Tampa Bay Lightning Playoffs 2027
The Tampa Bay Lightning are 12-5-1, 25 points, 3rd in the Atlantic. If the season ended today they would be the A3 seed and play the Montréal Canadiens (A2) in the first round. Next: home to the Detroit Red Wings, Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST on DSN/The Spot – MTN.
Red WingsSat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST · DSN/The Spot – MTN
Canadiens A2Then the Bruins/Senators winnerSeason Trend
Atlantic Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bruins | 18 | 13-4-1 | 27 | +27 |
| 2 | Canadiens | 18 | 11-3-4 | 26 | +7 |
| 3 | Lightning | 18 | 12-5-1 | 25 | +15 |
| 4 |  Senators | 19 | 11-6-2 | 24 | +3 |
| 5 |  Panthers | 19 | 10-7-2 | 22 | +4 |
| 6 |  Sabres | 18 | 8-8-2 | 18 | -12 |
| 7 |  Maple Leafs | 20 | 8-11-1 | 17 | -3 |
| 8 | Red Wings | 19 | 7-11-1 | 15 | -8 |
Top three qualify; then the two best remaining teams in the conference take the wild cards. Full East playoff picture →
Lightning Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result / time |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 5 | vs  Blackhawks | W 4-1 |
| Nov 7 | at  Wild | W 4-3 |
| Nov 8 | at  Jets | L 3-4 |
| Nov 11 | at Sabres | W 8-3 |
| Nov 12 | at  Blue Jackets | W 3-1 |
| Nov 14 | vs Red Wings | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 17 | vs  Capitals | 7:30 PM |
| Nov 19 | vs  Oilers | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 22 | vs Sabres | 5:00 PM |
| Nov 25 | vs  Hurricanes | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 27 | vs Senators | 3:00 PM |
| Nov 28 | at Panthers | 6:00 PM |
| Dec 2 | at Canadiens | 7:30 PM |
Times Eastern. Last five results and the next eight games.
This Tampa Bay Lightning playoffs page refreshes after every Lightning game: record, points, division place, wild-card position and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Tampa Bay Lightning playoffs FAQ
Are the Tampa Bay Lightning in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: they hold the A3 place. Nothing is clinched until no team below can catch them on points.
Who would the Tampa Bay Lightning play in the first round?
The Montréal Canadiens (A2), with home ice to the Canadiens.
When is the next Lightning game?
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST, home to the Detroit Red Wings, on DSN/The Spot – MTN.
How many points are the Lightning on pace for?
117 points over 84 games at their current rate (.694 points percentage). The second wild card usually needs roughly 90 to 98 points.
Where do the Lightning rank in the Atlantic?
3rd with 25 points; Boston Bruins lead with 27.
How do NHL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division qualify, plus two wild cards per conference: the next two teams by points, regardless of division.