The Tampa Bay Lightning will take on the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams have similar records, with the Lightning at 11-7-2 and the Capitals at 11-8-2. Fans can catch the game on ESPN+.

Lightning vs. Capitals Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Tampa Bay Lightning +103. The Lightning have been strong on the road, winning against the Panthers recently. They have a good chance to win against the Capitals.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 6.0 (-103). Both teams have been scoring well in recent games, with the Capitals scoring 8 goals against the Canadiens and the Lightning scoring 5 against the Devils.

Team Trends

• The Tampa Bay Lightning’s away record includes a recent win against the Florida Panthers, 3-1.
• Washington Capitals have a home record of winning against the Los Angeles Kings, 2-1.
• Tampa Bay Lightning’s head coach is Jon Cooper, and they are ranked 3rd in the Eastern Atlantic Division.
• Washington Capitals’ head coach is Spencer Carbery, and they have one shutout win this season.
• Alex Ovechkin of the Capitals scored 3 goals and 1 assist against the Montreal Canadiens.

Lightning vs Capitals Preview

The Tampa Bay Lightning are set to play the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena. The game will be on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams have similar records, with the Lightning at 11-7-2 and the Capitals at 11-8-2. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+.

This game marks the start of the NHL regular season. Tampa Bay is looking to build on their current record. Washington aims to improve their standing as well. Both teams are eager to make a strong start in the season. The game promises to be an exciting one for hockey fans.

Washington Capitals: Key Players to Watch

Tom Wilson is making a strong impact for the Capitals. In 21 games, he has scored 11 goals and added 9 assists. His physical play is evident with 56 hits. Alex Ovechkin continues to be a leader for the team. He has scored 10 goals and 10 assists in 21 games. Ovechkin also contributes with 36 hits. Dylan Strome is helping in the playmaking department. He has 5 goals and 15 assists in 19 games. Strome also has 9 blocks, showing his defensive efforts.

Tampa Bay Lightning: Players Making an Impact

Jake Guentzel is a key player for the Lightning. In 20 games, he has scored 12 goals and 9 assists. He also has 12 blocks, showing his all-around game. Nikita Kucherov is another important player for Tampa Bay. He has 9 goals and 10 assists in 18 games. Kucherov has also added 6 hits to his stats. Andrei Vasilevskiy is the main goalie for the team. In 15 games, he has 8 wins and 5 losses. Vasilevskiy has made 360 saves so far.

Final Betting Pick

The Tampa Bay Lightning have shown strength on the road, making them a solid pick for the money line at +103. Their recent win against the Panthers away from home highlights their ability to perform well in different arenas. With top players like Jake Guentzel and Nikita Kucherov contributing significantly, the Lightning have the firepower to challenge the Capitals.

For the over/under prediction, going over 6.0 is a good choice. Both teams have been scoring well, with the Capitals netting 8 goals against the Canadiens and the Lightning scoring 5 against the Devils. With offensive players like Alex Ovechkin for the Capitals and Brandon Hagel for the Lightning, expect a high-scoring game.

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