LiontipsTampa Bay vs Nashville: Predictions and Betting Odds for the Friendly Match on September 28, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
Tampa Bay faced Carolina in their preseason opener and came close to victory but ultimately suffered a disappointing 1-2 loss. The Lightning performed better than their opponent yet conceded a goal just a minute before the final buzzer.
Continuing at home, the Lightning took on the reigning Stanley Cup champions, Florida, and showcased a much more aggressive and productive style of hockey, securing a thrilling 8-7 victory. Forward Reddish was the standout, netting two goals and providing three assists.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Tampa averaged 3.2 goals against per game last season
- The Lightning averaged 11 minutes of penalty time per game
Current Form
After another challenging season, Nashville has made significant roster improvements, surprising many hockey fans. The team has added one of the league's top forwards, Steven Stamkos, who will work alongside Jonathan Marchessault to lift the Predators out of their slump. With the young talent the club has accumulated still intact, they could prove to be a formidable opponent.
However, the team struggled to kick off the preseason successfully. On the very first day, the Predators played two games against Florida with different lineups, suffering losses with scores of 2-3 and 2-6.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Nashville averaged 3.3 goals per game last season
- Nashville averaged 32 shots per game
Trends
Bet First goal: «Tampa Bay»
In four out of five head-to-head matches, Tampa opened the scoring
1.68Bet Goal in every period – Yes
In four out of five encounters, both teams scored in every period
1.40Tip and bets
Tampa showcased an impressive performance in their matchup against Florida and, playing at home, they have a strong chance to replicate that success. It's important to note that the Lightning have not yet deployed their star players and managed to secure a victory against the reigning champions without them. Conversely, Nashville faced significant challenges even with their top players on the roster, struggling to compete against the Panthers. Additionally, the Predators will find it more difficult to perform at their best on the road.
Our prediction is a win for Tampa Bay at 1.92
Total Bet
The upcoming matchup is likely to be high-scoring as both teams favor an aggressive attacking style, often resulting in numerous goals.
Prediction – total over six goals at 1.77
First Period Outcome Bet
With the advantage of playing at home, Tampa Bay has a great opportunity to establish significant pressure on Nashville right from the opening minutes of the game, allowing the Lightning to gain the upper hand early on.
Prediction – Tampa Bay to win the first period at 2.32
