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Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 30, 2025

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Apr 30, 2025 9:16 PM
The Florida Panthers look to secure a series victory as they take on the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 5 of their East 1st Round playoff matchup on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 7:30 PM at Amalie Arena. With a commanding 3-1 lead, the Panthers aim to close out the series on the road against their in-state rivals. A win would propel the Panthers into the next round, while the Lightning face elimination.
Florida Panthers vs Tampa Bay Lightning

Current Odds

FLA
TB
Over
10.5
+250
Under
8.5
+230
FLA
-2.5
-145
TB
+1.5
+2800
FLA
ML
-10000
TB
ML
+40000

Panthers vs Lightning statistics

Stat Panthers Lightning
Goals For per Game 3.00 3.56
Goals Against Average 2.72 2.63
Shots per Game 31.6 28.5
Shots Against per Game 26.2 28.2
Power Play Goals 56 60
Power Play Goals Against 47 38
Short Handed Goals 12 11
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 843 666
Power Play Percentage 23.5 25.9
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.7 81.6

Tampa Bay Lightning recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/28/25 @ Florida Panthers L 4-2
4/26/25 @ Florida Panthers W 5-1
4/24/25 vs Florida Panthers L 2-0
4/22/25 vs Florida Panthers L 6-2
4/17/25 @ New York Rangers L 4-0

Florida Panthers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/28/25 vs Tampa Bay Lightning W 4-2
4/26/25 vs Tampa Bay Lightning L 5-1
4/24/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning W 2-0
4/22/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning W 6-2
4/15/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 5-1

Tampa Bay Lightning injuries

  • Oliver Bjorkstrand (RW): Out

Panthers vs Lightning game info

Type Info
Venue Amalie Arena
Location Tampa, FL
Puck drop Wed 7:30 PM
TV ESPN2

Panthers vs Lightning predictions

As we gear up for Game 5 at Amalie Arena, it's impossible to ignore the power-packed lineup of the Florida Panthers. With Sam Reinhart lighting it up on the ice, he might just continue his trend of finding the back of the net. Imagine him deftly weaving between defenders and firing that puck with precision. Aleksander Barkov, known for his playmaking prowess, will likely keep feeding those assists, setting up teammates in perfect positions to score. The synergy between these two centers could be the key to pushing the Panthers over the edge and clinching the series against their division rivals.

Turn the page, and the Tampa Bay Lightning are not about to back down without a fight. Brayden Point has been a goal-scoring machine this season, and I wouldn't bet against him adding to his tally in this do-or-die game. Then there's Nikita Kucherov. His uncanny ability to craft scoring opportunities with those silky passes makes him a player to watch. Feel the tension as Kucherov's eyes scan the ice, always a step ahead, ready to deliver the puck to a perfectly poised teammate. Tampa Bay's dynamic duo is fueled by the urgency of the moment, which could translate to some electrifying offensive plays.

Now, as to who's going to walk away with the W in Game 5, that's the big question. The Florida Panthers have the momentum right now, leading the series 3-1 and displaying a robust all-around game. Yet the Lightning, playing on home ice and with their backs against the wall, are a formidable adversary. They have a legacy of performing in high-pressure situations, don't they? While Tampa has the edge in odds, personally, I can't help but lean towards the Panthers pulling it off with their recent performance and team cohesion. What do you think? It's going to be a nail-biter, that’s for sure.

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