Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings 2/25/23 – The Tampa Bay Lightning will travel to face the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Tampa Bay’s record is 36-17-4. The Red Wings’ record for the season is 28-21-8. This season, Detroit defeated the Lightning twice. NHL moneyline for today is updated for this upcoming match.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings
Date & Time: Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET
Location: Little Caesars Arena
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Odds
Lightning
Moneyline: -175
Puckline: -1.5 (+140)
Total: 6 over (-125)
Red Wings
Moneyline: +141
Puckline: +1.5 (-160)
Total: 6 under (+105)
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings Analysis
Tampa Bay Lightning was a favorite in their last game, but they lost 6-5 to the Buffalo Sabres in overtime. This season, the Lightning’s offense has been very strong. Tampa Bay is fourth in goals per match and 11th in shots. In six of their ten games, they scored at least four goals. Both defense and goaltending have been average in Tampa Bay this season. They are currently ranked 13th in goals against per match and 16th for shots against per match. With a 12-point advantage over the fourth-place Detroit Red Wings, Tampa Bay currently ranks third in the Atlantic division. The Lightning are on track to reach the playoffs, and they are a legitimate Stanley Cup contender.
Detroit Red Wings was an underdog in the previous game, but they won the upset and beat the New York Rangers by 4-1. Recently, the Red Wings have been performing better offensively. In five of their eight recent games, Detroit scored at least four goals. They are 17th in goals per match and 29th for shots per match. While the defense has been strong, Detroit’s goaltending has been a little below average. They are ranked 17th in goals against per match and 12th in shots allowed per game. They are currently fourth in the Atlantic Division, but hold the final Wild Card spot for the Eastern Conference. This season, the Red Wings have shown improvement. The East’s Wild Card spots are up for grabs by six teams. The Capitals, Penguins, Islanders, Sabres, Red Wings and Panthers are separated by five points.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings Free Pick
Recently, Detroit has been performing better in the offensive department. In five of their eight last games, they scored at least four goals. The Red Wings have climbed the Eastern Conference standings, and are currently holding the final Wild Card spot for the East. The Lightning have lost three of their four previous games. The Red Wings are expected to win this matchup despite being underdog, however, NHL betting experts will take Detroit’s moneyline.
Free Pick: Detroit Red Wings +141
