A3 – TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (51-23-8) / +150 DRAFTKINGS
This season was the first time in NHL history that all 8 teams in the same conference finished with over 100 points. We essentially knew our 8 playoff teams before 2022 even began. In a year of unprecedented parity, the Eastern Conference Playoffs lived up to the billing in the first round. For the first time since the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs, 3 of 4 first round series in the East went 7 games. I would expect much of the same in our second round series and we kick-off with potentially the most exciting matchup of the second round. Let’s start with our 2-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. It would be hard to imagine a tighter series than Tampa had in the first round with Toronto. Immense talent and star power on both sides lead to a high scoring fast paced series that could have gone back and forth seemingly forever. The Lightning prevailed, maintaining a status quo of sorts in the Universe where Tampa Bay wins and Toronto goes home in the first round. The upcoming series with the Panthers may actually be even more fun to watch.
It’s that time of the year again! One of the most exciting postseasons in all of sports is about to begin. With a lot of states legalizing sports wagering just recently there are surely a lot of folks out there who may want to get in on the action but are also new arrivals to the NHL landscape. Don’t worry, the Rahl Bets team has you covered! Down below you will see Brandon & I breakdown and predict every series in Round 1. For your convenience, we have also included which Sportsbook offers the best price for each particular team. After you check out the series summaries, keep scrolling and you will find our full playoff predictions, as well as those from Tanner & Shane. Enjoy!
This matchup is unique because each team took a turn at the trade deadline, in two very different directions. The Penguins came into mid-March playing much better than anyone expected before the season began. Tristan Jarry was playing levels above what anyone thought he could after last year, Crosby was still Crosby, and even Evgeni Malkin came off an extended injury lay-off and was on fire right out of the gate. Everything was looking great in Pittsburgh and fans were filled with hope (even if it was naive) that a couple moves at the deadline could have them right back in cup contention. Meanwhile, things in New York weren’t so bright.
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