Panthers vs Lightning statistics
| Stat |
Panthers |
Lightning |
| Goals For per Game |
4.00 |
3.00 |
| Goals Against per Game |
4.50 |
4.00 |
| Shots per Game |
24.3 |
25.3 |
| Shots Against per Game |
27.8 |
26.3 |
| Power Play Goals |
8 |
2 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
5 |
4 |
| Short Handed Goals |
0 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
74 |
22 |
| Power Play Percentage |
53.3 |
13.3 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
78.3 |
50.0 |
Tampa Bay Lightning recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/30/24 |
@ Florida Panthers |
W |
3-1 |
| 9/28/24 |
@ Nashville Predators |
L |
6-0 |
| 9/25/24 |
vs Florida Panthers |
W |
8-7 |
| 9/24/24 |
vs Carolina Hurricanes |
L |
2-1 |
| 4/29/24 |
@ Florida Panthers |
L |
6-1 |
Florida Panthers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/30/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Lightning |
L |
3-1 |
| 9/28/24 |
vs Carolina Hurricanes |
W |
5-4 OT |
| 9/27/24 |
@ Carolina Hurricanes |
L |
8-2 |
| 9/25/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Lightning |
L |
8-7 |
| 9/22/24 |
vs Nashville Predators |
W |
6-2 |
Panthers vs Lightning predictions
As the Florida Panthers gear up for their next clash with the Tampa Bay Lightning, all eyes are likely to be on Patrick Giles. He's been pretty hot this season, leading the Panthers with two goals and a total of four points. Another player to watch is Mike Benning, who's been dishing out assists like they're going out of style, tallying up three so far. Given their performances, it wouldn't be a stretch to expect some fireworks from these two, especially with the team hungry to improve their road record.
Switching gears to the Tampa Bay Lightning, the spotlight shifts to Maxim Groshev, who has notably been leading the charge with a goal and an assist. While his numbers might not jump off the page, Groshev’s contribution has been crucial for the Lightning. With the team playing at home at the Amalie Arena, Groshev, and perhaps a few others stepping up, could really swing the momentum in their favor. They'll definitely be looking to leverage their home ice advantage and even out their home record.
Given the current dynamics, this matchup is shaping up to be a riveting one. The Panthers come in with more points overall, but the Lightning have the potential advantage of the home crowd behind them, not to mention their drive to balance out their home record. If the Panthers' road struggles continue, the Lightning could very well capitalize on this and edge them out in what promises to be an exciting game. So, if I had to pick a side, I’d lean slightly towards Tampa Bay pulling off a win at the Amalie Arena.
Tampa Bay Lightning injuries
- Luke Glendening (C): Day-To-Day
Florida Panthers injuries
- Mackie Samoskevich (RW): Day-To-Day
- Anton Lundell (C): Day-To-Day
- Justin Sourdif (RW): Out
- Tomas Nosek (LW): Out
Panthers vs Lightning game info
| Venue |
Amalie Arena |
| Location |
Tampa, FL |
| Puck drop |
Wed 7:00 PM |
