Panthers Target a 3-0 Series Advantage Over Lightning in NHL Playoffs Third Game: Updates on Injuries and Betting Insights

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024

In the first round of the NHL Playoffs, the Florida Panthers, who lead the Atlantic Division with a 52-24-6 record, are up against the Tampa Bay Lightning, who are fourth in the same division with a 45-29-8 record. The Panthers have taken an early lead in the series, winning the first two games.

Key players for the Lightning include Nikita Kucherov, who has amassed 44 goals and 100 assists, and Steven Stamkos, contributing 11 goals and 6 assists in his last 10 appearances. The Panthers' offensive efforts are led by Matthew Tkachuk, with 26 goals and 62 assists, and Aleksander Barkov Jr., adding two goals and nine assists in his recent 10 games.

Comparing recent performances, the Lightning have scored an average of 3.6 goals per game over their last 10 games, slightly surpassing the Panthers' average of 3.5 goals per game. The Lightning also have a minor advantage in power play, converting 30.3% of their chances, while the Panthers have a 25.0% success rate.

On the injury front, the Lightning are monitoring the condition of Haydn Fleury, who is day-to-day, and Jonas Johansson, who is sidelined. Mikhail Sergachev is also out due to a lower body injury. The Panthers are dealing with injuries to Sam Bennett and Ryan Lomberg, both listed as day-to-day with upper-body and illness concerns, respectively.

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