The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Montreal Canadiens in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET. Each of the first four games in this series were decided by one goal.

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Here’s what you need to know:

What: NHL Playoffs, First Round, Game 5

Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

When: Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Time: 7 p.m. ET

Where: Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, Florida

TV: ESPN2