To build an accurate prediction for the Montreal Canadiens - Tampa Bay Lightning hockey match, scheduled for 26 April 2026 in the United States. NHL tournament, it is important to consider the teams' form and other key factors that could influence the outcome. Montreal Canadiens have played 50 matches this season, winning 17 of them in regulation, drawing 16 times and suffering 17 defeats. Tampa Bay Lightning have played 50 matches this season, in which they won 21 times in regulation, drew 13 times and lost 16 times. In the tournament, Montreal Canadiens score an average of 3.4 goals per game against their opponents and concede 2.8. Tampa Bay Lightning score 3.5 and concede 2.8. These sides last met 24 April 2026 at Montreal Canadiens's home arena, where the home side won that match.