Blackhawks vs. Lightning Prediction and Odds - Apr 1, 2022

The Tampa Bay Lightning take on the Chicago Blackhawks in NHL action at Amalie Arena on Friday, starting at 7:00PM EDT.

Dimers' best betting picks for Blackhawks vs. Lightning, plus game predictions, best odds and player props, are detailed in this article.

Who will win Blackhawks vs. Lightning?

Using state-of-the-art machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated Friday's Blackhawks-Lightning NHL game 10,000 times.

Dimers' renowned predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Lightning a 72% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.

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Puck Line, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Lightning are currently -1.5 favorites versus the Blackhawks, with -140 at BetMGM the best odds currently available.

For the underdog Blackhawks (+1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on the market at +130.

BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Lightning at -350. That means you can risk $350 to win $100, for a total payout of $450, if they get the W.

Elsewhere, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Blackhawks at +310, where you can bet $100 to profit $310, earning a total payout of $410, if they win.

The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6.5 with FanDuel Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +100, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -115.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you can bet with in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the bookies have got it right and both the Blackhawks and Lightning are a 50% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under is a 53% chance of going Under.

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Best Bets for Blackhawks vs. Lightning

• Puck Line: Blackhawks +1.5 @ +130 via FanDuel Sportsbook (50% probability) 🔥
• Moneyline: Blackhawks @ +310 via FanDuel Sportsbook (3.5% edge)
• Over/Under: Under 6.5 @ -115 via BetMGM (53% probability)

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Dimers' best bets are based on world-class simulations and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every time.

While the Lightning are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Blackhawks moneyline is the best option due to the 3.5% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers.com is pivotal to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.

Blackhawks vs. Lightning Betting Guide

Use our dynamic widget below to explore the latest Moneyline, Over/Under and Puck Line probabilities and odds for Chicago vs. Tampa Bay, and click or tap on See Matchup to reveal more.

Dimers has full betting coverage of Friday's Blackhawks-Lightning matchup, including pre-game predictions, top betting picks, and live win probabilities.

Blackhawks vs. Lightning Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Blackhawks vs. Lightning? The latest data is in.

Listed below are the most likely first goal and most likely anytime goal scorers for both the Blackhawks and Lightning.

And you know what, we provide this information to you for FREE to help you select the best prop picks for Friday's game.

According to DimersBOT, Tampa Bay's Steven Stamkos is most likely to score the first goal in Blackhawks vs. Lightning.

DimersBOT gives Stamkos a 9.3% chance of scoring the first goal at Amalie Arena, while the Lightning star is a 44.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.

Scroll down for our complete list of first and anytime goal scorer probabilities.

First Goal Scorer Prediction

Chicago Blackhawks

• Alex DeBrincat: 7.8% probability
• Patrick Kane: 5.4% probability
• Dylan Strome: 5.0% probability
• Jonathan Toews: 4.1% probability
• Dominik Kubalik: 3.3% probability

Tampa Bay Lightning

• Steven Stamkos: 9.3% probability
• Nikita Kucherov: 8.3% probability
• Brayden Point: 7.0% probability
• Alex Killorn: 5.4% probability
• Victor Hedman: 4.6% probability

Anytime Goal Scorer Prediction

Chicago Blackhawks

• Alex DeBrincat: 39.1% probability
• Patrick Kane: 29.7% probability
• Dylan Strome: 27.3% probability
• Jonathan Toews: 21.1% probability
• Dominik Kubalik: 17.9% probability

Tampa Bay Lightning

• Steven Stamkos: 44.1% probability
• Nikita Kucherov: 40.8% probability
• Brayden Point: 37.2% probability
• Alex Killorn: 28.9% probability
• Victor Hedman: 26.9% probability

Remember, DimersBOT updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis ahead of Blackhawks vs. Lightning on Friday April 1, 2022.

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Blackhawks vs. Lightning 2022 Game Info

When do the Lightning play the Blackhawks?

• Date: Friday April 1, 2022
• Time: 7:00PM EDT / 4:00PM PDT
• Venue: Amalie Arena

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