NHL Betting Preview: Predators vs Lightning
The Nashville Predators meet the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena, with face-off scheduled for 17:00 on Sunday, March 29.
Why Lightning Can Claim the Win
For a value wager, head to the 3-Way Moneyline where you can bet on the Lightning to beat the Predators in regulation time. Our prediction is currently available at an attractive -127.
8 Triumphs for Lightning in Previous 10 H2H Clashes
Nashville Predators have been defeated in back-to-back games. They were recently beaten at home to Montreal Canadiens by a 4-1 scoreline at Bridgestone Arena. Predators racked up 24 shots and Zachary L’Heureux bagged the only goal.
Tampa Bay Lightning last game saw them claim a 4-2 home win over Ottawa Senators at Benchmark International Arena. There were four different goalscorers including Jake Guentzel. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy had a great game and ended up with 26 saves (1.000).
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Lightning won the last encounter between the pair. Enjoying a 5-2 triumph when facing the Predators at Bridgestone Arena. It’s been three victories on the bounce for the Lightning when playing the Predators. On the head-to-head front, they have won 8 of the past 10.
Starting Goalies
Justus Annunen (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
9-11-2
2.9
.897
0
23/24
8-4-1
2.25
.928
2
Jonas Johansson (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
11-9-2
3.2
.886
0
23/24
12-7-5
3.37
.890
2
Nashville Predators – Last 10 Games
6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.0 goals from 23.7 shots on goal, with a 16.7% powerplay efficiency. The Predators have been giving up 2.6 goals from 32.8 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 86.8%.
Filip Forsberg is the top points scorer with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, with Jonathan Marchessault recording 9 points which were all assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 2.75 goal against average with a .916 save percentage.
Tampa Bay Lightning – Last 10 Games
The Lightning have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 4.1 goals from 27.1 shots on goal, with a 17.5% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.9 goals from 25.9 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 89.5%.
The top points scorer is Nikita Kucherov with 18 points, 6 goals and 12 assists, while Brandon Hagel is next in line after having 13 points, 4 goals and 9 assists. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy have a 2.22 GAA with a .911 SV%, including one shutout.
Nashville Predators vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction & Picks
Dive into our full Nashville Predators vs Tampa Bay Lightning betting preview, featuring an expert match prediction, a projected scoreline, top player prop bets and a bet builder designed for value.
Game Prediction
We’re keeping our pick nice and simple by heading to the 60-minute line. Take the -127 that Tampa Bay Lightning are able to secure a victory in this NHL encounter.
The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of the latest injuries, while recent form also shapes our hockey picks. We combine this insight with up-to-date NHL stats for sharper predictions.
Key Predators vs Lightning stats:
Lightning have won 14 of their last 20 games at home.Lightning have won 6 of their last 10 games.Predators have lost 6 of their last 10 games on the road.Predators have lost 12 of their last 20 games on the road.Predators have lost their last 2 games.Lightning have won the last 3 games between these teams.Lightning 3-Way Moneyline Probability
According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 55.9% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. This hockey wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Our Game Prediction
Lightning 3-Way Moneyline @ -127
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Player Prop Picks
Luke Evangelista (Predators) has recorded Over 1.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Shots on Goal and you can get -154 that he goes over the line.
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Nashville Predators vs Tampa Bay Lightning Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Lightning Heavy Favorites in Eyes of the Books
According to the Moneyline betting odds, Tampa Bay Lightning are red-hot -200 favorites with the sportsbooks and that means a 67% chance of winning this game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Nashville Predators are trading at +164.
1.5 is the puck line and 6.5 is the total goals line. The beauty of Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 6.5 at -118.
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Jake Guentzel Favorite to Be First Goalscorer
There is +130 available that Jake Guentzel finds the net at any stage. He is available at +1000 to register the first goal which makes him favorite.
Player Goals
Jake Guentzel (Lightning)
Brandon Hagel (Lightning)
Brayden Point (Lightning)
Filip Forsberg (Predators)
Player Assists
Darren Raddysh (Lightning)
Jake Guentzel (Lightning)
Brandon Hagel (Lightning)
Brayden Point (Lightning)
Player Shots
Brandon Hagel (Lightning)
Filip Forsberg (Predators)
Darren Raddysh (Lightning)
Jake Guentzel (Lightning)
Micro Betting
There are always opportunities to enjoy NHL micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find team and player props in-game and bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as the Next Goal or Next Goalscorer.
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Nashville Predators Stats
Tampa Bay Lightning Stats
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.10 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 23.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.8
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 10.6
Blocks: 12
Faceoff Wins : 25.3
Hits: 18.6
Giveaways: 14.6
Takeaways: 5.2
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 27.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.8
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 9.3
Blocks: 13
Faceoff Wins : 27.6
Hits: 19.3
Giveaways: 14
Takeaways: 5.9
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 27.1
Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
Penalties: 3.8
Empty Net Goals: 0.5
Penalty Minutes: 10
Blocks: 17.4
Faceoff Wins : 26.9
Hits: 19.7
Giveaways: 15.1
Takeaways: 3.6
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 28.8
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 5.7
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 19.6
Blocks: 16.2
Faceoff Wins : 27.9
Hits: 24.2
Giveaways: 13.6
Takeaways: 3.5
Expert Analysis by Paul Boucher
Senior NHL Analyst
About the Analyst
Paul Boucher is a Senior NHL Analyst and Head of the Ice Hockey Editorial Betting Panel with over 15 years of experience as a sports journalist and betting analyst. Based in Montreal, he provides first-hand insight through regular attendance at the Bell Centre, utilising advanced metrics to identify market value across key game lines, player props and same game parlays.
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