There has been some speculation that Mike Babcock’s job could be in jeopardy if they lose to the Bruins, but it seems unlikely with four years left on his contract.
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2025-26 Critical Dates
Feb. 1: NHL Stadium Series at Raymond James Stadium (Lightning vs. Bruins) Feb. 4-22: Trade Freeze Feb. 6-16: Teams can’t practice Feb. 6-24: Olympic break Feb. 11-22: Olympic Games in Milan Feb. 25: NHL resumes Mar. 6: NHL Trade Deadline (3 p.m. ET) Apr. 16: Regular Season Ends Apr. 18: Stanley Cup Playoffs begin TBA: 2026 NHL Draft Lottery June 21: Last possible day for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs June 26-27: 2026 NHL Draft July 1: Free agency begins (12 p.m. ET)
