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Oilers vs. Lightning Prediction: Tampa Bay Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [2/25/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Edmonton Oilers vs Tampa Bay Lightning matchup.
The Tampa Bay Lightning and Edmonton Oilers will meet in the NHL at Amalie Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Lightning as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Edmonton-Tampa Bay game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Lightning with a win probability of 53%, compared to 47% for the Oilers."
For a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Oilers vs. Lightning predictions page.
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Oilers vs. Oilers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL game between the Oilers and Lightning 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Lightning a 53% chance of defeating the Oilers.
According to our model, the Oilers (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Oilers vs. Lightning Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Oilers | Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-235) | -1.5 (+205) |
| Moneyline | +100 | -118 |
| Total | o6.5 (-125) | u6.5 (+108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Oilers vs. Lightning Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Oilers vs. Lightning matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Oilers vs. Lightning Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Oilers vs. Lightning?
According to our model, Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Lightning.
Our projections give Draisaitl a 9.4% chance of scoring the first goal at Amalie Arena, while the Oilers star is a 43.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 9.4% |
| Connor McDavid | 7.8% |
| Zach Hyman | 5.6% |
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nikita Kucherov | 7.8% |
| Brayden Point | 7.7% |
| Jake Guentzel | 6.5% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Edmonton Oilers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Leon Draisaitl | 43.7% |
| Connor McDavid | 37.5% |
| Zach Hyman | 30.0% |
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brayden Point | 38.0% |
| Nikita Kucherov | 37.3% |
| Jake Guentzel | 35.0% |
Oilers vs. Lightning Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's action between the Lightning and Oilers at Amalie Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
- Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Amalie Arena
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Tuesday's Oilers vs. Lightning matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Edmonton vs. Tampa Bay picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Lightning, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Oilers on Tuesday.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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