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Seattle Kraken vs. Tampa Bay Lightning: Preview, Predictions and Picks for February 23, 2025

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Feb 23, 2025 7:09 PM
On Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 6:00 PM, the Tampa Bay Lightning will host the Seattle Kraken at Amalie Arena, looking to extend their current four-game winning streak. The Lightning, sitting atop the Atlantic Division, will face a Kraken team seeking to bounce back from a tough stretch in the Pacific Division. As the Lightning aim to build on their 1-0 lead in the regular season series, the Kraken will try to snap their losing skid against their Eastern Conference foes.
Seattle Kraken vs Tampa Bay Lightning

Current Odds

SEA
TB
Over
3.5
+180
Under
2.5
+215
SEA
+1.5
+105
TB
-1.5
-115
SEA
ML
+540
TB
ML
-667

Kraken vs Lightning statistics

Stat Kraken Lightning
Goals For per Game 2.93 3.56
Goals Against Average 3.12 2.76
Shots per Game 26.8 29.0
Shots Against per Game 29.0 28.7
Power Play Goals 30 42
Power Play Goals Against 31 27
Short Handed Goals 1 9
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 378 463
Power Play Percentage 18.6 26.9
Penalty Kill Percentage 76.5 80.7

Tampa Bay Lightning recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/9/25 @ Montreal Canadiens W 5-3
2/8/25 @ Detroit Red Wings W 6-3
2/6/25 vs Ottawa Senators W 5-1
2/4/25 vs Ottawa Senators W 4-3
2/1/25 vs New York Islanders L 3-2 OT

Seattle Kraken recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/8/25 @ Calgary Flames W 3-2 OT
2/6/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs L 3-1
2/4/25 vs Detroit Red Wings L 5-4 SO
2/2/25 vs Calgary Flames L 3-2
1/30/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 6-2

Tampa Bay Lightning injuries

  • Jonas Johansson (G): Out
  • Nikita Kucherov (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Anthony Cirelli (C): Day-To-Day
  • Nick Paul (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Conor Geekie (C): Day-To-Day

Seattle Kraken injuries

  • Yanni Gourde (C): Injured Reserve
  • Brandon Montour (D): Day-To-Day
  • Jordan Eberle (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Ryker Evans (D): Day-To-Day
  • Jared McCann (LW): Day-To-Day

Kraken vs Lightning game info

Type Info
Venue Amalie Arena
Location Tampa, FL
Puck drop Sun 6:00 PM
TV KONG

Kraken vs Lightning predictions

When it comes to the Seattle Kraken, all eyes will likely be on Jaden Schwartz and Chandler Stephenson as they hit the ice against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Schwartz, with his impressive 18 goals so far this season, could really shine if he finds those gaps in the Lightning’s defense. However, Stephenson’s potential impact can’t be understated either, especially with his impressive 30 assists. His play-making ability could set the stage for some key opportunities, provided he's in good form given his day-to-day injury status. Meanwhile, Jared McCann, despite also being listed day-to-day, could stack up the points and be a real game-changer if he suits up.

Shifting the spotlight to the Tampa Bay Lightning, Brayden Point is clearly a player that commands attention. Scoring 31 goals so far, he’s been nothing short of a powerhouse up front. Imagine the impact he could have if he finds the back of the net early in the game, setting the tone for the rest of the night. Then, there's Nikita Kucherov, who is a multifaceted threat with a whopping 57 assists and 82 points. His day-to-day injury status is a slight concern, but you know the damage he can do when he's on the ice. The pairing of Kucherov’s playmaking and Point's scoring finesse could be pivotal if they are both fit to play.

With both teams boasting such strong narratives, predicting the winner is a challenge. The Seattle Kraken, with players like Schwartz stepping up, definitely have a fighting chance, especially if they exploit any weaknesses in the Lightning's lineup. However, given the Lightning's current four-game win streak and their home advantage at Amalie Arena, it's hard to bet against them. If Point and Kucherov lace up their skates, they might just edge out the Kraken, continuing their winning momentum. But hey, it’s sports; anything can happen once they drop the puck, right?

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