Calgary Flames vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Picks – Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025
The Calgary Flames (28-21-8) will face the Tampa Bay Lightning (33-20-4) for the second time this season, as they meet on Thursday, February 27 at 7:00 PM ET at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The Lightning are favored with a puck line at -1.5 (+110) at MyBookie.
Calgary Flames Betting Preview
The Flames have won their last two games, which is a good sign since they had lost the previous three (2-3 in last five battles). Their recent success was a 3-1 showing over the Washington Capitals.
Calgary scored the first two goals of the game, both of which came in the first period. Three different players netted a goal here, which shows their ability to have multiple players in scoring opportunities.
The Capitals fired off 27 shots while the Flames only needed 25 attempts to get their victory. The Flames had two power play opportunities, but did not convert. They will need to use these opportunities to gain an edge on the Lightning.
The Flames are accumulating 2.65 goals and are taking 29.3 shots a game. Their defense is holding teams to 2.93 goals and 29.2 shot attempts each game. This negative ratio does not bode well for their chances at winning.
Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Preview
The Lightning have won their last six games and they have scored four goals or more in each victory. Their recent success was a 4-1 outing over the Edmonton Oilers.
The Oilers scored the first goal, but the Lightning took control and scored the next four to put this game out of reach. Each goal was scored by a different player, which gives some positive vibes for their offense. They had three power plays but only scored on one of those.
Edmonton could only get off 24 shots, while the Lightning controlled the offense with 36 shot attempts. The Oilers had six penalty minutes, while the Lightning had just two. They also did a great job on faceoffs, with a percentage at 57.7 and holding the Oilers to 42.3 percent.
The Lightning are putting up 3.58 goals and are firing off 29.1 shots each game. Defensively they are holding opponents to 2.70 goals and 28.8 shots per matchup. This spread is solid and is much more appealing than what the Flames have been posting.
Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick
The best Calgary Flames vs. Tampa Bay Lightning betting odds can be found through MyBookie, as they reveal the Lightning as 1.5-puck line favorites. The Lightning are 20-7-2 at home while the Flames are 11-11-4.
The Lightning won 8-3 back in December on the road when the two met for the first time this season. The Lightning are appealing at home to cover the spread.
Final Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 (+110)
