Episode

Lightning-Canadiens Game 1 Tonight; Victor Hedman Update, Dominic James Could Play

Podcast: Daily Strike - Tampa Bay Lightning
Published: Apr 19, 2026
Duration seconds: 299
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Summary

The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Montreal Canadiens for Game 1 of their first round Stanley Cup Playoff series tonight at Benchmark International Arena. The Lightning are 12-7 vs. Montreal all-time in the playoffs having won 3-of-4 series including the 2021 Stanley Cup Final. Head Coach Jon Cooper gave an update on Victor Hedman's status as he's missed 15 games for personal reasons. Dominic James is expected to return to the lineup after missing the last 24 games with a lower-body injury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.