex Ovechkin’s return to UBS Arena, where he broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record in April.
Enhanced Viewing Experience
Zach Leonsis, President of Media & New Enterprises at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming season, stating, “We're thrilled to deliver another action-packed season of Capitals hockey to fans across the DMV region.” MNMT aims to provide fans with exclusive behind-the-scenes content, game broadcasts, and pre/postgame analysis, promising an immersive experience.
The broadcast team will include Emmy Award-winning play-by-play announcer Joe Beninati and game analyst Craig Laughlin, who are entering their 29th consecutive season together. They will be joined by rinkside reporter Al Koken, who will offer in-game interviews and updates. The pregame and postgame shows will feature award-winning host Alexa Landestoy and analyst Alan May, along with contributions from Beninati, Laughlin, and Koken.
Accessibility and Subscription Options
Fans can access live Capitals games on MNMT through various platforms, including the Monumental+ app, available on iOS, Android, and streaming devices. However, due to recent contract negotiations, Xfinity will move MNMT exclusively to its ‘Ultimate TV’ package starting September 15, 2025. To assist fans, MNMT has secured a discount for new subscribers to this package.
For those without a TV provider, an annual or monthly direct-to-consumer subscription is available through monumentalplus.com. The Capitals Radio Network will also provide live audio coverage of every game, with 106.7 The Fan serving as the flagship station.
Conclusion
Monumental Sports Network is set to deliver a comprehensive and engaging broadcast experience for Washington Capitals fans during the 2025-26 NHL season. With a mix of traditional broadcasts and innovative digital content, MNMT aims to enhance fan engagement and accessibility throughout the season.