The Tampa Bay Lightning will try to be nasty hosts on Sunday when the Nashville Predators pay a visit to Amalie Arena.
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 3.1-2.8 victory for the Lightning. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Nashville Predators vs Tampa Bay Lightning Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Tampa Bay Lightning bring a 52-22-4 record to the battle against the 50-17-11 Predators. OVER/UNDER bettors have seen Tampa Bay go 48-28-2 so far and the Predators go 39-38-1. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Tampa Bay vs Nashville injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 7-ranked Tampa Bay Lightning and the No. 9-rated Nashville Predators in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Tampa Bay's No. 1-ranked offense, averaging 3.62 goals per game, against a Predators defense that ranks No. 3 at 2.6 goals allowed. The Lightning power play is averaging 25.19% while the Predators defense kills off 81.94% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Predators were a 7-4 loser in their most recent outing at home against the Sabres. That made winners of bettors who got Buffalo at +264 on the moneyline, while the total score (11) was good news for OVER bettors.
Tampa Bay won its last outing, a 7-3 result against the Rangers on March 30. Bettors who backed the Lightning at -158 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (10) sent OVER bettors to the payout window.
Next Betting Matchups
Nashville at Florida, Tuesday, April 3rd
Tampa Bay home to Boston, Tuesday, April 3rd