Tampa Bay Lightning vs Dallas Stars 2/11/23 – Both the Tampa Bay Lightning and Dallas Stars will be facing off, with both teams hoping to build on their previous great seasons. The Lightning are third in the Atlantic Division with a record of 33-16-2. With back-to-back victories, the Stars hold a record of 30-13-10 and are currently in first place in the Central Division. Both teams hope to stay near the top in their respective divisions, and the upcoming match should prove that. Top NHL betting sites favor the Lightning to lead the game.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Dallas Stars
Date & Time: Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 1:00 PM ET
Location: American Airlines Center
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Dallas Stars Betting Odds
Lightning
Moneyline: -122
Puckline: -1.5 (+220)
Total: 6.5 over (+120)
Stars
Moneyline: -101
Puckline: +1.5 (-260)
Total: 6.5 under (-150)
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Dallas Stars Analysis
The Tampa Bay Lightning have a fantastic season, with a dominant offense scoring 3.59 goals per match and eight goals in their last two games. Brayden Point and Steven Stamkos, along with Nikita Kucherov and Brayden, have scored 76 goals and 116 assists, respectively, to lead the top lines. However, the rest of the offense is also improving. Brandon Hagel, Nick Paul and Alex Killorn have combined for 51 goals, 56 assists, while defensemen Mikhail Sergachev have added 11 goals, 59 assists, to elevate the offense. Although the offense has been outstanding, defense has improved to allow only 2.96 goals per match.
Dallas Stars are enjoying a fantastic season, with their offense scoring 3.36 goals per match. Jason Robertson, Roope Hintz, and Joe Pavelski lead the way with 69 goals and 97 assists, but the offense is great. Jamie Benn, Mason Marchment and Tyler Seguin have scored 43 goals and 61 assists, respectively, while defenseman Miro Hieskanen have added seven goals to the offense and 33 assists from their point. While the offense has been excellent, the Stars defense has performed admirably. They allow only 2.53 goals per game and have allowed only three goals in their last two games.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Dallas Stars Against the Spread
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Tampa Bay’s last 9 games. Tampa Bay are 9-4 SU in their last 13 games. Tampa Bay are 12-4 SU in their last 16 games against Dallas. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Tampa Bay’s last 5 games on the road. Tampa Bay are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games when playing on the road against Dallas.
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Dallas’ last 7 games. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Dallas’ last 6 games at home. Dallas are 2-6 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against Tampa Bay. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Dallas’ last 6 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference. Dallas are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division division.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Dallas Free Pick
The Stars want to win at home but according to NHL betting lines, the Stars will lose this game. The Lightning are determined to take control of the game in the first period. With a strong performance on the road, the Lightning should win this game.
Free Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 (+220)
