Game 6 of the NHL Playoffs series between the Canadiens and Lightning will be broadcast on specific channels and available for live streaming. The series has been tightly contested, with several games going into overtime.
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The Canadiens and Lightning are incapable of playing blowout hockey. The first three games of the series were all overtime contests, with the fourth also being separated by just one goal.
The Lightning came in with more star power than the Canadiens, boasting the likes of Hart Trophy-winning RW Nikita Kucherov and star Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy. However, for Montreal, the key to winning the series has largely been the unsung heroes.
It was the third line for Montreal that has made the difference in the series thus far, outscoring the Lightning 7-1 in their time on the ice. The Lightning will need to improve the production out of their line if they hope to come back in this series.
The Canadiens will try to secure the series in Game 6 at home. It would mark their first appearance in the the second round since 2021.
Here's what you need to know about Friday's matchup between Canadiens and Lightning, including broadcast information and start time.
The start time for Game 6 of the Canadiens vs. Lightning is scheduled for a specific time that can be checked on the NHL's official schedule.
Canadiens vs. Lightning Game 6 will be available on various sports networks; check local listings for specific channels.
Fans can live stream Game 6 through authorized sports streaming services or the NHL's official streaming platforms.
The Canadiens' third line has significantly outperformed the Lightning, scoring 7 goals while allowing only 1 against in their time on the ice.
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Game 6 in the Canadiens vs. Lightning series will air on ESPN2. Fans can stream the game live on DIRECTV or fubo, which offer a free trial to new users, or via the ESPN app.
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Game 6 of the NHL Playoffs series between the Canadiens and Lightning is set to begin at 7:00 p.m. ET from the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
This is the fifth meeting between these two foes in playoff history, with the Lightning winning three of the four. This also includes the most recent series in 2021. The two split the season series at 2-2.
Montreal leads series 3-2
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 19 | Game 1: Canadiens 4, Lightning 3 (OT) | — | — |
| April 21 | Game 2: Lightning 3, Canadiens 2 (OT) | — | — |
| April 24 | Game 3: Canadiens 3, Lightning 2 (OT) | — | — |
| April 26 | Game 4: Lightning 3, Canadiens 2 | — | — |
| April 29 | Game 5: Canadiens 3, Lightning 2 | — | — |
| May 1 | Game 6 at Canadiens | 7 p.m. | ESPN2, DIRECTV, fubo, ESPN app |
| May 3 | Game 7* at Lightning | TBA | TBA, DIRECTV |
* If necessary
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Here are the key dates to know for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs and offseason.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| First round begins | April 18 |
| NHL Draft Lottery | May 5 |
| NHL Scouting Combine at Buffalo | May 31-June 6 |
| Stanley Cup Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 21 |
| NHL Draft at Los Angeles | June 26-27 |
| Free agency begins | July 1 |