Tampa Bay Lightning Playoffs 2027
The Tampa Bay Lightning are 7-2-0, 14 points, 2nd in the Atlantic. If the season ended today they would be the A2 seed and play the Ottawa Senators (A3) in the first round with home ice. Next: at the Colorado Avalanche, Fri, Oct 23 · 9:00 PM EDT on The Spot – MTN/Altitude Sports.
AvalancheFri, Oct 23 · 9:00 PM EDT · The Spot – MTN/Altitude Sports
Senators A3Then the Bruins/Panthers winnerSeason Trend
Atlantic Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bruins | 11 | 8-2-1 | 17 | +20 |
| 2 | Lightning | 9 | 7-2-0 | 14 | +8 |
| 3 | Senators | 11 | 7-4-0 | 14 | +1 |
| 4 |  Maple Leafs | 12 | 6-5-1 | 13 | +4 |
| 5 |  Panthers | 11 | 5-4-2 | 12 | -3 |
| 6 |  Canadiens | 9 | 4-3-2 | 10 | -4 |
| 7 |  Red Wings | 10 | 4-5-1 | 9 | -2 |
| 8 |  Sabres | 10 | 4-5-1 | 9 | -9 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10 | at  Islanders | W 5-3 |
| Oct 13 | at  Rangers | L 1-4 |
| Oct 15 | vs  Kraken | W 4-3 |
| Oct 17 | vs  Canucks | W 4-2 |
| Oct 20 | at  Golden Knights | W 6-2 |
| Oct 23 | at Avalanche | 9:00 PM |
| Oct 24 | at  Mammoth | 9:00 PM |
| Oct 29 | vs  Jets | 7:00 PM |
| Oct 31 | at  Predators | 2:00 PM |
| Nov 3 | vs Red Wings | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 5 | vs  Blackhawks | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 7 | at  Wild | 8:00 PM |
| Nov 8 | at Jets | 6:00 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 A2 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 Ottawa Senators (A3), with the Lightning at home in Games 1, 2, 5 and 7.
When is the next Lightning game?
Fri, Oct 23 · 9:00 PM EDT, at the Colorado Avalanche, on The Spot – MTN/Altitude Sports.
Where do the Lightning rank in the Atlantic?
2nd with 14 points; Boston Bruins lead with 17.
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.