The Tampa Bay Lightning will take on the Florida Panthers on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will be held at Amerant Bank Arena. Fans can catch the action on SCRI as the Lightning aim to extend their perfect preseason record against the Panthers.

Lightning vs. Panthers Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Tampa Bay Lightning at +122. The Lightning have a strong preseason record of 6-0-0. They are performing well away from home, making them a solid underdog choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 5.5 at -134. Both teams have shown they can score and allow goals, with Tampa Bay averaging 3.67 goals per game and Florida allowing 3.67 goals per game.

Team Trends

• The Tampa Bay Lightning have a perfect preseason record of 6-0-0.
• The Florida Panthers have struggled with a preseason record of 2-4-0.
• This game will be held at the Amerant Bank Arena.
• The game will air on the SCRI channel.
• The game is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Lightning vs Panthers Preview

The Tampa Bay Lightning are set to play against the Florida Panthers on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The game will take place at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on SCRI.

The Lightning come into the game with a 6-0-0 preseason record. On the other side, the Panthers have a 2-4-0 record so far. Both teams will aim to improve their stats in this preseason matchup.

Florida Panthers: A Look at the Home Team

The Florida Panthers have scored 15 goals in the 2026 preseason. This averages to 2.5 goals per game. They have also recorded 18 assists, which is 3.0 assists per game.

The team has taken 138 shots on goal, which averages to 23.0 shots per game. Their power play goals are at 2, averaging 0.33 per game. On defense, the Panthers have faced 22 goals against, averaging 3.67 per game.

The Panthers have accumulated 156 penalty minutes in the preseason. This is an average of 26.0 penalty minutes per game. They also have 30 giveaways, averaging 5.0 per game.

Tampa Bay Lightning: Key Insights for the Upcoming Game

The Tampa Bay Lightning have been strong in the 2026 preseason. They scored 22 goals, averaging 3.67 per game. Their assists are high too, with 39, which is 6.5 per game. Their defense has been solid, allowing only 13 goals against, or 2.17 per game. They have also recorded 63 blocks, averaging 10.5 per game. The Lightning have faced 160 penalty minutes, with an average of 26.67 per game. On the offensive side, the team has taken 152 shots on goal, averaging 25.33 per game. Their power play is effective, with 6 goals, or 1.0 per game. They have also won 126 faceoffs, maintaining a strong presence on the ice.

Final Betting Pick

The Tampa Bay Lightning are a strong pick for the money line at +122. They have a perfect preseason record of 6-0-0, showing they can win on the road. Their offensive stats are impressive, with 3.67 goals per game and 6.5 assists per game.

For the over/under prediction, choosing over 5.5 at -134 seems wise. Tampa Bay averages 3.67 goals per game, and Florida allows 3.67 goals per game. This suggests there could be many goals scored, making the over a good choice.

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