The Tampa Bay Lightning are set to take on the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of their first-round 2024 NHL Playoffs series tonight. With a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series, Florida now has the opportunity to close out the Lightning on their home ice.
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Here’s all you need to know about how to watch the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers NHL playoff game, including the full schedule and best livestream options.
How to Watch the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers NHL Playoffs Without Cable
How to Watch the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers NHL Playoffs Without Cable
Game 5 of the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers NHL Playoffs series will be broadcast on ESPN. If you don’t have cable, you can catch the game on Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, or FuboTV – details below.
Watch the Lightning vs. Panthers Game on Sling TV
Watch the Lightning vs. Panthers Game on Sling TV
Sling TV is the most affordable option for streaming the NHL playoffs without cable. Currently, there is a Sling TV deal that gives you $25 off your first month – reducing the Orange package with ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, and TNT to just $15, and the comprehensive Orange + Blue package that also includes ABC to $35.
Sling TV offers 50 hours of free cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for recording hockey games when you’re not able to watch them live.
Watch the Lightning vs. Panthers Game for free on FuboTV
Watch the Lightning vs. Panthers Game for free on FuboTV
With FuboTV’s sports-focused live TV streaming service, you’ll have access to ESPN and over 200 other channels. A Fubo subscription is priced at $79.99 per month, but the service is currently offering a seven-day free trial for new users. Take advantage of the free trial to stream today’s Lightning vs. Panthers NHL playoff game at no cost.
Watch the Lightning vs. Panthers Game for free on Hulu + Live TV
Watch the Lightning vs. Panthers Game for free on Hulu + Live TV
With Hulu’s live TV streaming service, you’ll get access to ESPN, TNT, TBS, and ABC, along with over 90 other channels. Stream the NHL playoffs or watch on-demand content whenever and wherever you want. Currently, you can get Hulu + Live TV, Disney+, and ESPN+ with ads, for $76.99 per month following a 3-day free trial.
What time is the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers Playoff Game 5?
What time is the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers Playoff Game 5?
Game 5 of the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers NHL Playoffs series will take place on Monday, April 29, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT).
Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning 2024 NHL Playoffs Schedule
Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning 2024 NHL Playoffs Schedule
Below, you can find the schedule for the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning. The complete NHL schedule can be found here.
Game 1: Sunday, April 21 at 12:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Game 2: Tuesday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
Game 3: Thursday, April 25 at 7 p.m. ET (TBS)
Game 4: Saturday, April 27 at 5 p.m. ET (TBS)
Game 5: Monday, April 29 at 7 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Game 6: Wednesday, May 1 at TBD*
Game 7: Saturday, May 4 at TBD*
* = If necessary
When is the 2024 Stanley Cup Final?
When is the 2024 Stanley Cup Final?
The National Hockey League has tentatively scheduled the start of the Stanley Cup Final for Wednesday, June 3, 2024, but this date is subject to change based on the duration of the Eastern and Western Conference finals. The Stanley Cup Final is anticipated to conclude no later than Monday, June 17.
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