Games / NHL / Dec 20, 2026

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Tampa Bay Lightning (11-4-2) visit the Detroit Red Wings (7-8-3) on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. TV: The Spot - MTN, DSN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Red Wings vs Tampa Bay Lightning.

NHLSunday, December 20, 2026

Tampa Bay Lightning11-4-2

5:00 PM ETDec 20, 2026

Detroit Red Wings7-8-3

DateDec 20, 2026

Time5:00 PM ET

VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TVThe Spot - MTN, DSN

Team comparison

Tampa Bay LightningDetroit Red Wings

Goals per game

3.7

2.7

Goals allowed per game

3.1

11-4-2Record7-8-3

3rd in Atlantic DivisionStanding8th in Atlantic Division

3-6Road record / home record4-6

LWWWLLast 5LLLWL

L1StreakL3

Team stats

Tampa Bay LightningDetroit Red Wings

Goals Against Average

3.06

3.00

Shots Against per Game

24.7

25.4

Penalty Kill Percentage

72.9

69.0

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.71

2.61

Shots per Game

29.9

28.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

19.4

21.7

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

140

161

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Tampa Bay Lightning

Brayden Point C · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Detroit Red Wings

Albert Johansson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Dylan Larkin C · Suspension

Injured Reserve

Simon Edvinsson D · Contract Dispute

Injured Reserve

Recent form

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

Detroit Red WingsLLLWL

Nov 7, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 0-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-2

Nov 3, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 2-4

Nov 2, 2026 · at Florida PanthersW 5-3

Oct 31, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesL 4-5

Season series

TB leads series 1-0

Jan 23, 2027TB 0, DET 0

Dec 20, 2026TB 0, DET 0

Nov 14, 2026DET 0, TB 0

Nov 3, 2026DET 2, TB 4

Team pages

Tampa Bay Lightning
Schedule, roster and stats

Detroit Red Wings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings?

The game is on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

How can I watch Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings?

TV: The Spot - MTN, DSN.

What are the records of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Detroit Red Wings?

Tampa Bay Lightning: 11-4-2. Detroit Red Wings: 7-8-3.

Who is injured for Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings?

Listed out or doubtful: Tampa Bay Lightning: Brayden Point. Detroit Red Wings: Albert Johansson, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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