The Montreal Canadiens will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning in a matchup featuring two teams with contrasting records. The Canadiens enter the game with a record of 15 wins, 17 losses, and 3 overtime losses, placing them sixth in their division with 33 points. They are coming off a recent victory, looking to build momentum. In contrast, the Lightning boast a stronger record of 20 wins, 11 losses, and 2 overtime losses, currently sitting fourth in their division with 42 points. Tampa Bay is riding a two-game winning streak, showcasing their offensive prowess led by Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point. Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent performances as they meet at Amalie Arena.
Montreal Canadiens at Tampa Bay Lightning Game Information
Game Date: December 29, 2024
Game Time: 05:00 PM ET
TV Channel: TBD
Location: Amalie Arena, Tampa, FL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Tampa Bay Lightning Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 20-11-2
Conference Record: 8-5-2
Division Record: 1-4-0
Streak: 2 win
Montreal Canadiens Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 15-17-3
Conference Record: 11-12-1
Division Record: 7-3-0
Streak: 1 win
Stat Leaders
Tampa Bay Lightning (20-11-2, 42 PTS, #4 in division)
Goals Leader: Brayden Point, 23G, 19A, 42 PTS
Assists Leader: Nikita Kucherov, 16G, 37A, 53 PTS
Points Leader: Nikita Kucherov, 16G, 37A, 53 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Emil Lilleberg, 41 PIM
Goalie: Andrei Vasilevskiy, 16-10-1, 2.39 GAA, 0.0 SV%
Montreal Canadiens (15-17-3, 33 PTS, #6 in division)
Goals Leader: Cole Caufield, 18G, 15A, 33 PTS
Assists Leader: Lane Hutson, 2G, 24A, 26 PTS
Points Leader: Nick Suzuki, 11G, 24A, 35 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Arber Xhekaj, 48 PIM
Goalie: Sam Montembeault, 12-14-2, 2.94 GAA, 0.0 SV%
Tampa Bay Lightning Injury Report
Janis Moser – Lower-body (Out) – The Lightning said that Moser is expected to miss 8-10 weeks with a lower body injury.
Michael Eyssimont – Lower-body (Day To Day) – The Lightning Jon Cooper confirmed Eyssimont is Out for Saturday’s (Dec. 28) game against the Ragers.
Montreal Canadiens Injury Report
David Reinbacher – Knee (Out) – The Canadiens said that Reinbacher underwent surgery to his left knee on Tuesday (Oct. 1) and is out for 5-to-6 months.
Tampa Bay Lightning Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
October 12, 2024 vs Carolina Hurricanes
December 29, 2024 vs Montreal Canadiens
January 02, 2025 at San Jose Sharks
January 04, 2025 at Los Angeles Kings
January 05, 2025 at Anaheim Ducks
January 07, 2025 vs Carolina Hurricanes
January 09, 2025 vs Boston Bruins
January 11, 2025 at New Jersey Devils
January 12, 2025 at Pittsburgh Penguins
January 14, 2025 at Boston Bruins
Montreal Canadiens Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 29, 2024 at Tampa Bay Lightning
December 31, 2024 at Vegas Golden Knights
January 03, 2025 at Chicago Blackhawks
January 04, 2025 at Colorado Avalanche
January 06, 2025 vs Vancouver Canucks
January 10, 2025 at Washington Capitals
January 11, 2025 vs Dallas Stars
January 14, 2025 at Utah Hockey Club
January 16, 2025 at Dallas Stars
January 18, 2025 vs Toronto Maple Leafs
