Tampa Bay at Columbus

Tampa Bay has it all, tops in the NHL in goals scored and on the power play, plus third in goals allowed. The Lightning is 22-7 against winning teams, as well as a sizzling 18-7 run on the road. Explosive Tampa Bay has won 10 of its last 12 games, winning by more than one goal seven times. They face a Columbus squad that is #17 in the NHL in goals scored and #31 on the power play. The Blue Jackets are on a 3-6 run and have allowed four or more goals in three of the last six. The defense has allowed 10 goals the last two games, including losing the last game as a favorite to Ottawa, 5-4. Tampa Bay has won both matchups this season by a 7-4 count, and the wagering value is on the best team in hockey to win by more than one goal. Play Tampa Bay on the puckline.