Tampa Bay Lightning vs Boston Bruins predictions, Apr 04, 2026

Apr 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On April 4, 2026, the Tampa Bay Lightning will host the Boston Bruins in a highly anticipated NHL matchup. Both teams have displayed strong form recently, setting the stage for an exciting contest at the Amalie Arena.

The Lightning have won three of their last five games, showcasing their offensive capabilities and resilience. They boast a solid home advantage, and their ability to control the puck and create scoring opportunities will be crucial against the Bruins. Tampa Bay’s tactical strength lies in their swift transitions and aggressive forechecking, which often leads to advantageous scoring chances.

In contrast, the Boston Bruins have been in exceptional form, winning four of their last five matches. Their defensive discipline and ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes have made them a formidable opponent. The Bruins also have a history of success on the road, and their structured play combined with skilled puck management can pose significant challenges to Tampa Bay’s strategy.

According to bookmakers, Tampa Bay is favored with odds of 1.79 for a home win, while Boston’s odds sit at 3.67. Probability metrics suggest a 55.1% chance for a Lightning victory, but with both teams performing well, fans can expect a tightly contested match without guaranteed outcomes.

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Tampa Bay
51.5%		 Draw
21.5%		 Boston
27%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Tampa Bay Lightning: 15.91% Boston Bruins: 1.49%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 1.88 4.56 3.59
Pinnacle 1.84 4.35 3.51

Latest Results

31.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Montreal Canadiens – 1:4
29.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Nashville Predators – 3:2
28.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Ottawa Senators – 4:2
26.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Seattle Kraken – 3:4 OT
24.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Minnesota Wild – 6:3		 31.03.26 Boston Bruins – Dallas Stars – 6:3
29.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Boston Bruins – 3:4 penalties
28.03.26 Boston Bruins – Minnesota Wild – 6:3
25.03.26 Buffalo Sabres – Boston Bruins – 3:4 OT
24.03.26 Boston Bruins – Toronto Maple Leafs – 2:4

Facts

  • One of today’s top clashes will feature two teams fighting for the top spots (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 3.
  • Tampa Bay has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Boston is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Recently, Tampa Bay has had a series of home games.
  • Tampa Bay might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 58:62. (average 2.9:3.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tampa Bay won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 30:31. (average 3:3.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.02.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Boston Bruins – 6:5 penalties
    13.10.25 Boston Bruins – Tampa Bay Lightning – 3:4
    15.03.25 Boston Bruins – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:6
    08.03.25 Tampa Bay Lightning – Boston Bruins – 0:4
    14.01.25 Boston Bruins – Tampa Bay Lightning – 6:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche ✔ 74 43 6 10 15 283:193 108
    2 Dallas Stars ✔ 75 34 10 12 19 255:209 100
    3 Minnesota Wild 74 26 15 12 21 242:216 94
    4 Anaheim Ducks 75 24 17 5 29 252:260 87
    5 Edmonton Oilers 75 29 9 9 28 261:251 85
    6 Utah Mammoth 74 29 9 6 30 235:212 82
    7 Vegas Golden Knights 75 25 8 16 26 236:236 82
    8 Los Angeles Kings 74 19 11 18 26 197:223 78
    9 San Jose Sharks 73 23 12 7 31 224:260 77
    10 Nashville Predators 74 25 9 9 31 220:246 77
    11 Winnipeg Jets 74 25 7 12 30 213:228 76
    12 Seattle Kraken 73 25 7 11 30 206:227 75
    13 St. Louis Blues 74 27 4 12 31 196:234 74
    14 Calgary Flames 74 24 7 8 35 191:234 70
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 75 20 7 14 34 195:248 68
    16 Vancouver Canucks 74 15 7 8 44 195:283 52

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 74 34 13 6 21 263:218 100
    2 Buffalo Sabres 75 38 8 8 21 263:221 100
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 74 37 9 6 22 268:207 98
    4 Montreal Canadiens 74 31 12 10 21 262:234 96
    5 Boston Bruins 75 31 12 8 24 256:233 94
    6 Pittsburgh Penguins 75 31 7 16 21 263:238 92
    7 New York Islanders 76 28 14 5 29 222:221 89
    8 Columbus Blue Jackets 75 27 11 12 25 239:231 88
    9 Detroit Red Wings 74 28 11 8 27 216:223 86
    10 Ottawa Senators 74 32 6 10 26 247:230 86
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 74 23 14 12 25 220:225 86
    12 Washington Capitals 75 32 6 9 28 238:223 85
    13 New Jersey Devils 74 26 12 2 34 205:227 78
    14 Toronto Maple Leafs 75 23 9 13 30 235:264 77
    15 Florida Panthers 74 28 8 3 35 222:247 75
    16 New York Rangers 75 22 9 9 35 215:233 71

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 4 (20.89%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.25 (15.91%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6 (13.92%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 11 (7.6%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 13 (6.43%)

    6. Vegas Golden Knights: 15.5 (5.39%)

    7. Buffalo Sabres: 16.5 (5.06%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 17.5 (4.77%)

    9. Montreal Canadiens: 30 (2.78%)

    10. Ottawa Senators: 32.5 (2.57%)

    11. Pittsburgh Penguins: 32.5 (2.57%)

    12. Utah Mammoth: 32.5 (2.57%)

    13. Anaheim Ducks: 41 (2.04%)

    14. Columbus Blue Jackets: 53.5 (1.56%)

    15. Boston Bruins: 56 (1.49%)

    16. New York Islanders: 78.5 (1.06%)

    17. Detroit Red Wings: 101 (0.83%)

    18. Los Angeles Kings: 101 (0.83%)

    19. San Jose Sharks: 276 (0.3%)

    20. Philadelphia Flyers: 276 (0.3%)

    21. Nashville Predators: 326 (0.26%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 351 (0.24%)

    23. Washington Capitals: 451 (0.19%)

    24. Seattle Kraken: 551 (0.15%)

    25. St. Louis Blues: 876 (0.1%)

    26. New Jersey Devils: 1501 (0.06%)

    27. Calgary Flames: 2001 (0.04%)

    28. Chicago Blackhawks: 2501 (0.03%)

    29. Florida Panthers: 3001 (0.03%)

    30. Toronto Maple Leafs: 3001 (0.03%)

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