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Tampa Bay Lightning are currently third in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference with an overall record of 13-8-1. They are coming off a defeat in their last game against Boston Bruins (3-1). The Lightning will now take on Philadelphia Flyers, who are second to bottom in the Metropolitan Division of the same conference with an overall record of 8-10-5. They will host this game at the Wells Fargo Center on Thursday, December 1st, where they will look for their second consecutive win. Tampa Bay will look to end their losing start.
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Philadelphia Flyers: Betting Odds
Tampa Bay were last year's runner-up when they lost to Colorado Avalanche in the Stanley Cup Finals. They finished third last season with an overall record of 51-27. They are on track once again to qualify for the playoffs, sitting third in the division. The team has scored a total of 76 goals while conceding 71 so far.
However, they suffered a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Boston Bruins in their previous outing. Steven Stamkos scored a goal with the help of Nikita Kucherov's assist while having two shots on goal and a point to his name. This will be their third game on the road before they play six consecutive home games.
Philadelphia Flyers are struggling to find momentum this season. They finished bottom of the division last season with an overall record of 25-46. The situation looks similar this time around as well. The Flyers have scored a total of only 56 goals while conceding 75. They are coming off a win in their previous game against the New York Islanders (3-1). Kevin Hayes was the star performer with two goals from three shots on goal, earning two points.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Philadelphia Flyers: Match Details
Fixture: Tampa Bay Lightning @ Philadelphia Flyers
Date & Time: Thursday, December 1, 07:00 p.m ET
Venue: Wells Fargo Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Philadelphia Flyers: Pick
Brandon Hagel has been one of the best out there for Tampa Bay. In 22 games, the forward has scored seven goals and provided ten assists. He has played two games against the Flyers in his career and has opened his account yet. He is expected to perform much better and lead his team to victory tonight.
Best Pick: Brandon Hagel Anytime Scorer (+215)
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Philadelphia Flyers: Prediction
The away team has a massive 8-2 advantage over the Flyers in their last ten encounters. However, Philadelphia won their earlier meeting this season 3-2 and will now host the game tonight. They definitely have home advantage, but Tampa Bay are not a team that is likely to lose twice to the same opposition in a season. Expect a close game nevertheless.
Final Prediction: Tampa Bay -1.5 (+110)
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