Dallas Stars vs. Tampa Bay Lightning: Odds, Picks, and Predictions
The Dallas Stars (6-3-1) will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning (4-4-2) in a matchup scheduled for Thursday evening. The game will take place at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida, with the puck dropping at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can watch live on TNT.
Dallas Stars vs. Tampa Bay Lightning: Odds and Analysis
This season’s series is currently tied at one game apiece. The Stars are riding a three-game winning streak, having recently secured a narrow 1-0 victory against the Washington Capitals. In contrast, the Lightning are also on a three-game winning streak after overcoming a prior four-game losing streak.
Recent Performance
- Dallas Stars: Achieved a 1-0 win against the Capitals; recorded a 3-game win streak.
- Tampa Bay Lightning: Defeated the Nashville Predators 5-2; regained form after a four-game slump.
In terms of team statistics, Tampa Bay has conceded an average of 3.00 goals per game. Importantly, they have not allowed more than three goals in a game since early October. Dallas, on the other hand, maintains a solid defensive record, allowing just 25.6 shots on goal per game over their last seven outings.
Betting Odds
According to BetMGM Sportsbook, here are the current betting odds for the Stars vs. Lightning:
| Bet Type | Dallas Stars | Tampa Bay Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +125 | -150 |
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-190) | -1.5 (+155) |
| Over/Under | 6 (O: -110 | U: -110) | |
Projected Goalies
Matching up in goal will be Jake Oettinger for Dallas and Andrei Vasilevskiy for Tampa Bay.
- Jake Oettinger: 5-2-1 record, 2.61 GAA, .909 SV%.
- Andrei Vasilevskiy: 2-3-2 record, 2.86 GAA, .893 SV%.
Oettinger notably stopped all 24 shots in his last game, displaying impressive form. In his career against the Lightning, he has posted a 2.86 GAA in nine matchups. Meanwhile, Vasilevskiy has a strong record against the Stars, with a GAA of 2.01 in 22 previous contests.
Prediction
Experts predict a tight contest, with Dallas securing a narrow 4-3 win. While the Stars may not have faced a challenging slate, their recent form, particularly on defense, suggests they are undervalued. The Stars maintain a power play efficiency of 31.4%, ranking third in the NHL, which could prove advantageous against Tampa’s frequent penalties.
For those interested in betting, the OVER 6 goals seems a viable option given the offensive capabilities displayed in recent games and both team’s tendency to improve scoring averages.
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