A long-awaited rematch looms as the Avalanche welcome the Tampa Bay Lightning back to their home rink this Friday, marking the first of two regular-season showdowns between the rivals this season. The teams will square off in a high-stakes clash, with the second meeting scheduled for February in Tampa. Fans can expect an intense battle between two powerhouse franchises, each eager to assert dominance in their latest encounter.
The Avalanche returns home to face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday. This is the first of two regular-season meetings between the teams in 2026-27, as they’ll play in Tampa on February 13th.
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