| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NYI | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| TB | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -170 |
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Tampa Bay Lightning Look to Shine Against New York Islanders in Crucial Eastern Conference Matchup
The New York Islanders and Tampa Bay Lightning are set to face off in a matchup of two teams looking to secure a wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. The Islanders, with a hot streak of six wins in a row, are only a few points away from the playoffs with a 23-20-7 record. The Lightning, at 27-20-3, are currently holding onto a wild card spot. Tampa Bay is the favorite to win the game, opening at -164, with the line remaining steady. For more insights on this matchup and expert NHL picks, be sure to check out our Islanders vs Lightning prediction.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Islanders +143 | Lightning -164
- Spread: Islanders +1.5 (-180) | Lightning -1.5 (+160)
- Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 62%.
New York vs Tampa Bay Stats
New York Islanders
Despite the New York Islanders' struggling offense, with only 2.72 goals scored per game and a top-heavy offensive lineup led by Bo Horvat and Anders Lee, the team has seen success on the defensive end. The defense has been impressive, allowing only 2.84 goals per game and showing strength in depth with players like Scott Mayfield and Alexander Romanov contributing significantly. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin has also been a standout performer with strong statistics. As a result, the team has a power ranking of 28, ranking 25th in offense, 13th in defense, and currently holds a record of 23-20-7 for the season.
Tampa Bay Lightning Analysis
The Tampa Bay Lightning are currently having a successful season, with their offense performing exceptionally well by scoring an average of 3.48 goals per game. Key players such as Nikita Kucherov, Brandon Hagel, Brayden Point, Jake Guentzel, Anthony Cirelli, and Victor Hedman have been leading the team in goals and assists. The defense has also been solid, allowing only 2.78 goals per game with standout performances from Victor Hedman, Ryan McDonagh, Erik Cernak, and Darren Raddysh. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has been outstanding with a .918 save percentage and a goals-against average of 2.28. The team currently holds a power ranking of 4, ranking second in offense and tenth in defense. Despite a recent 2-1-0 record against the New York team, the Lightning maintain an overall record of 27-20-3.
Tampa Bay Lightning Poised to Outshine New York Islanders in Home Game
The New York Islanders are currently on a six-game winning streak, however, it is anticipated that the Tampa Bay Lightning will assert their dominance in this upcoming game on home ice. With an average of 3.48 goals per game, the Lightning are expected to showcase their offensive prowess with key players such as Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel leading the charge in the offensive zone. On the defensive end, the Lightning's average of allowing only 2.78 goals per game will be instrumental in containing the Islanders' offense, with Victor Hedman and Ryan McDonagh playing pivotal roles in disrupting their opponents' plays. Ultimately, a strong performance from the Lightning, combined with the home advantage, should see them emerge victorious in this matchup. Therefore, it is recommended to consider taking the Lightning money line as they are favored to win at home.
