The Tampa Bay Lightning (21-15-2) welcome the Boston Bruins (20-18-5) to Amalie Arena for a crucial Atlantic Division matchup that could have significant playoff implications.
The Lightning enter the contest riding high with their potent offense averaging 3.68 goals per game, led by the dynamic trio of Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point, and Brandon Hagel who have combined for an impressive 108 goals this season.
The Bruins, meanwhile, find themselves in the midst of a concerning five-game losing streak, with their offense managing just 10 goals during this difficult stretch.
Tampa Bay's stellar goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has been a difference-maker with a .914 save percentage and 2.36 goals-against average, while Boston's Jeremy Swayman has struggled to find consistency, posting an .893 save percentage.
The contrast between Tampa Bay's high-powered offense and Boston's recent scoring woes sets the stage for what could be a defining moment in both teams' seasons.
As these longtime division rivals prepare to face off, both teams recognize the importance of securing crucial points in an increasingly competitive Atlantic Division race.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins: who will win?
For tonight's Tampa Bay Lightning vs Boston Bruins matchup, our predictive model gives the Lightning a 68% chance of defeating the Bruins.
Tampa Bay Lightning: 68% win probability
- Superior offensive efficiency (140 goals scored in 38 games, 3.68 goals per game)
- Better defensive record (107 goals against in 38 games, 2.82 GAA)
- Higher points percentage (44 points in 38 games, 1.16 points per game)
Boston Bruins: 32% win probability
- Poor recent form (Current 5-game losing streak - LLLLL)
- Defensive struggles (135 goals against in 43 games, 3.14 GAA)
- Lower scoring efficiency (111 goals in 43 games, 2.58 goals per game)
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins odds
| Tampa Bay Lightning | Boston Bruins | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -160 (via bet365 US) | +140 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Tampa Bay Lightning have won 21 out of 38 matches this season.
- 2The Boston Bruins have won 20 out of 43 matches this season.
- 3With 44 points, the Tampa Bay Lightning holds the 7th position in the league standings.
- 4Boston Bruins's 45 points place them 6th in the rankings.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins form
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins head to head
Tampa Bay Lightning
67%
Boston Bruins
33%
Mar 27, 2024
Tampa Bay Lightning
3 : 1
Boston Bruins
Feb 14, 2024
Boston Bruins
2 : 3
Tampa Bay Lightning
Jan 7, 2024
Boston Bruins
7 : 3
Tampa Bay Lightning
Nov 21, 2023
Tampa Bay Lightning
5 : 4
Boston Bruins
Mar 25, 2023
Boston Bruins
2 : 1
Tampa Bay Lightning
Jan 27, 2023
Tampa Bay Lightning
3 : 2
Boston Bruins
