Stamkos’ Return to Tampa Bay Predictions, Props | NHL Picks Today, Best Bets
Jake Finnerty
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Steven Stamkos hits the ice at Amalie Arena tonight in Tampa Bay…but this time, it’s different. Stamkos will be fitted in the Predators’ yellow rather than the Bolts’ blue, which he’s been all too familiar with for the past 16 years of his career. With the former captain of the Tampa Bay Lightning facing off against his former team, the Nashville Predators have a lot more to fight for tonight than just their fourth win in a row.
Where to Watch Predators vs Lightning
- Date: Monday, October 28 | Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Where to Watch: Hulu | ESPN+
- Location: Amalie Arena (Tampa Bay, Florida)
Kucherov Keeps the Streak
With Stamkos absent in Tampa, Nikita Kucherov has already slid into an aggressive offensive role for the Lightning. Kuch not only leads the team in goals with nine but is also second in the entire NHL. The right winger has a point in each of the team’s eight games, four of which are multi-point games. Kucherov will prove he’s taken over as the offensive leader against Stammer today and continue the streak with another multi-point performance.
The Pick: N. Kucherov 2+ Points -106
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Forsberg Fires the Puck
After starting the season on a five-game losing streak, the Preds have been on the come-up after winning three in a row. The streak wouldn’t be without help from their star left winger, Filip Forsberg. What’s the method been to getting these wins?: fire the puck. In the past two contests, Forsberg had seven shots on goal, not to mention he’s only had less than four shots on goal twice this season. Forsberg keeps firing in Florida as the Preds try to extend their win streak.
The Pick: F. Forsberg 4+ Shots on Goal -174
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Stammer Sinks One
It’s easy to look at Steven Stamkos’ start to the year and say it’s less than ideal. In the Predators’ first eight games, Stamkos has ONE point to show for his work on the offensive side of the puck. Now, it’s early and everyone needs to find their groove somewhere, why not in the place Stammer called home for 16 years? The fans may be rooting against the center, but he’s seen a puck hit the back of the net 286 times in Tampa. He’ll make it 287 tonight, the first without the Lightning bolt on his chest.
The Pick: S. Stamkos Goal +185
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