Tampa Bay vs Boston Prediction 1 February 2026
🔊 The matchup between Tampa and Boston promises an exciting hockey game with plenty of action. Tampa Bay currently sit at the top of the standings, while Boston are in seventh place. These rivals consistently deliver intense games, making this encounter particularly significant for both teams in the context of the playoff race.
Head-to-Head
📊Review of the statistics of official matches between the teams Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins:
- played 69 matches;
- at home ice 32 wins (including extra time), away - 36;
- scored goals: 190 against 200;
- average total of the 1st period - 1.51, 2nd - 2.06, 3rd - 1.91;
- average total of the match - 5.07.
The last time the sides met was on 13 October 2025 at the arena of the team Boston Bruins - the match score was 3:4.
Head-to-head statistics Tampa Bay - Boston
Tampa Bay Lightning Team Overview
The Tampa Bay Lightning are showcasing excellent form in recent matches. Out of their last five games, they've secured four victories, suffering just one defeat. Their average scoring is impressive, with the team netting around 3.7 goals per game while conceding approximately 1.9 goals. The team's main strength lies in their offense, which allows them to confidently hold the top spot in the standings.
However, their defense isn't flawless and occasionally makes mistakes under pressure from opponents. It's interesting to note that the Lightning are known for their ability to quickly adapt to changes in their opponents' playing style and can turn games around.
Match Results: Tampa Bay Lightning
Boston Bruins Team Overview
Boston head into this game riding a wave of success, having secured three wins in their last four outings. The Bruins are averaging over three goals per game this season. However, their defense remains a concern, conceding more than two goals per game both at home and on the road. Notably, Boston excels in the second period.
Trends indicate a high overall efficiency for the team. In matchups against Tampa, Boston consistently scores between two and five goals.
Match Results: Boston Bruins
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 69;
- First period wins at home for the hosts - 3; for the visitors - 12;
- Average total in the first period: 1.51;
- Today's home team averages 0.75 goals in the first period, while the visitors average 0.75.
First Period Stats: Tampa Bay Lightning (home) vs Boston Bruins (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 24 vs 25;
- Number of wins: 11 (45.83%) vs 5 (20%);
- Number of losses: 7 (29.17%) vs 10 (40%);
- Number of draws: 6 (25%) vs 10 (40%).
- Average goals scored: 1 vs 0.8;
- Average goals conceded: 0.79 vs 1.16.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 5;
- Number of losses: 3 vs 4;
- Number of draws: 4 vs 1;
- Average total in the first period: 1.8 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 1) vs 1.8 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.8).
- Tampa Bay Lightning scored under 1.5 goals in the 1st period in 18 of last 19 games against Boston Bruins (NHL).
- Tampa Bay Lightning scored under 1.5 goals in the 1st period in 8 of last 9 games (NHL).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- Number of encounters - 69;
- Number of wins for the home team - 32, for the away team - 36.
- Boston Bruins won with a +2.5 handicap in 17 of last 19 games against Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total goals per match for the home team - 2.75, for the away team - 2.9;
- average total goals in H2H - 5.07;
- both teams scored in the 1st period - 24 once;
- both teams scored in the 2nd period - 26 once;
- both teams scored in the 3rd period - 29 once.
Statistics: Tampa Bay Lightning vs Boston Bruins
- average total in the tournament: 5.83 vs 6.29;
- average total goals scored: 3.52 vs 3.38;
- average total goals conceded: 2.52 vs 3.11;
- Tampa Bay Lightning: average total at home in the tournament - 3.13;
- Boston Bruins: average total away in the tournament - 3.16;
- last 10 matches (average total goals scored): 3.7 (home - 3.33) vs 3.5 (away - 3.33).
- Boston Bruins scored over 1.5 goals in 16 of last 18 games against Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Boston Bruins promises to be a real test for both teams due to their potent offensive lines and shaky defenses. An aggressive game with plenty of goals is expected, particularly from the visitors in the second period, as trends indicate Boston's scoring prowess. Considering the head-to-head statistics and the current form of both teams, betting on the total over 5.5 seems like a reasonable choice.No comments
Betting Tips: Tampa Bay Lightning - Boston Bruins
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