Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Islanders Final Score, Oct. 10, 2026
Tampa Bay Lightning7-3-1, 15 pts
New York Islanders5-4-2, 12 ptsThe Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Islanders final score on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026: the Lightning beat the Islanders 5-3. The Lightning led 2-0 after the first, and after the third it was Lightning 5, Islanders 3.
Lightning vs Islanders Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
Lightning vs Islanders Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Islanders play at UBS Arena in New York.
| Matchup | Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Islanders |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:30 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | MSGSN |
| Venue | UBS Arena, New York |
| Home team | New York Islanders (New York, United States) |
| Away team | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Lightning 5, Islanders 3 |
Lightning vs Islanders in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Lightning and the Islanders meet 3 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Lightning lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 10 | 2-0, 1-3, 2-0 | MSGSN | Final | |
| Sat, Jan 30 | New York IslandersNYITampa Bay LightningTBL | MSGSN | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Mar 13 | New York IslandersNYITampa Bay LightningTBL | MSGSN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Lightning and Islanders
The Lightning are 7-3-1, 4th in the Atlantic Division with 15 points and a last-10 record of 7-2-1. The Islanders are 5-4-2, 5th in the Metropolitan with 12 points and 5-3-2 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 7-3-1 | 15 | 5-0-0 | 2-3-1 | 38 | 34 | OT1 | 7-2-1 | OTLWWW | |
| 11 | 5-4-2 | 12 | 4-1-1 | 1-3-1 | 32 | 29 | L1 | 5-3-2 | LOTWWOT |
Next Game for the Lightning and the Islanders
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lightning next play vs Winnipeg Jets on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on The Spot - MTN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 29 |  Winnipeg JetsWPGTampa Bay LightningTBL | The Spot - MTN | Scheduled |
New York Islanders
The Islanders next play at Nashville Predators on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET on MSG2, Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | New York IslandersNYI Nashville PredatorsNSH | MSG2, Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
FAQ About Lightning vs Islanders
Who won Lightning vs Islanders on Oct. 10, 2026?
The Lightning beat the Islanders 5-3. Final score: Tampa Bay Lightning 5, New York Islanders 3.
What was the Lightning vs Islanders score by period?
The Lightning led 2-0 after the first, and after the third it was Lightning 5, Islanders 3.
Did Lightning vs Islanders go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Lightning vs Islanders being played?
At UBS Arena in New York, home of the New York Islanders. The Tampa Bay Lightning are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Lightning or the Islanders?
The Lightning. They are 7-3-1 with 15 points, against 5-4-2 and 12 points for the Islanders.
How many times do the Lightning and Islanders play in 2026-27?
3 times. 1 game has been played and the Lightning lead the season series 1-0.
Does Lightning vs Islanders 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.
When do the Lightning and Islanders play again?
On Saturday, Jan. 30, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, New York Islanders at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa Bay.
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