Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 Apr 2025

We’re expecting the Lightning and the Rangers to frequently find the net and that leads us to an Over 6.5 prediction. Let’s grab the -104 that this outcome happens.

Tampa Bay Lightning made it back-to-back wins after a 5-1 home success over Florida Panthers at Amalie Arena. Nikita Kucherov was on target along with four of his teammates. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy was red hot in this one, making 23 saves (.958).

New York Rangers have suffered back-to-back home defeats. In their last game, they beat Florida Panthers 5-3 on the road at Amerant Bank Arena. Vincent Trocheck was among the goalscorers where five different players found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 5-1 in favor of the Lightning when they last played the Rangers, with the encounter taking place at Madison Square Garden. The Lightning have beaten the Rangers in the past three meetings. They’ve also claimed 6 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Jonas Johansson (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	5-4-0	2.9	.896	0
23/24	12-7-5	3.37	.890	2

Igor Shesterkin (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	12-9-3	2.5	.913	1
23/24	36-17-2	2.58	.912	4

6 wins, 1 loss and 3 overtime losses, averaging 4.3 goals from 26.0 shots on goal, with a 22.9% powerplay efficiency. The Lightning have given up 2.2 goals from 29.4 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 81.8%.

Nikita Kucherov is the top points scorer with 20 points, 6 goals and 14 assists, with Brayden Point racking up 13 points, 7 goals and 6 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy have a 1.84 goal against average with a .933 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Rangers have 4 wins, 5 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.9 goals from 30.7 shots on goal, with a 11.8% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 4.2 goals from 28.5 shots, averaging 3.0 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 66.7%.

The top points scorer is Artemi Panarin with 14 points, 6 goals and 8 assists, while J.T. Miller is next in line after having 14 points, 5 goals and 9 assists. Goalie Igor Shesterkin have a 3.61 GAA with a .874 SV%.

Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Rangers Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

There is -104 available for Over 6.5 goals in this NHL encounter. It stands to reason that this pick will go over the line, with the lamp being lit on a regular basis.

We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the most important player and goalie stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Lightning vs Rangers stats:

• The 6.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Lightning games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Rangers games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Rangers games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Rangers games this season.

Over 6.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 51% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. This is why we can recommend this hockey wager.

If you want to go Over on the Total at bigger odds, then you can combine this pick with other selections as part of a Bet Builder until you’re happy with the overall price.

Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Mika Zibanejad Over 2.5 Shots +130

Mika Zibanejad (Rangers) has covered the 2.5 shots on goal total in 3 straight games at home. The stats suggest that he can oblige with our Overs wager and we’re more than happy to take the +130 available.

Latest Mika Zibanejad Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+205

First

+1200

Shots on Goal

Over 2.5

+130

Under 2.5

-169

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Correct Score Prediction

Lightning 4 - 3 Rangers

There could be merit in backing the Lightning to win 4-3. Odds of +1000 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Lightning

Rangers

1-0

Lightning

+6600

Rangers

+6600

2-0

Lightning

+5500

Rangers

+5500

2-1

Lightning

+1700

Rangers

+1800

3-0

Lightning

+3500

Rangers

+3500

3-1

Lightning

+2000

Rangers

+2000

3-2

Lightning

+950

Rangers

+950

4-0

Lightning

+4500

Rangers

+4500

4-1

Lightning

+1600

Rangers

+1600

4-2

Lightning

+1600

Rangers

+1600

4-3

Lightning

+1000

Rangers

+1000

5-0

Lightning

+7500

Rangers

+7500

5-1

Lightning

+2800

Rangers

+2800

5-2

Lightning

+1600

Rangers

+1600

5-3

Lightning

+2200

Rangers

+2200

5-4

Lightning

+1800

Rangers

+1800

6-0

Lightning

+11000

Rangers

+11000

6-1

Lightning

+6000

Rangers

+6000

6-2

Lightning

+3000

Rangers

+3000

6-3

Lightning

+2500

Rangers

+2500

6-4

Lightning

+4000

Rangers

+4000

6-5

Lightning

+4000

Rangers

+4000

7-1

Lightning

+10000

Rangers

+10000

7-2

Lightning

+8000

Rangers

+7500

7-3

Lightning

+5500

Rangers

+5000

7-4

Lightning

+5500

Rangers

+5500

7-5

Lightning

+9000

Rangers

+9000

7-6

Lightning

+10000

Rangers

+10000

8-2

Lightning

+13000

Rangers

+12500

8-3

Lightning

+13000

Rangers

+12500

8-4

Lightning

+10000

Rangers

+10000

8-5

Lightning

+12000

Rangers

+12000

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Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Rangers Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Sportsbooks’ favorites New York Rangers are regarded as likeliest victors for this game and the -104 about them triumphing means a 51% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. Tampa Bay Lightning are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at -115.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 6.5. A wager on Totals allows bettors to use the latest NHL data to good effect. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of -122.

