Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning: TV Channel & Start Time (Sat, Dec 12)
On TV in Canada: TVA Sports (French) and Sportsnet+ Premium (out-of-market) · 3:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT · Benchmark International Arena, Tampa.
Where to Watch in Canada
Sportsnet+ Premium
Streaming — out-of-market
Game Details
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Puck drop across Canada
- NT
- 5:00 p.m.
- AT
- 4:30 p.m.
- ET
- CT
- 2:30 p.m.
- SK
- 2:30 p.m.
- MT
- 2:30 p.m.
- PT
- 1:30 p.m.
Benchmark International Arena
Tampa
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Common questions
What channel is Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning on in Canada?
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning airs on TVA Sports (French) and Sportsnet+ Premium (out-of-market) in Canada on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
What time does Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning start?
Puck drop is at 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa. Across Canada, that's 5:00 p.m. NT, 4:30 p.m. AT, 3:30 p.m. ET, 2:30 p.m. CT, 2:30 p.m. in Saskatchewan, 2:30 p.m. MT and 1:30 p.m. PT.
How can I stream Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning in Canada?
In Canada, Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning streams on Sportsnet+ Premium (out-of-market). TVA Sports streams on TVA Sports Direct.
Is Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning on TV in French?
Yes. In French, Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning is on TVA Sports on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Where is Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning being played?
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning is at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
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