The Bruins and Lightning will collide on Sunday in the latest edition of the NHL’s Stadium Series.
The matchup between Boston and Tampa Bay will be held at Raymond James Stadium, the home venue of the NFL’s Buccaneers, but players won’t have to worry about battling the heat in Florida. Temperatures are expected to drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, providing a true outdoor experience for the fans in attendance.
MORE: Zdeno Chara’s Bruins career in 10 defining moments
“We were talking about it yesterday: How cool it’ll be if snow is in Tampa and outdoor game?” Lightning forward Nick Paul said. “You tell anyone that, they wouldn’t believe you. So yeah, bundle up if you’re a fan and have some fun.”
Here is everything you need to know about Bruins vs. Lightning, including TV and streaming options for Sunday’s game.
Story continues below advertisement
How To Watch Bruins vs. Lightning Tonight: TV Channel, Live Stream
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: ESPN app
Bruins vs. Lightning will air nationally on ESPN. The game will also be available to stream on the ESPN app.
Now you can watch ESPN without cable. Stream live NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, plus “SportsCenter,” “First Take” and all your favorite ESPN shows — anytime, anywhere — only in the new ESPN app.
For those looking to follow the game on the radio, the local broadcast will air on 98.5 The Sports Hub.
Story continues below advertisement
What Time Does the Bruins vs. Lightning Game Start?
- Date: Sunday, Feb. 1
- Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Bruins vs. Lightning is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb. 1. The game will be played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.
Boston Bruins Schedule 2025-26
Here is the upcoming schedule for the Bruins:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
| Feb. 1 | vs. Lightning | 6:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 4 | at Panthers | 7 p.m. |
| Feb. 26 | vs. Blue Jackets | 7 p.m. |
| Feb. 28 | at Flyers | 3 p.m. |
| March 3 | vs. Penguins | 7 p.m. |
Tampa Bay Lightning Schedule 2025-26
Here is the upcoming schedule for the Lightning:
Story continues below advertisement
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
| Feb. 1 | vs. Bruins | 6:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 3 | vs. Sabres | 7:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 5 | vs. Panthers | 7:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 25 | vs. Maple Leafs | 7:30 p.m. |
| Feb. 26 | at Hurricanes | 7 p.m. |
NHL standings 2025-26
(Current as of Feb. 1)
Atlantic Division
| Seed | Team | Record (W-L-OTL) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lightning | 34-14-4 | 72 |
| 2. | Red Wings | 32-18-6 | 70 |
| 3. | Canadiens | 31-17-7 | 69 |
| 4. | Sabres | 31-18-5 | 67 |
| 5. | Bruins | 32-20-3 | 67 |
| 6. | Panthers | 28-23-3 | 59 |
| 7. | Senators | 26-21-7 | 59 |
| 8. | Maple Leafs | 25-21-9 | 59 |
