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Lightning vs. Maple Leafs: Game Preview, Predictions & How to Watch

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Lightning vs. Maple Leafs: Game Preview, Predictions & How to WatchSource: nhl.com
Get ready for the Tampa Bay Lightning to face off against the Toronto Maple Leafs on March 7, 2026! This article provides a comprehensive preview, including projected lineups, expert predictions, and viewing options.

Key Insights

The Lightning (38-18-4) visit the Maple Leafs (27-25-11) on March 7, 2026, at 7 p.m. ET.

Corey Perry is set to debut for the Lightning after being traded from the Kings.

Expert picks suggest an Over 6 total goals, with potential goal props for Point, Knies and Cowan.

The Lightning are favored with a -210 moneyline, while the Maple Leafs are at +170.

Key players to watch include Tampa’s Nikita Kucherov (96 points) and Toronto’s William Nylander (58 points).

Why this matters:: Stay informed to make smart betting decisions and enhance your viewing experience.

In-Depth Analysis

Projected Lineups

Lightning:

Jake Guentzel -- Brayden Point -- Nikita Kucherov

Oliver Bjorkstrand - Anthony Cirelli -- Brandon Hagel

Zemgus Girgensons -- Yanni Gourde -- Pontus Holmberg

Scott Sabourin -- Connor Geekie -- Corey Perry

J.J. Moser -- Darren Raddysh

Ryan McDonagh -- Erik Cernak

Victor Hedman -- Charle-Edouard D'Astous

Andrei Vasilevskiy

Jonas Johansson

Maple Leafs:

Matias Maccelli -- Auston Matthews -- William Nylander

Matthew Knies -- John Tavares -- Easton Cowan

Nicholas Robertson -- Max Domi -- Dakota Joshua

Steven Lorentz -- Jacob Quillan -- Calle Jarnkrok

Morgan Rielly -- Brandon Carlo

Jake McCabe -- Oliver Ekman-Larsson

Simon Benoit -- Troy Stecher

Anthony Stolarz

Joseph Woll

Expert Predictions

Jonathan Davis from VSiN provides these insights:

Over/Under:: Over 6 goals (-134)

Player Props:

Brayden Point anytime goal (+165)

Easton Cowan anytime goal (+440)

Morgan Rielly Over 1.5 shots on goal (-120)

Matthew Knies anytime goal (+325)

Corey Perry anytime goal (+380)

How to Watch

TV:: NHL Network, CBC, SNO, The Spot

Streaming:: Check local listings for streaming options.

Betting Odds (via BetMGM)

Puck Line:: Lightning -1.5 (+110) | Maple Leafs +1.5 (-135)

Moneyline:: Lightning -220 | Maple Leafs +180

Total:: Over 6.5 (-105) | Under 6.5 (-115)

FAQs

Where is the game being played?

Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.

What time does the game start?

7 p.m. ET.

Where can I get tickets?

Check StubHub&ref=yanuki.com.

What are the injury reports?

Key injuries include Max Crozier, Dominic James, and Nicholas Paul for the Lightning, and Christopher Tanev for the Maple Leafs.

Key Takeaways

Corey Perry's debut adds an element of intrigue to the Lightning's forward lines.

The expert leans towards a high-scoring game, so consider the Over.

Keep an eye on Brayden Point and Matthew Knies for potential goal-scoring opportunities.

Monitor injury reports for last-minute lineup changes.

Discussion

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