The NHL hockey betting odds menu sees a clash between Tampa Bay and Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday, with the host Lightning trying to win for themselves and reward betting fans who back them on the moneyline.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Betting fans looking to side with the Tampa Bay Lightning in this one found them earlier as -110 favorites on the NHL money line at Sportsbook. Betting the over under total instead? It was hovering near 5 at its open earlier today at Sportsbook and may have moved.
Prediction-scoring formulas run on this game pick a potential 3.4-2 result in favor of the Kings. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Los Angeles Kings vs Tampa Bay Lightning Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Los Angeles Kings will look to vanquish their hosts on Tuesday, as they are 27-22-4 this season, while the Lightning are 23-24-6. Los Angeles is 15-26-12 against the total, while Tampa Bay is 26-22-5 versus the number. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Tampa Bay vs Los Angeles injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 21-ranked Tampa Bay Lightning and the No. 11-rated Los Angeles Kings in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Tampa Bay's No. 16-ranked offense, averaging 2.72 goals per game, against a Kings defense that ranks No. 4 at 2.42 goals allowed. The Lightning power play is averaging 21.43% while the Kings defense kills off 84.02% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
In their last action, Los Angeles was a 5-0 loser on the road against the Capitals. Bettors on Washington at -157 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (5) sent PUSH bettors home happy as well.
The Lightning were a 3-2 Sportsbook in their most recent outing at home against the Ducks. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Tampa Bay at -154 on the moneyline, while the total score (5) was good news for OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Los Angeles at Florida, Thursday, February 9th
Tampa Bay at Minnesota, Friday, February 10th