New York Rangers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction: Don't write off Tampa Bay

Prediction for the NHL New York Rangers vs Tampa Bay Lightning match which will take place on April 6th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

New York Rangers

The Rangers are showing great hockey this season. The New Yorkers have strengthened and can now be considered one of the leading candidates for the Stanley Cup. On the eve of the match, the team is fifth in the East standings and third in the Capital Division with 101 points. In the previous meetings of the Rangers, after three consecutive victories, they lost to New Jersey (1:2) and Buffalo (2:3 OT), but the day before, they beat Washington 5:2.

Tampa Bay Lightning

Tampa Bay looks cheerful in the current season. But everyone expects a little more from Lightning. They are currently in sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings and third in the Atlantic Division with 96 points in the asset. Undoubtedly, the Lightning is aiming for the Stanley Cup. We note that after four defeats in a row, they got three wins – 4:0 over Carolina, 5:1 over Washington, and 5:0 over the Islanders.

Expert Betting Tips

Oddsmakers believe that Rangers have a better chance of winning here. However, we would not write off Tampa Bay because now it is in excellent condition. The guests have three victories in the last three meetings, so they continue the series. Moreover, during these three matches, the Lightning missed only one goal – a good defensive game.