Florida vs Tampa: prediction for the NHL game
The Panthers are set to host the Lightning in the NHL on Friday night. What to expect from this game? Our experts made a prediction, which you can find below.

Command Analysis

Florida Panthers

Florida were one of the leaders in the East last season and hope to have another successful campaign this year. The squad has changed quite a bit in the summer, but the team continues to show the same open brand of hockey. The Panthers won three out of four games so far and lost to Boston (3:5). After that defeat, they immediately bounced back and beat Philadelphia (4:3); Carter Verhaeghe scored a double against the Flyers.

Tampa Bay Lightning

Tampa were of to a bad start in the new season. They can't find their form and lost three out of four games. Moreover, in three games, the Lightning conceded more than two goals. In the last two outings, the team lost to Pittsburgh (2:6) and Philadelphia (2:3). Only one player has been excellent so far - Steven Stamkos, who has already scored six goals. Nikita Kucherov is yet to score, but he has five assists.
Trends
СтавкаFlorida IT over 2.5 goals
In 3 out of 4 games, Tampa conceded more than twice.

Tip and bets
Florida should confidently defeat Tampa in the upcoming fixture. First, the Panthers have always done well at their home arena, and second, the Lightning are in terrible form and lost three out of four games so far this season.
Our prediction - Florida to win
The teams have often scored more than six goals in their previous meetings. Both sides have a lot of offensive potential, but they also are well aware of their opponents' strengths. We expect the teams to be very caferul on defense. Take the under.
Second bet - total under 6.5 goals