How to watch Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning
NHL. Winnipeg Jets (4-4-3) at Tampa Bay Lightning (7-3-1). Thursday, October 29 at 7:00 PM ET at Benchmark International Arena. Watch on ESPN+ or The Spot - MTN.
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Thu, Oct 29 · ETESPN+The Spot - MTN
Where to watch
- ESPN+Streaming service. Needs a subscription.
Local channels
- The Spot - MTNLocal channel, only in the teams' home areas. TV channel. Available with cable, satellite or a live TV streaming service.
Preview
The Jets (4-4-3) visit the Lightning (7-3-1) at Benchmark International Arena, Thursday, October 29 at 7:00 PM ET.
The Jets have won 0 of their last 5. Their last game was a loss, 2-1 against Montreal Canadiens.
The Lightning have won 3 of their last 5. Their last game was a loss, 5-4 OT at Utah Mammoth.
They last met on Thu, Mar 5, 2026, when the Jets won 4-1.
Players to watch: Kyle Connor (Jets' goals leader, 9) and Brandon Hagel (Lightning's goals leader, 7).
On the injury report for the Jets: Vladislav Namestnikov (injured reserve), Nick Bjugstad (injured reserve), Josh Morrissey (injured reserve).
On the injury report for the Lightning: Yanni Gourde (injured reserve).
The game is on ESPN+.
Injury report
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Vladislav Namestnikov C | Injured Reserve | Undisclosed |
| Nick Bjugstad C | Injured Reserve | Pectoral |
| Josh Morrissey D | Injured Reserve | Wrist |
| Garrett Brown C | Injured Reserve | Lower Body |
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Victor Hedman D | Day-To-Day | Lower Body |
| Zemgus Girgensons C | Day-To-Day | Undisclosed |
| Yanni Gourde C | Injured Reserve | Hip |
Head-to-head
- Thu, Mar 5, 2026Tampa Bay Lightning 1atWinnipeg Jets 4
- Thu, Jan 29, 2026Winnipeg Jets 1atTampa Bay Lightning 4
- Thu, Nov 14, 2024Winnipeg Jets 1atTampa Bay Lightning 4
- Sun, Nov 3, 2024Tampa Bay Lightning 4atWinnipeg Jets 7
Recent formnewest first
Winnipeg Jets
- Sun, Oct 25 L 2-1 vs Montreal Canadiens
- Thu, Oct 22 L 3-2 OT at Dallas Stars
- Tue, Oct 20 L 2-1 at St. Louis Blues
- Sat, Oct 17 L 3-2 vs Carolina Hurricanes
- Thu, Oct 15 L 4-3 OT at Chicago Blackhawks
Tampa Bay Lightning
- Sat, Oct 24 L 5-4 OT at Utah Mammoth
- Fri, Oct 23 L 6-3 at Colorado Avalanche
- Tue, Oct 20 W 6-2 at Vegas Golden Knights
- Sat, Oct 17 W 4-2 vs Vancouver Canucks
- Thu, Oct 15 W 4-3 OT vs Seattle Kraken
Key players
Winnipeg Jets
| Goals | Kyle Connor 9 |
| Assists | Mark Scheifele 6 |
| Points | Kyle Connor 12 |
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Goals | Brandon Hagel 7 |
| Assists | Nikita Kucherov 10 |
| Points | Nikita Kucherov 14 |
Questions
Is there a free Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning live stream?
No. ESPN+ or The Spot - MTN needs a paid subscription. Only games on CBS, Fox, NBC and ABC are free, with a TV antenna. Sites promising free streams are unofficial and often unsafe.
What channel is Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning on?
Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning is on ESPN+ or The Spot - MTN.
What time does Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning start?
Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning starts Thursday, October 29 at 7:00 PM ET at Benchmark International Arena.
Does StreamEast stream Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning?
No. We don't stream games and we're not the old StreamEast site. We list the official channels and apps showing each game.
Who is injured for Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning?
Players listed as out or doubtful: Vladislav Namestnikov (Winnipeg Jets, injured reserve); Nick Bjugstad (Winnipeg Jets, injured reserve); Josh Morrissey (Winnipeg Jets, injured reserve); Garrett Brown (Winnipeg Jets, injured reserve); Yanni Gourde (Tampa Bay Lightning, injured reserve). Check the full injury report above for questionable players.
Who won the last Winnipeg Jets vs Tampa Bay Lightning game?
Winnipeg Jets won 4-1 on Thu, Mar 5, 2026.
