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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Minnesota Wild predictions, Mar 24, 2026

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On March 24, 2026, the Tampa Bay Lightning will host the Minnesota Wild in what promises to be an exciting NHL matchup. With both teams jockeying for playoff positioning, the stakes are high.

The Lightning, having won four of their last five games, are showcasing strong offensive capabilities and defensive resilience. Their recent form indicates a well-rounded approach, leveraging a potent power play alongside effective shot suppression. The home advantage will further bolster their confidence, as they aim to capitalize on familiar surroundings.

In contrast, the Minnesota Wild have struggled somewhat, with only two wins in their last five outings. Despite this, their tactical discipline and defensive structure can challenge opponents; they are known for their ability to transition quickly and counter effectively, which could pose problems for Tampa Bay’s defense.

Bookmakers favor the Lightning with odds of 1.94 for a home win, reflecting their current form and home ice advantage. The model prediction suggests a 49.2% chance for a Tampa Bay victory, while the Wild’s chances for an upset sit at 29.9%.

With both teams having distinct strengths, this matchup promises to be closely contested, but as with any hockey game, the outcome remains uncertain.

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Tampa Bay
48.7%		 Draw
21%		 Minnesota
30.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Tampa Bay Lightning: 15.77% Minnesota Wild: 4.87%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.99 4.67 3.19
1.94 4.47 3.13

Latest Results

21.03.26 Edmonton Oilers – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:5
19.03.26 Vancouver Canucks – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:6
17.03.26 Seattle Kraken – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:6
14.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Carolina Hurricanes – 2:4
12.03.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – Detroit Red Wings – 4:1		 21.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Dallas Stars – 2:1 OT
19.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Chicago Blackhawks – 1:2
17.03.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Minnesota Wild – 3:4 OT
15.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Toronto Maple Leafs – 2:4
14.03.26 Minnesota Wild – New York Rangers – 2:4

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 2.
  • Tampa Bay is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • In recent matches, Minnesota has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Recently, Minnesota has had a series of home games.
  • Tampa Bay is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • We predict that Tampa Bay will win today’s game, with odds of 1.97.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 54:61. (average 2.7:3.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tampa Bay won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 34:25. (average 3.4:2.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Tampa Bay Lightning – 5:1
    01.11.24 Minnesota Wild – Tampa Bay Lightning – 5:3
    24.10.24 Tampa Bay Lightning – Minnesota Wild – 2:4
    18.01.24 Tampa Bay Lightning – Minnesota Wild – 7:3
    04.01.24 Minnesota Wild – Tampa Bay Lightning – 1:4

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche ✔ 68 40 5 10 13 254:173 100
    2 Dallas Stars 69 33 10 11 15 238:187 97
    3 Minnesota Wild 71 25 15 12 19 233:202 92
    4 Anaheim Ducks 69 23 15 4 27 229:237 80
    5 Utah Mammoth 70 28 8 6 28 219:195 78
    6 Edmonton Oilers 71 26 8 9 28 245:244 77
    7 Vegas Golden Knights 70 23 8 14 25 221:219 76
    8 Nashville Predators 69 24 8 9 28 206:230 73
    9 Los Angeles Kings 69 18 10 16 25 184:209 72
    10 Seattle Kraken 69 25 6 9 29 196:213 71
    11 San Jose Sharks 68 20 12 6 30 208:243 70
    12 Winnipeg Jets 69 23 5 12 29 196:217 68
    13 St. Louis Blues 69 25 3 11 30 181:225 67
    14 Chicago Blackhawks 69 19 7 12 31 181:222 64
    15 Calgary Flames 69 23 5 7 34 173:214 63
    16 Vancouver Canucks 69 14 7 8 40 179:257 50

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 69 31 13 6 19 245:205 94
    2 Buffalo Sabres 70 37 7 6 20 246:201 94
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 68 34 9 4 21 248:188 90
    4 Montreal Canadiens 69 26 12 10 21 244:228 86
    5 Pittsburgh Penguins 69 29 6 16 18 240:214 86
    6 Boston Bruins 70 29 10 8 23 234:217 86
    7 Columbus Blue Jackets 69 26 11 11 21 228:214 85
    8 Detroit Red Wings 70 27 11 8 24 205:208 84
    9 New York Islanders 70 25 14 5 26 205:202 83
    10 Ottawa Senators 69 30 6 9 24 234:213 81
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 69 21 13 12 23 202:211 80
    12 Washington Capitals 70 30 5 8 27 218:205 78
    13 New Jersey Devils 69 23 12 2 32 187:209 72
    14 Florida Panthers 69 27 7 3 32 206:229 71
    15 Toronto Maple Leafs 71 21 8 13 29 221:250 71
    16 New York Rangers 69 19 9 8 33 196:221 64

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.95 (20.96%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.25 (15.77%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6.25 (13.25%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 10 (8.28%)

    5. Vegas Golden Knights: 13.5 (6.13%)

    6. Edmonton Oilers: 14.5 (5.71%)

    7. Buffalo Sabres: 16 (5.18%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 17 (4.87%)

    9. Utah Mammoth: 31 (2.67%)

    10. Pittsburgh Penguins: 36 (2.3%)

    11. Ottawa Senators: 38.5 (2.15%)

    12. Columbus Blue Jackets: 41 (2.02%)

    13. Montreal Canadiens: 41 (2.02%)

    14. Anaheim Ducks: 43.5 (1.9%)

    15. Detroit Red Wings: 53.5 (1.55%)

    16. New York Islanders: 64 (1.29%)

    17. Los Angeles Kings: 64 (1.29%)

    18. Boston Bruins: 101 (0.82%)

    19. San Jose Sharks: 201 (0.41%)

    20. Washington Capitals: 276 (0.3%)

    21. Seattle Kraken: 351 (0.24%)

    22. Nashville Predators: 401 (0.21%)

    23. Winnipeg Jets: 501 (0.17%)

    24. Philadelphia Flyers: 751 (0.11%)

    25. Florida Panthers: 1251 (0.07%)

    26. New Jersey Devils: 1251 (0.07%)

    27. Toronto Maple Leafs: 1501 (0.06%)

    28. St. Louis Blues: 1501 (0.06%)

    29. New York Rangers: 1751 (0.05%)

    30. Calgary Flames: 2001 (0.04%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 2001 (0.04%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 3001 (0.03%)

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