If you’re planning to wager on a National Hockey League clash, visit the betting sites and check out the hundreds of team props and game lines. Find the odds and lines which are the most attractive.

Moneyline

Lightning

-115

Rangers

-104

3-Way Moneyline

Lightning

+148

Tie

+320

Rangers

+145

Puck Line

Lightning -1.5

+198

Rangers +1.5

-250

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-100

Over 6.5

-122

Brayden Point is the First Goalscorer favorite at +850. Alternatively, there’s the chance to simply back him to light the lamp at anytime at +135.

Player Goals

Brayden Point (Lightning)

First

+135

Anytime

+850

Nikita Kucherov (Lightning)

First

+135

Anytime

+850

Artemi Panarin (Rangers)

First

+155

Anytime

+950

Jake Guentzel (Lightning)

First

+170

Anytime

+1050

Brandon Hagel (Lightning)

First

+188

Anytime

+1100

J.T. Miller (Rangers)

First

+188

Anytime

+1100

Vincent Trocheck (Rangers)

First

+195

Anytime

+1150

Mika Zibanejad (Rangers)

First

+205

Anytime

+1200

Alexis Lafrenière (Rangers)

First

+260

Anytime

+1400

Oliver Björkstrand (Lightning)

First

+300

Anytime

+1600

Anthony Cirelli (Lightning)

First

+300

Anytime

+1600

Nick Paul (Lightning)

First

+325

Anytime

+1700

Gabe Perreault (Rangers)

First

+350

Anytime

+1800

Will Cuylle (Rangers)

First

+350

Anytime

+1800

Chris Kreider (Rangers)

First

+350

Anytime

+1800

Brennan Othmann (Rangers)

First

+375

Anytime

+1900

Yanni Gourde (Lightning)

First

+380

Anytime

+1900

Arthur Kaliyev (Rangers)

First

+410

Anytime

+2000

Mitchell Chaffee (Lightning)

First

+450

Anytime

+2200

Player Shots

Brayden Point (Lightning)

Over 2.5

+135

Under 2.5

-175

Nikita Kucherov (Lightning)

Over 2.5

-167

Under 2.5

+128

Artemi Panarin (Rangers)

Over 2.5

-167

Under 2.5

+128

Jake Guentzel (Lightning)

Over 2.5

+115

Under 2.5

-149

Brandon Hagel (Lightning)

Over 2.5

+115

Under 2.5

-149

Vincent Trocheck (Rangers)

Over 2.5

+125

Under 2.5

-161

Mika Zibanejad (Rangers)

Over 2.5

+130

Under 2.5

-169

Alexis Lafrenière (Rangers)

Over 1.5

-100

Under 1.5

-130

There are lots of exciting NHL micro betting lines that are created and they are available in-game. Among them are next goalscorer, next team to find the net and whether a goal will be scored within the next 10 minutes.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Tampa Bay Lightning Stats

New York Rangers Stats

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.60 pts and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 4.60 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 1.60 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 25.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 13.5
• Blocks: 12.5
• Faceoff Wins : 25.9
• Hits: 19.6
• Giveaways: 14.9
• Takeaways: 4

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 24.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.5
• Penalty Minutes: 11.5
• Blocks: 13.4
• Faceoff Wins : 26.2
• Hits: 16.5
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 3.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 22.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 8.9
• Blocks: 14.5
• Faceoff Wins : 30.9
• Hits: 29.4
• Giveaways: 16.2
• Takeaways: 4.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 25.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 7.3
• Blocks: 17.7
• Faceoff Wins : 26.5
• Hits: 25.2
• Giveaways: 14.2
• Takeaways: 4.4

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