The Boston Bruins will face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday, Feb. 1. This outdoor game is part of the 2026 NHL Stadium Series, and the Puck drop is set for 6:30 p.m. ET at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
Boston enters the matchup with a 32-20-3 record, while Tampa Bay sits at 34-14-4. Both teams are near the top of the Atlantic Division. With playoff positioning at stake, this game carries weight beyond the spectacle.
Where to Watch Bruins vs. Lightning Tonight?
TV Schedule in the United States: This Stadium Series matchup will air nationally on ESPN. Local broadcast restrictions may still apply.
TV Schedule in Canada: Canadian fans will also have national coverage. The game will air on Sportsnet and TVAS.
Live Streaming Options: U.S. viewers can stream the game live through ESPN platforms. In Canada, streaming options include Sportsnet+ and TVAS+. These services provide full access on mobile devices and smart TVs. Additionally, DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, and FuboTV are other options that could help.
Bruins vs. Lightning Injury Report
Boston is dealing with several notable injuries. Elias Lindholm and Pavel Zacha are both sidelined with upper-body issues. Defenseman Jordan Harris remains on injured reserve with an ankle injury.
Tampa Bay has key absences as well, and Brayden Point remains on IR with a lower-body injury. Victor Hedman is expected to join the team, but he was dealing with an elbow issue. Emil Martinsen Lilleberg and Charles-Edward D’Astous are also unavailable.
Which Team Can Outplay the Other, Bruins or Lightning?
Both teams’ performance shows a clear picture. Tampa Bay holds a slight edge defensively and in goal. Andrei Vasilevskiy leads the league in goals-against average (2.04) and save percentage (.921). The Lightning also ranks first in goals allowed per game, with just 2.48. Forward Nikita Kucherov is leading the team with 82 points and has 27 goals this season.
Boston counters with strong offensive depth. David Pastrnak leads the Bruins in points with 69. Morgan Geekie has been a key scorer with 30 goals at center. The Bruins also rank high on the power play, with a 26.8% efficiency rate.
The Bruins’ starting goalie, Jeremy Swayman, has a 22-12-2 record, a .904 save percentage, and a 2.87 GAA. Meanwhile, Joonas Korpisalo (10-8-1) is handling the backup role.
This game may come down to execution and goaltending. Tampa Bay’s structure gives them an edge at home, but Boston’s scoring depth keeps them dangerous in any setting.
