New York Rangers at Tampa Bay Lightning – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (April 16, 2026)

The New York Rangers will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning in a matchup that highlights contrasting team performances this season. The Rangers enter the game with a record of 34 wins, 39 losses, and 9 overtime losses, currently sitting at the bottom of their division. They are coming off a recent victory, which marks a brief resurgence in their otherwise challenging season. In contrast, the Lightning boast a strong record of 50 wins, 26 losses, and 6 overtime losses, positioning them second in their division. Despite a recent loss, Tampa Bay remains a formidable opponent, led by Nikita Kucherov, who has tallied 130 points this season. Both teams will look to capitalize on their respective strengths as they meet at Benchmark International Arena.

New York Rangers at Tampa Bay Lightning Game Information

Game Date: April 15, 2026
Game Time: 07:00 PM ET
TV Channel: WXPX White Feed – Tampa Bay Lightning
Location: Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Tampa Bay Lightning Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 50-26-6
Conference Record: 27-20-3
Division Record: 16-9-1
Streak: 1 loss

New York Rangers Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 34-39-9
Conference Record: 23-23-4
Division Record: 10-13-3
Streak: 1 win

Stat Leaders

Tampa Bay Lightning (50-26-6, #2 in division)

Goals Leader: Nikita Kucherov, 44G, 86A, 130 PTS
Assists Leader: Nikita Kucherov, 44G, 86A, 130 PTS
Points Leader: Nikita Kucherov, 44G, 86A, 130 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Charle-Edouard D’Astous, 112 PIM
Goalie: Andrei Vasilevskiy, 39-15-4, 2.31 GAA, 0.0 SV%

New York Rangers (34-39-9, #8 in division)

Goals Leader: Mika Zibanejad, 34G, 44A, 78 PTS
Assists Leader: Adam Fox, 9G, 44A, 53 PTS
Points Leader: Mika Zibanejad, 34G, 44A, 78 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Will Cuylle, 65 PIM
Goalie: Dylan Garand, 2-0-1, 1.62 GAA, 0.0 SV%

Tampa Bay Lightning Injury Report

Dominic James – Leg (Out) – The Tampa Bay Lightning said on Thursday (Mar. 5) that James will be sidelined for 8-10 weeks after undergoing surgery, per Benjamin Pierce of the team’s official site.
Victor Hedman – Personal (Out) – The Tampa Bay Lightning placed D Victor Hedman on long-term injured reserve.
Pontus Holmberg – Upper-Body (Out) – The Lightning said on Monday (Apr. 6) that Holmberg might be set for extended absence, per Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times.
Jonas Johansson – Undisclosed (Day To Day) – Johansson did not play on Wednesday (Apr. 15) versus the Rangers.

New York Rangers Injury Report

Matt Rempe – Thumb (Out For Season) – The Rangers said on Monday (Mar. 23) that Rempe probably won’t be ready to return before the end of the 2025-26 regular season, according to Vince Z. Mercogliano of The Athletic.

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