Florida Panthers vs Tampa Bay Lightning, March 23, 2027
Florida Panthers6-4-2, 14 pts- 6:00 PMCT
- 5:00 PMMT
- 4:00 PMPT
Tampa Bay Lightning7-3-1, 15 ptsThe Florida Panthers visit the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday, March 23, 2027. Puck drop is 7:00 PM ET on TNT, truTV. The Panthers arrive at 6-4-2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Mar 23 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
Panthers vs Lightning Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Lightning play at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa Bay.
| Matchup | Florida Panthers at Tampa Bay Lightning |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, March 23, 2027 |
| 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 | Florida Panthers |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Panthers vs Lightning Start?
The Panthers vs Lightning start time is 7:00 PM ET on Tuesday, March 23, 2027. 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, Florida |
| 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 Panthers vs Lightning
Florida Panthers 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 Florida markets.
Panthers vs Lightning in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Panthers and the Lightning meet 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 28 | Tampa Bay LightningTBLFlorida PanthersFLA | Scripps Sports | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Tampa Bay LightningTBLFlorida PanthersFLA | Scripps Sports | Scheduled | |
| Tue, Feb 16 | Florida PanthersFLATampa Bay LightningTBL | ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu | Scheduled | |
| Tue, Mar 23 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Panthers and Lightning
The Panthers are 6-4-2, 6th in the Atlantic Division with 14 points and a last-10 record of 5-4-1. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6-4-2 | 14 | 2-1-0 | 4-3-2 | 34 | 36 | W1 | 5-4-1 | WLLWW | |
| 11 | 7-3-1 | 15 | 5-0-0 | 2-3-1 | 38 | 34 | OT1 | 7-2-1 | OTLWWW |
Next Game for the Panthers and the Lightning
Florida Panthers
The Panthers next play vs New York Rangers on Thursday, March 25, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on MSG, Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Mar 25 |  New York RangersNYRFlorida PanthersFLA | MSG, Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lightning next play vs Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday, March 25, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Mar 25 |  Philadelphia FlyersPHITampa Bay LightningTBL | ESPN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Panthers vs Lightning
What time is Panthers vs Lightning on March 23?
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 Panthers 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 Panthers vs Lightning being played?
At Benchmark International Arena in Tampa Bay, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Florida Panthers are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Panthers or the Lightning?
The Lightning. They are 7-3-1 with 15 points, against 6-4-2 and 14 points for the Panthers.
How many times do the Panthers and Lightning play in 2026-27?
4 times. None has been played yet.
Does Panthers 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 Panthers 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 Panthers 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.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)