Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Islanders Betting Picks & Predictions
The Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Islanders face off in a game where both teams are heading in opposite directions to close out the season. The Lightning, with a record of
Game outlook
The Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Islanders face off in a game where both teams are heading in opposite directions to close out the season. The Lightning, with a record of 43-25-5 and three consecutive wins, hold the third-best record in the Atlantic Division. On the other hand, the Islanders sit at 32-31-10 and are on a five-game losing streak, leaving them on the outside of the playoff picture. Tampa Bay is the betting favorite at -170 with the line remaining unchanged. For more insights and predictions on this game, check out our Lightning vs Islanders prediction. If you're looking to make some money, explore our free NHL picks.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Lightning -170 | Islanders +147
Spread: Lightning -1.5 (+150) | Islanders +1.5 (-180)
Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 63%.
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Tampa Bay Lightning are currently having a successful season, with their offense performing exceptionally well by scoring an average of 3.59 goals per game and a total of 19 goals in their last three games. Notably, Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel have been leading the top line with 66 goals and 124 assists, while other key players like Brayden Point, Anthony Cirelli, and Jake Guentzel have contributed significantly to the team's offensive success. The defense has also been impressive, allowing only an average of 2.64 goals per game and conceding just four goals in the last three games. Standout performances from players like Ryan McDonagh, Erik Cernak, Victor Hedman, and JJ Moser have added depth to the defensive unit. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has been a key asset with a .921 save percentage and a 2.18 goals-against average. With a power ranking of 4, Tampa Bay is ranked 2nd in offense, 7th in defense, and boasts a season record of 7-3.