The NHL regular season game between Tampa Bay and Las Vegas will take place on October 18. The game starts at 2:00 Moscow time. Bookmakers give preference to the hosts in their predictions: you can bet that the Lightning will win in regulation time with odds of 2.36. The success of the Golden Knights at the end of 60 minutes was estimated by experts at 2.60.
Bookmaker odds for the Tampa Bay – Vegas NHL game on October 18, 2024
Bookmakers believe that the Tampa Bay – Vegas match will be productive: a total of more than 5.5 goals is equal to 1.58, and a total of less than 5.5 goals is equal to 2.30. A draw after 60 minutes is available for 4.10. You can bet on post-match shootouts at bookmakers at odds of 8.80.
Analysis and forecast for the NHL match Tampa Bay Lightning – Vegas Golden Knights (10/18/2024)
The 108th NHL season is quickly gaining momentum. On October 18 there will be many interesting meetings. Among others, the game in which Tampa Bay and Vegas will face each other on the ice of the Amalie Arena stands out. The first confrontation is scheduled for 2:00 Moscow time.
Contrary to what many expected, Tampa Bay has started the season very well. Confidently defeated two strong and dangerous opponents: Carolina (4-1) and Vancouver (4-1). In both meetings, Nikita Kucherov and Andrey Vasilevsky put on a show for the fans, making 46 saves in two games.
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Kucherov scored a hat-trick and had an assist in the game against Carolina, and also scored a goal in the game against Vancouver. The Russian forward repeated the most productive start in Lightning history. Before him, only Chris Kontos managed to score four goals in the first two games of the 1992/1993 season with Tampa Bay.
After Steven Stamkos left, Nikita’s role changed. He is now the primary leader of Tampa Bay’s offense. Overall, the club’s breeding department did a good job. Thanks to qualitative reinforcements in the team, Kucherov and Vasilevsky found it easier to produce results.
The return of Ryan McDonagh and the signing of Jake Guentzel have opened up room for tactical maneuvers for John Cooper. It was easier for the coach to develop high-quality team play. The reliability of the defense has increased noticeably, while the attack appears no less formidable.
Vegas also had a great start to the season. Defeated Colorado (8-4), St. Louis (4-3) and Anaheim (3-1). However, this was followed by Washington’s defeat (2-4). Alexander Ovechkin was recognized as the first star of the meeting with the Golden Knights. “Capital” outwardly easily identified the weak points in the opponent’s game.
Ivan Barbashev looked brilliant at the beginning of the season. He scored six points in games against Colorado and St. Louis. The rivals quickly realized who was the main danger in the Las Vegas lineup and began to play more carefully with the Russian striker.
In addition, Barbashev, after an emotional outburst, was a little exhausted. There is less energy and speed in Golden Knights hockey. To bounce back, some outsider would be a good opponent for Las Vegas, but definitely not for Tampa.
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Furthermore, the match will take place at the Amalie Arena, which significantly reduces the Golden Knights’ chances of scoring points. You can bet on Tampa Bay to beat Vegas in regulation at sportsbooks with odds of 2.36.
The Lightning is one of the teams that rarely drops points at home. Even in difficult times, fan support has a healing effect on Tampa Bay and helps tremendously. In the current tone, the team is not afraid to travel, but at home they simply must win.
We are waiting for Kucherov to give a master class again. The Russian striker spent last season at the highest level and continues to increase his successes in the new season. He is a true genius who almost never has a bad day. All thanks to hard training and innate talent. Maybe no one sees the place like Nikita.
Prediction and bets for the NHL game Tampa Bay – Vegas on October 18, 2024
Tampa Bay seems truly invulnerable. He confidently defeated two very strong opponents. Vegas has already found its weak link. Ovechkin tried. Kucherov can only take advantage of his compatriot’s gift. We hope Nikita impresses again with his performance and helps his club achieve an important victory.
Tender: Tampa Bay wins in 2.36.
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