Tampa Bay Lightning vs New Jersey Devils Betting Picks & Predictions
The Tampa Bay Lightning will face off against the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The Lightning, coming off their first loss of the season, will be
Game outlook
The Tampa Bay Lightning will face off against the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The Lightning, coming off their first loss of the season, will be aiming to continue their winning streak against the Devils, having won their previous three matchups. The game is scheduled for Tuesday evening at 6:45 PM Eastern Time. New Jersey is the betting favorite, with the current line at -152.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Lightning +134 | Devils -152
Spread: Lightning +1.5 (-180) | Devils -1.5 (+158)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Jersey will win straight-up is 60%.
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Ottawa Senators defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-4 over the weekend, handing Tampa Bay their first loss of the 2024 season. Despite right winger Nikita Kucherov scoring his league-leading seventh goal, Ottawa's goalie made a crucial save in the final minute to secure the win. Tampa Bay's offense has been strong this season, scoring four goals in each of their first four games. Last season, the Lightning were ranked fifth in the NHL for average goals scored per game but struggled in goals against and save percentage. Tampa Bay currently has a power ranking of 7, is ranked 4th in offense, 8th in defense, and has a 3-2 record for the season. Key injury update: Center Jack Finley remains out with an injury and is not expected to return until December.