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Boston Bruins vs Tampa Bay Lightning: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Boston Bruins (13-4-1) visit the Tampa Bay Lightning (11-4-2) on Thursday, December 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL. TV: The Spot - MTN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Tampa Bay Lightning vs Boston Bruins.

NHLThursday, December 10, 2026

Boston Bruins13-4-1

7:00 PM ETDec 10, 2026

Tampa Bay Lightning11-4-2

DateDec 10, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueBenchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL

TVThe Spot - MTN

Team comparison

Boston BruinsTampa Bay Lightning

Goals per game

3.8

3.7

Goals allowed per game

2.3

3.1

13-4-1Record11-4-2

1st in Atlantic DivisionStanding3rd in Atlantic Division

5-4Road record / home record8-0

WWWWLLast 5LWWWL

W4StreakL1

Team stats

Boston BruinsTampa Bay Lightning

Goals Against Average

2.28

3.06

Shots Against per Game

28.3

24.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

77.0

72.9

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.72

3.71

Shots per Game

26.8

29.9

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

18.3

19.4

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

256

140

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Boston Bruins

James Hagens C · Back

Injured Reserve

Tampa Bay Lightning

Brayden Point C · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Boston BruinsWWWWL

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersW 4-1

Nov 5, 2026 · at Pittsburgh PenguinsW 6-2

Nov 2, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsW 3-2

Oct 31, 2026 · vs Chicago BlackhawksW 5-4

Oct 29, 2026 · at St. Louis BluesL 1-4

Tampa Bay LightningLWWWL

Nov 8, 2026 · at Winnipeg JetsL 3-4

Nov 7, 2026 · at Minnesota WildW 4-3

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Chicago BlackhawksW 4-1

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-2

Oct 31, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsL 4-5

Season series

Series starts 12/10

Apr 10, 2027BOS 0, TB 0

Apr 3, 2027TB 0, BOS 0

Jan 18, 2027TB 0, BOS 0

Dec 10, 2026BOS 0, TB 0

Team pages

Boston Bruins
Schedule, roster and stats

Tampa Bay Lightning
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Boston Bruins vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

The game is on Thursday, December 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL.

How can I watch Boston Bruins vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

TV: The Spot - MTN.

What are the records of the Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning?

Boston Bruins: 13-4-1. Tampa Bay Lightning: 11-4-2.

Who is injured for Boston Bruins vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

Listed out or doubtful: Boston Bruins: James Hagens. Tampa Bay Lightning: Brayden Point. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Boston Bruins vs Tampa Bay Lightning played?

Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL.

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