To build an accurate prediction for the Tampa Bay Lightning - Montreal Canadiens hockey match, scheduled for 31 March 2026 in the United States. NHL tournament, it is important to consider the teams' form and other key factors that could influence the outcome. Tampa Bay Lightning have played 50 matches this season, winning 19 of them in regulation, drawing 10 times and suffering 21 defeats. Montreal Canadiens have played 50 matches this season, in which they won 19 times in regulation, drew 14 times and lost 17 times. In the tournament, Tampa Bay Lightning score an average of 3.7 goals per game against their opponents and concede 2.8. Montreal Canadiens score 3.4 and concede 2.9. These sides last met 28 December 2025 at Tampa Bay Lightning's home arena, where the home side won that match.