How to watch Canadiens vs. Lightning: First Round Game 1 TV channel and streaming options for April 19

The Tampa Bay Lightning (50-26-6) host the Montreal Canadiens (48-24-10) at Benchmark International Arena on April 19, 2026, starting at 5:45 p.m. ET on TNT. The matchup is Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs First Round.How to watch Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Venue: Benchmark International Arena Time: 5:45 p.m. ET TV: TNT Watching in person? Get tickets on StubHub. Montreal vs. Tampa Bay odds Puck Line: Tampa Bay -1.5 (+125), Montreal +1.5 (-150) Favorite Moneyline: Tampa Bay -190 Underdog Moneyline: Montreal +155 Total: 6 Total Over Odds: -118 Total Under Odds: -102 Odds provided by BetMGM.Injury reportsLightningDominic James: Out (Leg), Pontus Holmberg: Out (Upper Body), Jonas Johansson: Day-To-Day (Undisclosed), Victor Hedman: Out (Personal)Advertisement