Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Carolina Hurricanes

The Tampa Bay Lightning are gearing up for a crucial match against the Carolina Hurricanes, with odds favouring a win for the home team. The game is scheduled to take place at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.

With key players Gabork, Nilsson, and Savard out due to injuries, the Lightning will be relying on their top scorers Kucherov and Hedman to lead the team. Kucherov currently has 3 goals and 9 assists, while Hedman has 0 goals but 10 assists to his name. The duo will be crucial in filling the void left by the injured players.

Coach Cooper's team is expected to give their all in the upcoming match, with a clear goal of extending their winning streak against the Hurricanes. The Lightning have won their last two games against Carolina, with a score of 2-1 in the most recent game.

The Carolina Hurricanes, on the other hand, are struggling to find their rhythm. They have lost their last two games, with a score of 1-2 in the most recent game at home. The top players for the Hurricanes are Aho and Staal, who have 5 goals and 2 assists, and 4 goals and 2 assists respectively. However, the absence of Niederreiter due to injury will be a significant blow to their offensive efforts.

In their most recent game against the Lightning, the Hurricanes registered 43 shots on goal, but only one found the net, thanks to Svechnikov. The Lightning, on the other hand, managed 15 shots on goal in the same game.

The Tampa Bay Lightning have been in good form this season, with 6 out of 10 games won at home. They are also on track to win the championship this season, making this match against the Hurricanes even more crucial.

The odds for a Tampa Bay Lightning win in the upcoming match are 2.30 with 1xStavka. Jan Rutta, a 35-year-old defenseman recently transferred from Genève-Servette HC, is expected to replace the injured players for the Lightning. Rutta has Stanley Cup experience with the Lightning, which could prove to be a valuable asset in the upcoming match.

With the home advantage, a strong offensive line, and a determined team, the Tampa Bay Lightning are favourites to emerge victorious in this match against the Carolina Hurricanes. Fans are eagerly awaiting the game, which is set to be a thrilling contest.