Tampa Bay Lightning vs Dallas Stars: the Stars Need Time to Come to its Senses

Prediction for the NHL Colorado - Ottawa match, which will take place on January 16 at 03:00. Check the teams’ conditions and expert betting tips. Several betting options are available!

Tampa Bay is in great form with four wins in its last five games. They managed to beat Columbus (7:2), Calgary (4:1), Buffalo (6:1) and Vancouver (4:2). However, the Lightning lost to Boston by a score of 2:5. They continue to chase leading Florida in the Atlantic Division table. The teams have 55 points each, but since the Panthers have played two games fewer, they are in the lead.

Dallas gained noticeable momentum in late December 2021, winning four times straight after a five-game losing streak. Unfortunately, on January 9, the line ended in St. Louis, where it curiously lost to a local team (1:2). Then there was a victory over Seattle (5:2), and in the last matchup, the Stars literally blew out Florida (1:7). Thus, Dallas occupies sixth place in the Central Division standings with 38 points.

Tampa Bay is in optimal shape with four wins in their previous five games and a battle for the division lead. On the other hand, Dallas has had another defeat after the winning streak. Moreover, after 1:7 literally on the eve of this meeting, they will need time to recover. We think that the Stars will not give the Lightning any problems, so let's bet on a win for them. Prediction: Tampa Bay wins.