The Tampa Bay Lightning are set to face off against their rivals, the Florida Panthers, in a highly anticipated matchup at the Benchmark International Arena. This game will mark the second encounter of the season between these two teams, following a Lightning victory on November 15.
Matchup Overview
The game is scheduled for Monday, December 15, at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action on local TV and radio stations, with streaming available through TampaBayLightning.com.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers
- Date: December 15, 2025
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- Venue: Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
- Previous Encounter: Lightning won 3-1 on November 15
In the last game, goals from Zemgus Girgensons, Jack Finley, and Emil Lilleberg propelled the Lightning to victory, with goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy making 22 saves. Historically, the Lightning have a record of 77 wins, 66 losses, and 10 ties against the Panthers. Their performance at home includes 42 wins, 28 losses, and 12 ties.
Player Highlights
Steven Stamkos holds the record for most career points against Florida with 81 points in 67 games. Victor Hedman and Nikita Kucherov are also notable contributors, with Kucherov having 48 points in just 39 games against the Panthers.
Goalie Matchup
- Andrei Vasilevskiy: 18-15-1 record, .912 save percentage against Florida
- Jonas Johansson: 1-0-0 record with a .932 save percentage as a Bolt against the Panthers
Upcoming Games
Following the game against the Panthers, the Lightning will continue their schedule with matches against:
- Los Angeles Kings on December 18
- Carolina Hurricanes on December 20
- St. Louis Blues on December 22
Fan Merchandise
Fans can now purchase the 2026 Stadium Series jersey and associated merchandise at Benchmark International Arena and online at TampaBaySports.com, while supplies last. Don’t miss your chance to grab exclusive gear as the Lightning gear up for this electrifying season.
