What Time Does Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Start?
Puck drop is listed for 7:00 PM EST at the arena on Saturday, December 19, 2026. That is 7:00 PM ET; the scoreboard also converts it to your time zone.
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Game Summary
DateDecember 19, 2026
Your time7:00 PM ET
TV / broadcastTBA
ArenaScotiabank Arena
At a glance
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Game Time, TV Channel & Venue
Get the direct answers first: when the game starts, where to watch, where it is played and whether it is scheduled, live or final.
What Channel Is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs On?
The current TV listing is TBA. TBA means a confirmed network is not yet included in the schedule data.
Where Is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Being Played?
Toronto Maple Leafs is the home team, and the listed arena is Scotiabank Arena.
Is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Live or Final?
The current status is Scheduled. A live or final score will appear here when available.
Schedules and broadcast assignments can change. Use this page for quick planning and confirm late changes through the official NHL schedule.
Schedule context
2026-27 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Matchup Overview
See where this game falls in the season for both clubs and in their head-to-head regular-season series.
Season Series: Meeting 1 of 4
The 2026-27 schedule lists 4 regular-season meetings between Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs. This is matchup number 1.
Tampa Bay Lightning: Game 35 of 84
Tampa Bay Lightning is the away team for this matchup. It is game 35 on their 2026-27 schedule.
Toronto Maple Leafs: Game 37 of 84
Toronto Maple Leafs is the home team at Scotiabank Arena. It is game 37 on their 2026-27 schedule.
Atlantic Division matchup
Both teams play in the NHL’s Atlantic Division.
Viewing guide
How to Watch Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Use the game-level listing first, then verify access with the network, streaming service or local television provider.
Current Broadcast Listing
TBA is currently attached to this game. Multiple networks can appear when national and regional coverage are both available.
Regional Access and Restrictions
Location, regional rights, provider packages and subscription levels can affect access even when a network is listed.
Confirm Before the Game
Schedules and channels can change. Check your provider or the official NHL viewing guide before puck drop.
Season series schedule
2026-27 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Season Series
These teams meet 4 times in the regular season. This page covers meeting 1; open another matchup for its date, start time, TV channel and venue.
Before and after this game
Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs Previous & Next Games
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Away team
Tampa Bay Lightning Schedule Around This Game
Home team
Toronto Maple Leafs Schedule Around This Game
Same-day slate
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Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs Team Schedules
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Quick answers
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs FAQ
When is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs?
The game is listed for December 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET. The scoreboard converts the start to your selected time zone.
What channel is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs on?
The current broadcast listing is TBA. Confirm local access and subscription requirements before puck drop.
Where is the game being played?
Scotiabank Arena is the currently listed arena.
Where can I see the live or final score?
The score appears in the main game summary when it is included in the schedule data. The current status is Scheduled.
Is Tampa Bay Lightning the home or away team?
Tampa Bay Lightning is the away team. Toronto Maple Leafs is the home team for this game at Scotiabank Arena.
How many times do Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs play in 2026-27?
The regular-season schedule lists 4 meetings. This game is meeting 1 of 4.
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