NHL games today on TV (March 19, 2023): Which games will be televised today?

Tampa Bay Lightning v New Jersey Devils
Tampa Bay Lightning v New Jersey Devils

On Friday, March 19, the NHL has scheduled seven games, and the playoff race is heating up in both conferences. With the regular season entering its final stretch, teams are battling fiercely for crucial points in the standings.

NHL fans can expect some exciting matchups tonight as teams fight tooth and nail to secure a playoff spot. The intensity and pressure of each game will be at an all-time high, and players will be leaving everything on the ice to give their team the best chance of success.

Top NHL Teams Clash as Devils Take on Lightning in Thrilling Showdown

Tonight's main event in the NHL will see the New Jersey Devils take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Both teams have had impressive seasons so far, and this game promises to be a thrilling battle between two of the league's top teams.

The New Jersey Devils come into this game with a 44-18-7 record and are looking to bounce back from a 4-2 loss to the Florida Panthers in their last game. They will be looking to rely on their high-powered offense, which is averaging 3.49 goals per game this season, led by Jack Hughes, who has been outstanding with 37 goals and 44 assists.

The Devils will also rely on Vitek Vanecek, who has been outstanding this season with a 28-8-3 record, a 2.52 goals-against average, and a .908 save percentage. They will need him to be at his best against Tampa Bay's potent offense.

The Tampa Bay Lightning, on the other hand, are 42-22-6 this season and are coming off a 5-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in their last game. They have been one of the most dominant teams in the league, averaging 3.45 goals per game and boasting an impressive power play that is converting at a rate of 25.5%.

The Lightning is led by Nikita Kucherov, who has been a force on offense with 27 goals and 72 assists this season, and they will be looking for him to lead the charge against the Devils. In addition, they have one of the best goaltenders in the league, Andrei Vasilevskiy, who has been solid with a 31-17-4 record, a 2.67 goals-against average, and a .914 save percentage.

The game promises to be a close, hard-fought battle between two of the top teams in the league. Hockey fans won't want to miss this showdown between the New Jersey Devils and the Tampa Bay Lightning tonight.

The schedule for the other NHL games on Saturday, March 19

Hockey fans are in for a treat tonight, as there will be six other thrilling NHL games to watch. Here is a list of the games in bullets:

  • Boston Bruins at Buffalo Sabres at 1:00 PM ET on SN, TVAS, MSG-B, NESN
  • Washington Capitals at Minnesota Wild at 2:00 PM ET on BSN, BSWIX, NBCSWA
  • Columbus Blue Jackets at Vegas Golden Knights at 4:00 PM ET on SN, ATTSN-RM, BSOH
  • Winnipeg Jets at St. Louis Blues at 7:00 PM ET on BSMW, TSN3
  • Nashville Predators at New York Rangers at 7:00 PM ET on MSG, BSSO
  • Vancouver Canucks at Anaheim Ducks at 8:00 PM ET on BSW, SNP

As the playoff picture starts to take shape, every point matters and teams will be looking to capitalize on every opportunity to move up the standings. Fans can look forward to watching their favorite teams compete with everything they've got, knowing that each game is crucial in determining their postseason fate.

With so much at stake, the NHL action tonight promises to be thrilling and full of drama. From start to finish, fans will be on the edge of their seats as the best teams in the league battle it out for a chance at playoff glory.

With so many games on tap, there will be no shortage of exciting hockey action for fans to enjoy. Each of these NHL games will be critical for the teams involved as they continue to jockey for playoff positioning in their respective conferences. Hockey enthusiasts won't want to miss a minute of action tonight.

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