Carolina Hurricanes vs Tampa Bay Lightning, Nov. 25, 2026
Carolina Hurricanes9-2-2, 20 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Tampa Bay Lightning7-3-1, 15 ptsThe Carolina Hurricanes visit the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on TNT, truTV. The Hurricanes arrive at 9-2-2 and the Lightning at 7-3-1. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 25 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
Hurricanes vs Lightning Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Lightning play at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa Bay.
| Matchup | Carolina Hurricanes at Tampa Bay Lightning |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | TNT, truTV |
| Venue | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa Bay |
| Home team | Tampa Bay Lightning (Tampa Bay, United States) |
| Away team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Hurricanes vs Lightning Start?
The Hurricanes vs Lightning start time is 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026. That is 6:00 PM Central, 5:00 PM Mountain and 4:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 7:00 PM | Tampa Bay, Carolina |
| Central (CT) | 6:00 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 5:00 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 4:00 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 8:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Hurricanes vs Lightning
Carolina Hurricanes at Tampa Bay Lightning is on TNT, truTV, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Tampa Bay and Carolina markets.
Hurricanes vs Lightning in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Hurricanes and the Lightning meet 3 times in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 25 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | ||
| Mon, Dec 28 | Tampa Bay LightningTBLCarolina HurricanesCAR | CARNHL, The Spot - MTN | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Feb 27 | Tampa Bay LightningTBLCarolina HurricanesCAR | CARNHL, The Spot - MTN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Hurricanes and Lightning
The Hurricanes are 9-2-2, 1st in the Metropolitan Division with 20 points and a last-10 record of 8-1-1. The Lightning are 7-3-1, 4th in the Atlantic with 15 points and 7-2-1 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 9-2-2 | 20 | 2-1-1 | 7-1-1 | 51 | 33 | W1 | 8-1-1 | WOTWLW | |
| 11 | 7-3-1 | 15 | 5-0-0 | 2-3-1 | 38 | 34 | OT1 | 7-2-1 | OTLWWW |
Next Game for the Hurricanes and the Lightning
Carolina Hurricanes
The Hurricanes next play vs Ottawa Senators on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on CARNHL.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 28 |  Ottawa SenatorsOTTCarolina HurricanesCAR | CARNHL | Scheduled |
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lightning next play vs Ottawa Senators on Friday, Nov. 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET on The Spot - MTN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 27 | Ottawa SenatorsOTTTampa Bay LightningTBL | The Spot - MTN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Hurricanes vs Lightning
What time is Hurricanes vs Lightning on Nov. 25?
7:00 PM ET (6:00 PM CT, 5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Hurricanes vs Lightning on?
The game is on TNT, truTV. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Hurricanes vs Lightning being played?
At Benchmark International Arena in Tampa Bay, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Carolina Hurricanes are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Hurricanes or the Lightning?
The Hurricanes. They are 9-2-2 with 20 points, against 7-3-1 and 15 points for the Lightning.
How many times do the Hurricanes and Lightning play in 2026-27?
3 times. None has been played yet.
Does Hurricanes vs Lightning count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
What time does Hurricanes vs Lightning end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 9:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Hurricanes vs Lightning on national TV?
Yes. TNT, truTV is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
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