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Washington Capitals at Tampa Bay Lightning
What channel the game is on, when it starts in your time zone and every way to watch it — each fact with its source.
Next meeting
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · in 35 daysNationally
ESPN+ (streaming)Disney+ (streaming)Hulu (streaming)
Exclusive: local channels don't carry this game.
Verified Oct 5, 8:15 AM ET · ESPN Public Relations release on NHL.com, "ESPN announces national television schedule for 2026-27 season", Aug 26, 2026
Capitals vs Lightning: quick answers
What time is the Capitals vs Lightning game?
- Washington Capitals at Tampa Bay Lightning starts on Tue, Nov 17 at 7:30 PM ET · 6:30 PM CT · 5:30 PM MT · 4:30 PM PT.
What channel is Capitals vs Lightning on?
- The game is on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu nationally; local channels do not carry this game.
How can I stream Capitals vs Lightning?
- ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu stream the national telecast.
Is Capitals vs Lightning on national TV?
- Yes.It is on ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu across the country, and only there.
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3:00 PM ET · 12:00 PM PT · at Washington
Local: Monumental Sports Network, Monumental+ and The Spot – Tampa Bay 66