Wild vs Lightning statistics
| Stat |
Wild |
Lightning |
| Goals For per Game |
3.33 |
4.33 |
| Goals Against per Game |
1.83 |
3.33 |
| Shots per Game |
29.0 |
29.2 |
| Shots Against per Game |
29.8 |
27.5 |
| Power Play Goals |
6 |
5 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
3 |
7 |
| Short Handed Goals |
1 |
1 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
24 |
57 |
| Power Play Percentage |
33.3 |
20.8 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
75.0 |
68.2 |
Tampa Bay Lightning recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/22/24 |
@ New Jersey Devils |
W |
8-5 |
| 10/21/24 |
@ Toronto Maple Leafs |
L |
5-2 |
| 10/19/24 |
@ Ottawa Senators |
L |
5-4 |
| 10/17/24 |
vs Vegas Golden Knights |
W |
4-3 |
| 10/15/24 |
vs Vancouver Canucks |
W |
4-1 |
Minnesota Wild recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/22/24 |
@ Florida Panthers |
W |
5-1 |
| 10/19/24 |
@ Columbus Blue Jackets |
W |
3-1 |
| 10/15/24 |
@ St. Louis Blues |
W |
4-1 |
| 10/13/24 |
@ Winnipeg Jets |
L |
2-1 OT |
| 10/12/24 |
vs Seattle Kraken |
L |
5-4 SO |
Wild vs Lightning predictions
As the Minnesota Wild hit the ice aiming to keep their undefeated streak in road games intact, all eyes are naturally on their star players who have been pivotal so far. Kirill Kaprizov, fresh off a recent assist-spree, is looking like he might once again be a key playmaker in this matchup. With 8 assists under his belt, it won't be surprising to see him carve through the Lightning’s defense, setting up critical plays. Meanwhile, Mats Zuccarello, who’s leading the team with 4 goals, definitely knows how to find the back of the net and could very well add to his tally. The synergy between these skilled forwards could prove instrumental in dissecting the Lightning’s setup.
Shifting focus to the Tampa Bay Lightning, Nikita Kucherov is definitely the man to watch. Having racked up 7 goals this season, his offensive firepower is nothing less than impressive. Coupled with Anthony Cirelli, who's dished out 7 assists, they form a threatening duo that the Wild’s defense will have to seriously reckon with. Kucherov's knack for decisive plays and Cirelli's eye for setting up his teammates can ignite momentum for the Lightning, especially playing in front of an energetic home crowd.
Given the explosive talent on both rosters, this game promises to be a tightly contested affair. However, the Wild’s unbeaten record on the road coupled with the high-energy performances from Kaprizov and Zuccarello might just tilt the scales in their favor. Given the strong start they’ve had this season, I’d lean towards a continuation of their winning ways when they face off against the Lightning. Let’s buckle up for what should be another thrilling chapter in their increasingly impressive campaign. What do you think, could the Wild extend their streak, or will the Lightning strike them down at home?
Tampa Bay Lightning injuries
- Michael Eyssimont (C): Injured Reserve
- Luke Glendening (C): Day-To-Day
- Jake Guentzel (C): Day-To-Day
- Jack Finley (C): Injured Reserve
- Gabriel Fortier (LW): Injured Reserve
Minnesota Wild injuries
- Jared Spurgeon (D): Day-To-Day
- Ryan Hartman (RW): Day-To-Day
- Joel Eriksson Ek (C): Day-To-Day
- Marcus Johansson (LW): Day-To-Day
- Declan Chisholm (D): Day-To-Day
Wild vs Lightning game info
| Venue |
Amalie Arena |
| Location |
Tampa, FL |
| Puck drop |
Thu 7:00 PM |
