In somewhat surprising news, the NHL released not only the schedule for the exhibition games for the 24 teams competing in the postseason, but also the times of games for the qualifying and round robin games that constitute the first round of action.
For the exhibition game the Tampa Bay Lightning will face off against a familial foe:
Hockey. In July.
12 exhibition games are on the schedule later this month ahead of the #StanleyCup Qualifiers. https://t.co/64XfKl1jJy pic.twitter.com/ApuIKYP2M2— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) July 14, 2020Nothing says get ready for the playoffs like a noon game on a Wednesday.