How to watch the Tampa Bay Lightning
Most regular-season games air on Lightning local broadcast partner (DIRECTV Stream channel Varies).
- Most games
- Lightning local broadcast partner · DIRECTV Stream Varies
- National games
- National games air on ESPN, ABC and TNT.
- Tonight’s game
- Official Lightning schedule
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Restrictions apply. Prices checked September 28, 2026 and subject to change. Plus taxes and fees.
Which services have Lightning games
Lightning local broadcast partner is carried by DIRECTV Stream.
| DIRECTV Stream | Fubo | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV | Sling TV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightning local broadcast partner | Yes | check | check | check | check |
| TNT and TBS | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Nearby teams in Tampa Bay
Same area, mostly the same networks. Pick them all in one service.
Cheapest ways to watch
Through a full season you need: Lightning local broadcast partner, Local CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, ESPN / ESPN2, TNT / TBS / truTV.
DIRECTV Stream MySports + MyHome Team covers every one of those networks for $64.98 a month for 6 months, then $84.98, before taxes. DIRECTV Stream Choice adds a full entertainment lineup at $64.99 in month one, then $84.99 plus a regional sports fee of up to $19.99.
By itself: . Local games only.
Game night, sorted
Find the channel, turn it on and watch at home, or on your phone and tablet with the DIRECTV Stream app.
- Live TV, local channels and your apps in one place
- Unlimited streams at home on compatible devices
- Cancel anytime, no annual contract
Out of market and blackouts
Out-of-market games are on NHL Center Ice or ESPN+. Local networks are limited to the home territory, and some national games are exclusive to one network.
Lightning TV questions
Straight answers. Anything else, ask our team.
What channel are the Lightning on?
Most Lightning games are on Lightning local broadcast partner, channel Varies on DIRECTV Stream. National games air on ESPN, ABC and TNT.
How can I watch the Lightning without cable?
Stream Lightning local broadcast partner through DIRECTV Stream, or subscribe directly (). You still need a way to get ESPN, FOX, TNT and NBC for national games.
Can I watch the Lightning outside Tampa Bay?
Out-of-market games are on NHL Center Ice or ESPN+.
Watch the Lightning on DIRECTV Stream
Get DIRECTV Stream with $30 off to start. Five-day free trial, no annual contract.
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