NY Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [12/30/2023]

The Tampa Bay Lightning will square off with the NY Rangers in NHL action at Amalie Arena on Saturday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Saturday's Rangers vs. Lightning matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Rangers vs. Lightning Prediction: Who Will Win

We have used innovative machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Rangers and Lightning 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our leading predictive analytics model can't split the two teams, giving both the Rangers and Lightning a 50% chance of winning the game.

According to our model, the Over/Under total of 6 goals also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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Rangers vs. Lightning Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Rangers	Lightning
Moneyline	-105	-114
Total	o6 (-115)	u6 (-102)

In a sign of how close this game is expected to be, both the Lightning and Rangers are currently at minus-money betting odds on the moneyline.

• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Lightning at -114, which means you can risk $114 to win $100 for a total payout of $214 if they get the W.
• Meanwhile, BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Rangers at -105, where you can risk $105 to win $100 for a total payout of $205 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under is set at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, while DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -102.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, make sure you check the sports betting sites you can bet with in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Rangers vs. Lightning Picks

By comparing our probabilities to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks to make on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Moneyline	Rangers	-105
Total	Under 6	-102

Our NHL best bets are based on detailed modeling and betting expertise to serve you the best possible plays every time.

Rangers vs. Lightning Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Rangers vs. Lightning?

According to our model, Tampa Bay's Brayden Point is most likely to score the first goal in Rangers vs. Lightning.

Our projections give Point an 8.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Amalie Arena, while the Lightning star is a 39.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

NY Rangers

Player	First Goal Probability
Mika Zibanejad	6.7%
Chris Kreider	6.7%
Artemi Panarin	5.8%
Vincent Trocheck	5.3%
Alexis Lafreniere	4.0%

Tampa Bay Lightning

Player	First Goal Probability
Brayden Point	8.1%
Nikita Kucherov	7.5%
Steven Stamkos	6.3%
Brandon Hagel	5.2%
Nick Paul	4.4%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

NY Rangers

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Chris Kreider	33.4%
Mika Zibanejad	33.1%
Artemi Panarin	32.4%
Vincent Trocheck	25.2%
Alexis Lafreniere	23.1%

Tampa Bay Lightning

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Brayden Point	39.1%
Nikita Kucherov	38.1%
Steven Stamkos	33.1%
Brandon Hagel	26.9%
Nick Paul	22.6%
Don't forget, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for any changes to our betting insights ahead of the Rangers vs. Lightning on Saturday December 30, 2023.

Rangers vs. Lightning Game Information

Saturday's game between the Lightning and Rangers at Amalie Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: NY Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
• Date: Saturday December 30, 2023
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Amalie Arena

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Conclusion

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