Tampa Bay Lightning vs Washington Capitals Prediction: Bet on the first team to win

Prediction for the NHL Tampa Bay Lightning vs Washington Capitals match which will take place on October 27th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Tampa Bay has not played the most consistent hockey this season. The team shouldn't rely on Kucherov alone, as he's playing at the limit of his abilities. As a result, Nikita is in the top four of the scoring charts with 13 points - eight goals and five assists. Lightning is content with eighth place in the East, with eight points. On the eve of their clash with Washington, Tampa was two goals behind Minnesota in the standings.

The team has scored almost maximum points in six games to start the season, with five wins in a row - over Vegas, Dallas, New Jersey, and twice over Philadelphia. These victories would not have been possible without Strome and McMichael, who have combined for 17 points in that period. As for Washington's position in the East standings, they are content with fourth place, two points behind first-placed New Jersey.

The bookmakers' analysts are more inclined to bet on the first team to win, but no one should jump to conclusions. Washington is in great form, as evidenced by their five wins. We do not think that Kucherov and company will be able to pick up points quickly. It's worth noting that both teams play open hockey.