The New York Rangers (33-39-9) face the Tampa Bay Lightning (50-25-6) on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on Regional Sports Network. Our model gives Tampa Bay Lightning a 85% chance to win.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | New York Rangers at Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Date | Wednesday, April 15, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM ET |
| Venue | Benchmark International Arena |
| National TV (US) | N/A |
| Local (TBL) | The Spot |
| Local (NYR) | MSG |
| Streaming | NHL.tv / ESPN+ |
Where to Watch NYR vs TBL
The New York Rangers visit the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET. The game will air on Regional Sports Network and can be streamed on NHL.tv / ESPN+.
Matchup Analysis
The New York Rangers enter the game with a 33-39-9 record (75 points), sitting MET 8 in the standings (WC10). Our model gives them a 15% chance of winning.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are 50-25-6 (106 points), positioned ATL 2. With home ice advantage, they have a 85% win probability.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
Tied 1-1W 7-3 @ TBL (Nov 12)L 1-4 vs TBL (Nov 29)
Recent Form
New York Rangers — Last 5 Games
2-3 · Streak: L3L 2-3 @ Florida PanthersApr 13
L 0-2 @ Dallas StarsApr 11
L 3-5 vs Buffalo SabresApr 08
W 8-1 vs Washington CapitalsApr 05
W 4-1 vs Detroit Red WingsApr 04
Tampa Bay Lightning — Last 5 Games
2-3 · Streak: W2W 4-3 vs Detroit Red WingsApr 13
W 2-1 @ Boston BruinsApr 11
L 1-2 @ Montreal CanadiensApr 09
L 2-6 @ Ottawa SenatorsApr 07
L 2-4 @ Buffalo SabresApr 06
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