The Edmonton Oilers are set to face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET and will be broadcast on ESPN+. What’s the best bet in tonight’s Oilers vs. Lightning matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Edmonton Oilers (-102) at Tampa Bay Lightning (-110); o/u 6.5
7:30 p.m. ET, Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Amalie Arena, Tampa, FL
TV: ESPN+
Oilers vs. Lightning Public Betting: Bettors Backing Tampa
As of this writing, our NHL Public Betting Page shows that 57% of bets are on the Lightning moneyline. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided to get the most up-to-date public betting information.
Team Performance and Standings:
Edmonton Oilers: With a record of 34-19-4, the Oilers currently hold the second spot in the Pacific Division. Despite their strong season, they are on a three-game losing streak, including recent losses to the Philadelphia Flyers and Washington Capitals.
Tampa Bay Lightning: The Lightning boast a 32-20-4 record, placing them third in the Atlantic Division. They are on a five-game winning streak and have secured points in their last seven games. Their recent victory was a 4-1 win over the Seattle Kraken.
Key Player Statistics:
Edmonton Oilers:
Leon Draisaitl: Leads the team with 86 points, comprising 42 goals and 44 assists.
Connor McDavid: Has accumulated 72 points, including 22 goals and 50 assists.
Stuart Skinner: The goaltender holds a 20-13-4 record with a 2.81 goals-against average (GAA) and a .898 save percentage (SV%).
Tampa Bay Lightning:
Nikita Kucherov: Tops the team with 82 points, consisting of 26 goals and 56 assists.
Brandon Hagel: Has contributed 64 points, with 27 goals and 37 assists.
Andrei Vasilevskiy: The primary goaltender has a 26-15-3 record, a 2.32 GAA, and a .918 SV%.
Oilers vs. Lightning Betting Prediction
The Oilers have allowed a power-play goal in each of their last six games, with a penalty kill success rate of 5-for-13 during this period. They aim to avoid becoming the fifth NHL team this season to allow a power-play goal in seven consecutive games.
The Lightning have been dominant at home, achieving a 12-3-1 record in their last 16 home games. Since January 7, they have the NHL’s best home record at 8-1-1, showcasing a plus-10 goal differential across all three periods this season.
The Lightning are 7-2-1 in their last 10 games overall, winning five straight in the process. Give me Tampa.
Oilers vs. Lightning Prediction: TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING -110