What channel is the Tampa Bay Lightning game on tonight?
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Yes, the Lightning play today. Tampa Bay Lightning at the Colorado Avalanche, 9:00 PM ET.
📺 ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local)
Channels for the next Lightning game
Tampa Bay Lightning at Colorado Avalanche · Ball Arena, Denver, CO
- ESPN+ (ESPN app) National · Streaming
- The Spot - MTN Lightning local · Regional TV
The Spot - MTN: A regional sports network or local channel. Available on cable/satellite in the team's region; DIRECTV Stream and Fubo carry many regional networks (check your ZIP code).
How to stream the Lightning legally
- ESPN (ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited) ESPN's streaming plans; ESPN+ carries many NHL and college games.
- DIRECTV Stream Live TV streaming that carries most regional sports networks (check your ZIP code).
- Fubo Live TV streaming with broadcast networks, ESPN, NFL Network and many regional sports networks.
- NHL Center Ice Out-of-market NHL games through your TV provider (blackouts apply).
Channel lineups and regional networks vary by ZIP code. Check availability before you sign up. We never link to unlicensed streams.
In-market vs. out-of-market Lightning games
If you live in the Tampa Bay area: Most games air inside the team's home territory on its regional network or a local broadcast station (some teams have moved to free over-the-air partners or their own app). National games air on ESPN/ABC or TNT/truTV, streaming on ESPN+ / HBO Max.
Local Lightning broadcasters in recent listings: The Spot - MTN (Regional TV).
If you live elsewhere: In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.
Upcoming Lightning games and channels
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV / stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | at the Colorado Avalanche | 9:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local) |
| Sat, Oct 24 | at the Utah Mammoth | 9:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local) |
| Thu, Oct 29 | vs. the Winnipeg Jets | 7:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local) |
| Sat, Oct 31 | at the Nashville Predators | 2:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local) |
| Tue, Nov 3 | vs. the Detroit Red Wings | 7:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local) |
| Thu, Nov 5 | vs. the Chicago Blackhawks | 7:00 PM ET | ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local) |
Lightning TV FAQ
What channel is the Lightning game on tonight?
The Tampa Bay Lightning play at the Colorado Avalanche today at 9:00 PM ET. Channel: ESPN+ (ESPN app) (national); The Spot - MTN (local).
How can I watch the Lightning game without cable?
Legal streaming options for the next game: ESPN (ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited), DIRECTV Stream, Fubo, NHL Center Ice. Channel lineups vary by ZIP code, so check that the service carries the channel in your area.
What is the Lightning local TV channel?
Recent Lightning schedule listings show these local broadcasters: The Spot - MTN. Local broadcasts are only available in the team's home territory.
Can I watch the Lightning if I live out of market?
In the US, out-of-market games stream on ESPN+, which is why almost every game lists ESPN+. Local games are blacked out on ESPN+ inside the teams' home markets; NHL Center Ice is the cable/satellite option.