The Lightning will play the Kraken on Saturday, December 9th, 2023. Your timezone's face off time is 10:08 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Moneyline Mage
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Tampa Bay Lightning will be taking on the Seattle Kraken on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 in what promises to be another exiting matchup of the 2023-24 NHL regular season. The following are some important performance metrics and team stats to consider before placing a wager. Keep an eye on these numbers. Trends for each team will develop as the 2023-24 season progresses.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Tampa Bay Lightning currently have a 90.00 SportsBetting3.com power ranking so far this season. Meanwhile, the Seattle Kraken head into this game with a 85.67 power ranking.
- Away Tampa Bay Lightning - With the NHL season now underway, the Tampa Bay Lightning have a 4-8-2 record as an away team, ranking them 8th in the league for away team wins. The Tampa Bay Lightning now rank 4th for away team losses.
- Home Seattle Kraken - The Seattle Kraken possess a 4-7-1 record as a home team. That record ranks them 6th in the league for home team wins. On the other hand, they rank 3rd for home team losses.
- Goals Scored - The Tampa Bay Lightning rank 4th (91) for goals scored in the 2023-24 NHL season. Their opponent for this matchup, the Seattle Kraken, currently rank 20th (71) in the league for goals scored.
- Goals Against - The number of goals scored against a team is one indicator of its defensive capabilities. The Tampa Bay Lightning rank 2nd (99) in the league for goals scored against them. On the other side of the ice, the Seattle Kraken have given up 94 goals this season, ranking them 3rd in the league.
- Shootout Records - If the game is tied at the end of regulation and overtime, a shootout will be held to determine the winner. Currently, the Tampa Bay Lightning have a 0-0 shootout win-loss record, with the Seattle Kraken owning a 1-3 shootout record.
- Team Records - The Tampa Bay Lightning have a 12-11-5 record and the Seattle Kraken hold a 8-13-6 so far in the 2023-24 NHL regular season.
Moneyline Mage
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Welcome, fellow hockey enthusiasts, to the magical realm of the ice kingdom! The 2023-24 NHL season is now underway, and the Tampa Bay Lightning are soaring to Seattle to face the mighty Kraken. Brace yourselves for a clash of titans on Saturday, December 9th, 2023, as these teams battle for dominance in an important matchup of the regular season.
With a standing of 12-11-5, the Lightning bring their thunderous power to the ice, boasting a 0.429 win percentage. With 29 points tallied, their electric offense will surely put the Kraken's defense to the test. On the other side, the Seattle Kraken, with a standing of 8-13-6, are hungry for victory. Their 0.296 win percentage and 22 points show their determination to rise from the depths.
Before the puck drops, take a moment to analyze the odds and unleash your inner wizardry. See this game's prop bets below and consider placing a bet at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM. The stakes are high, and the magic of hockey awaits those who dare to predict the outcome.
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So, gather your potions, equip your lucky charms, and join us as we witness the clash of ice and fire. The Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Seattle Kraken, two mighty forces colliding in a battle for glory. Will the Lightning strike with thunderous victory, or will the Kraken rise from the depths and claim dominion? Only time will unveil this mystical tale on the ice. Brace yourselves for a wizardly showdown of epic proportions!
Best Lightning at Kraken Odds
| Underdog Seattle Kraken | Favorite Tampa Bay Lightning |
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| Underdog Seattle Kraken | Favorite Tampa Bay Lightning |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Tampa Bay Lightning are the -115 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Seattle Kraken are the +100 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
The best over line is 6 -110 goals at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 6.5 -124 goals at BetRivers, and that means you risk $124 to win $100 betting the under.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are -1.5 +200 puck line favorites at BetMGM, while the Seattle Kraken are +1.5 -250 puck line underdogs at BetMGM.
NHL Odds Example
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Game |
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Lightning
Kraken
12/09/23 10:08pm EST | -115-105 |
- Seattle Kraken bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds. The implied probability for Seattle Kraken is 51.22%.
- Tampa Bay Lightning bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds. The implied probability for Tampa Bay Lightning is 53.49%.
Tampa Bay Lightning at Seattle Kraken Prop Bets
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Lightning
Kraken
Both Teams Score 2+ Goals
12/09/23 10:08pm EST | Yes -175No +130Bet |
Kraken
Total Goals
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 3 o -1103 u -125Bet |
Lightning
Total Goals
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 3 o -1203 u -115Bet |
Alexander Wennberg
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1200.5 u -160Bet |
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Anthony Cirelli
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1100.5 u -145Bet |
Brandon Hagel
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1450.5 u +105Bet |
Brayden Point
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1651.5 u -225Bet |
Eeli Tolvanen
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1350.5 u +100Bet |
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Jared McCann
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1350.5 u +100Bet |
Jordan Eberle
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1300.5 u -105Bet |
Matty Beniers
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1150.5 u -115Bet |
Nicholas Paul
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1150.5 u -150Bet |
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Nikita Kucherov
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 1.5 o -1301.5 u -105Bet |
Oliver Bjorkstrand
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1600.5 u +120Bet |
Steven Stamkos
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1751.5 u -250Bet |
Victor Hedman
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1550.5 u +115Bet |
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Vince Dunn
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1450.5 u +110Bet |
Yanni Gourde
Points Scored
TBL at STL 12/09/23 10:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1050.5 u -140Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | GP | W | L | OTL | wPct | Pts | ROW | GF | GA | Diff | Home | Away | SO | L10 | Strk |
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| x - Tampa Bay Lightning | 82 | 45 | 29 | 8 | 0.549 | 98 | 42 | 291 | 268 | +23.0 | 25-11-5 | 20-18-3 | 3-1 | 5-4-1 | W1 |
| Seattle Kraken | 82 | 34 | 35 | 13 | 0.415 | 81 | 31 | 217 | 236 | -19.0 | 17-18-6 | 17-17-7 | 3-4 | 4-6-0 | W1 |
Tampa Bay Lightning & Seattle Kraken Futures Odds
Latest Stanley Cup odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how Stanley Cup betting works. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NHL teasers, props and parlays.
Tampa Bay Lightning Stanley Cup Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Lightning | +4500 Bet | +4000 Bet |
No Stanley Cup TM Seattle Kraken YR: futures available
Tampa Bay Lightning & Seattle Kraken Team Pages
Review each team's season point total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken NHL Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at 10:08 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NHL page, look for the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NHL page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.