Dallas Stars vs Tampa Bay Lightning: The Stars must pull themselves together

Prediction for the NHL Dallas Stars vs Tampa Bay Lightning match, which will take place on April 13. Check the team conditions and choose several betting options.

Dallas is far from their best matchup against Tampa Bay. The team is struggling to make the playoffs, and has neglected to score three times in its last five games. They first lost to Seattle, then to Toronto in overtime and then lost 1:3 to New Jersey. These mistakes could lead to a very negative outcome. The Stars are currently in the play-off zone in fifth place in the Central Division with 86 points.

Tampa Bay is very comfortable in the Atlantic Division standings. At the moment, their lead over fifth-placed Detroit is exactly 30 points. As a result, the Lightning can now finish the season in peace. In their previous five games, the Lightning had suffered four straight defeats, but they broke their losing streak by beating Buffalo 5:0.

It's a meeting between two equal teams, but the Stars have some serious tournament motivation. While Tampa is fighting for a third place in the division, Dallas is fighting for a playoff spot. 

The bookmakers favoured the visitors, while we chose the home team. Dallas desperately needs to earn points now, especially when they play in front of their own stands. The Lightning has not been very trustworthy of late. We think the Stars will play hard and at least not to lose this game.

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