Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Tampa Bay Lightning taking on the New Jersey Devils. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

Time: 7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)

How to watch: The Spot, SN, NHLN, MSGSN

Location: Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL

2024–25 Season Series: Tampa Bay 2 New Jersey 1

Tampa Bay Lightning Outlook

The Bolts (9-7-2) host the New Jersey Devils (13-4-1) in a matchup featuring speed and skill. Tampa is coming off a 6-2 d

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