Bet on Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs on Ice Hockey

Tampa Bay Lightning are favored to win due to their stronger recent form and higher standing in the Atlantic Division, holding a 10-7-2 record with a 95.1% playoff chance compared to Toronto Maple Leafs' 9-9-2 record and 24.9% playoff chance. Tampa Bay's odds to win are around 1.75, while Toronto is closer to 2.20, reflecting Tampa Bay's better health and offensive potential. DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports offers competitive odds for this matchup.

The match starts at 12:30 AM on December 9, 2025, Eastern Standard Time (EST), aligning with the NHL's typical scheduling for prime-time games.

The game will be held at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, the home venue for the Tampa Bay Lightning, which has a seating capacity of approximately 19,092 and is known for its energetic atmosphere and modern facilities.

Prediction favors Tampa Bay Lightning to win, supported by their recent 7 wins in 8 games and a power play that is improving after early struggles. Their odds at 1.75 on DexWin reflect their stronger squad depth and better injury management compared to Toronto, who are struggling without key player Mitch Marner.

Head-to-head, Tampa Bay and Toronto have a storied rivalry with Toronto leading the regular season series historically, but Tampa Bay has had the upper hand in recent playoff encounters, including winning the 2021 first-round series. Their matchups are often close, with Tampa Bay winning 4 of the last 6 meetings, indicating a competitive but slightly favorable edge for Tampa Bay.