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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Tampa Bay Lightning (11-4-2) visit the Seattle Kraken (9-6-1) on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at 9:40 PM ET, at Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA. TV: The Spot - MTN, KONG, Prime Video (Local). Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Seattle Kraken vs Tampa Bay Lightning.

NHLTuesday, January 5, 2027
9:40 PM ETJan 5, 2027
DateJan 5, 2027
Time9:40 PM ET
VenueClimate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA
TVThe Spot - MTN, KONG, Prime Video (Local)

Team comparison

Tampa Bay LightningSeattle Kraken
Goals per game
3.7
3.6
Goals allowed per game
3.1
3.6
11-4-2Record9-6-1
3rd in Atlantic DivisionStanding4th in Pacific Division
3-6Road record / home record5-3
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L1StreakL1

Team stats

Tampa Bay LightningSeattle Kraken
Goals Against Average
3.06
3.56
Shots Against per Game
24.7
30.2
Penalty Kill Percentage
72.9
65.1
Power Play Goals Against
13
15
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.71
3.44
Shots per Game
29.9
25.6
Power Play Goals
12
12
Power Play Percentage
19.4
22.6
Short Handed Goals
0
0
Penalty Minutes
140
158

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Tampa Bay Lightning
Brayden Point C · Undisclosed - Not Specified
Injured Reserve
Seattle Kraken
Nikke Kokko G · Not Injury Related
Injured Reserve
Curtis Douglas C · Upper Body
Injured Reserve
Jared McCann LW · Lower Body
Injured Reserve
Jacob Melanson RW · Chest
Injured Reserve
Ryan Lindgren D · Upper Body
Injured Reserve

Recent form

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
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York RangersL 3-4
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Calgary FlamesW 2-1
Oct 30, 2026 · at Calgary FlamesL 2-6
Oct 28, 2026 · vs Toronto Maple LeafsW 5-4
Oct 24, 2026 · vs Minnesota WildL 1-5

Season series

TB leads series 1-0
Jan 5, 2027TB 0, SEA 0
Oct 15, 2026SEA 3, TB 4

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken?

The game is on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at 9:40 PM ET at Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA.

How can I watch Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken?

TV: The Spot - MTN, KONG, Prime Video (Local).

What are the records of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Seattle Kraken?

Tampa Bay Lightning: 11-4-2. Seattle Kraken: 9-6-1.

Who is injured for Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken?

Listed out or doubtful: Tampa Bay Lightning: Brayden Point. Seattle Kraken: Nikke Kokko, Curtis Douglas, Jared McCann, Jacob Melanson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken played?

Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA.

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