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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 1, 2025

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Mar 1, 2025 2:02 PM
The Tampa Bay Lightning, riding a win streak, head to Capital One Arena on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 12:30 PM to face off against the Washington Capitals in a highly anticipated matchup. The Capitals, sitting atop the Metropolitan Division, look to protect their home ice against the Atlantic Division's Lightning, who are seeking to extend their winning ways. This clash between two NHL powerhouses promises to be an electrifying contest.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Washington Capitals

Current Odds

TB
WSH
Over
3.5
+235
Under
3.5
+168
TB
-1.5
-106
WSH
+1.5
+375
TB
ML
-1700
WSH
ML
+2000

Lightning vs Capitals statistics

Stat Lightning Capitals
Goals For per Game 3.57 3.63
Goals Against Average 2.66 2.56
Shots per Game 29.0 27.5
Shots Against per Game 28.7 27.4
Power Play Goals 44 40
Power Play Goals Against 28 30
Short Handed Goals 10 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 485 462
Power Play Percentage 27.2 24.1
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.7 82.2

Washington Capitals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/27/25 vs St. Louis Blues L 5-2
2/25/25 vs Calgary Flames L 3-1
2/23/25 vs Edmonton Oilers W 7-3
2/22/25 @ Pittsburgh Penguins W 8-3
2/9/25 vs Utah Hockey Club L 5-4 SO

Tampa Bay Lightning recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/27/25 vs Calgary Flames W 3-0
2/25/25 vs Edmonton Oilers W 4-1
2/23/25 vs Seattle Kraken W 4-1
2/9/25 @ Montreal Canadiens W 5-3
2/8/25 @ Detroit Red Wings W 6-3

Washington Capitals injuries

  • Tom Wilson (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Charlie Lindgren (G): Injured Reserve
  • Martin Fehervary (D): Day-To-Day
  • Alex Ovechkin (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Lars Eller (C): Injured Reserve

Tampa Bay Lightning injuries

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

Lightning vs Capitals game info

Type Info
Venue Capital One Arena
Location Washington, DC
Puck drop Sat 12:30 PM

Lightning vs Capitals predictions

When you're talking hockey, a team like the Tampa Bay Lightning draws attention, especially with its power duo, Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov. Imagine being a defender and having those guys skate towards you. It's no surprise that Point's been racking up the goals, 31 to be exact, but what’s worth keeping an eye on is his current day-to-day injury status. Though it might raise some doubts, don’t underestimate his ability to shake off a niggle and come out fighting. Kucherov, on the other hand, is leading the assist tally with 59, transforming plays effortlessly, but like Point, he's also on a day-to-day injury watch. Lightning fans are optimistic though—this duo, if cleared to play, can swing the game in Tampa Bay’s favor with their on-ice chemistry.

Switching gears to the Washington Capitals, who aren't just sitting around twiddling their thumbs. With Alex Ovechkin on injured reserve, the limelight shines brighter on Dylan Strome. This guy knows how to dish out those assists, boasting 41 already, and with a perfectly decent tally of 59 points, he's proving to be a linchpin for the Capitals’ attack. With Ovechkin is out, who do you think will step up to replace that void? Strome seems poised to grab the spotlight and catalyze the team's offense during this match, especially with their strong home record.

When it comes down to picking a winner, it's not just stats and points, it's the narrative. With both teams tied 1-1 in the regular season series, the Capitals have the edge playing on home ice at the Capital One Arena. That said, Tampa Bay has been a force with their win streak, and if Point and Kucherov can lace 'em up, it swings in their favor. With the current dynamic and Ovechkin sidelined, Tampa feels like the team to beat. But that’s just my gut talking. What do you think—will the Lightning strike or will the Capitals defend home turf with pride?

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