The Penguins will play the Lightning on Wednesday, December 6th, 2023. Your timezone's face off time is 7:08 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 Pittsburgh Penguins will be taking on the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, December 6th, 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 Pittsburgh Penguins currently have a 92.33 SportsBetting3.com power ranking so far this season. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Lightning head into this game with a 90.00 power ranking.
- Away Pittsburgh Penguins - With the NHL season now underway, the Pittsburgh Penguins have a 6-4-2 record as an away team, ranking them 5th in the league for away team wins. The Pittsburgh Penguins now rank 7th for away team losses.
- Home Tampa Bay Lightning - The Tampa Bay Lightning possess a 7-3-3 record as a home team. That record ranks them 3rd in the league for home team wins. On the other hand, they rank 6th for home team losses.
- Goals Scored - The Pittsburgh Penguins rank 12th (73) for goals scored in the 2023-24 NHL season. Their opponent for this matchup, the Tampa Bay Lightning, currently rank 2nd (87) in the league for goals scored.
- Goals Against - The number of goals scored against a team is one indicator of its defensive capabilities. The Pittsburgh Penguins rank 20th (63) in the league for goals scored against them. On the other side of the ice, the Tampa Bay Lightning have given up 93 goals this season, ranking them 2nd 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 Pittsburgh Penguins have a 0-1 shootout win-loss record, with the Tampa Bay Lightning owning a 0-0 shootout record.
- Team Records - The Pittsburgh Penguins have a 11-10-3 record and the Tampa Bay Lightning hold a 11-10-5 so far in the 2023-24 NHL regular season.
Moneyline Mage
Spelling out the winners with humor since the middle ages.
Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round for a wizardly tale of ice and magic! On Wednesday, December 6th, 2023, the Pittsburgh Penguins, standing at 11-10-3, will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning, with an 11-10-5 record, in a clash of titans during the 2023-24 NHL regular season. The enchanted puck will be set in motion as the Penguins aim to improve their 0.458 win percentage and 25 points, while the Lightning will seek to elevate their 0.423 win percentage and 27 points.
As we delve into this crucial matchup, let's analyze the odds before the game begins. Will the Penguins cast their spell of victory upon the Lightning's home ice, or will the Lightning conjure up a dazzling display of skill and resilience? Only time will unveil the answer. But fret not, my fellow sorcerers, for we have prop bets to ponder upon. Study them well, for they may guide your magical instincts.
Should you feel the urge to test your wizardry, consider placing a bet at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM. Channel your inner Merlin and place your wagers wisely. And fear not, for if you seek guidance on the ancient art of betting on the icy battles of hockey, venture forth to SportsBetting3.com. There, you shall uncover the secrets of the mystic odds.
Now, as the stage is set for this monumental clash, let us be mesmerized by the power of the puck. May the wizards in skates leave us awestruck with their formidable skills and enchanting teamwork. Brace yourselves, for an epic showdown is about to unfold, where the fate of these two noble teams shall be decided upon the sacred ice.
Best Penguins at Lightning Odds
| Underdog Pittsburgh Penguins | Favorite Tampa Bay Lightning |
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| Underdog Pittsburgh Penguins | Favorite Tampa Bay Lightning |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Tampa Bay Lightning are the -130 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Pittsburgh Penguins are the +110 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 6.5 -110 goals at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 6.5 -110 goals at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are -1.5 +180 puck line favorites at BetMGM, while the Pittsburgh Penguins are +1.5 -225 puck line underdogs at BetMGM.
NHL Odds Example
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Game |
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Penguins
Lightning
12/06/23 7:08pm EST | +110-130 |
- Pittsburgh Penguins bettors risk $100 to win $110 at +110 odds. The implied probability for Pittsburgh Penguins is 47.62%.
- Tampa Bay Lightning bettors risk $100 to win $76.92 at -130 odds. The implied probability for Tampa Bay Lightning is 56.52%.
Pittsburgh Penguins at Tampa Bay Lightning Prop Bets
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Penguins
Lightning
Both Teams Score 2+ Goals
12/06/23 7:08pm EST | Yes -210No +155Bet |
Penguins
Total Goals
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 3 o -1203 u -120Bet |
Lightning
Total Goals
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 3.5 o +1003.5 u -140Bet |
Anthony Cirelli
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1000.5 u -135Bet |
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Brandon Hagel
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1500.5 u +115Bet |
Brayden Point
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1751.5 u -250Bet |
Bryan Rust
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1400.5 u +105Bet |
Erik Karlsson
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1650.5 u +125Bet |
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Evgeni Malkin
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1750.5 u +135Bet |
Jake Guentzel
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1551.5 u -210Bet |
Kris Letang
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1200.5 u -115Bet |
Nicholas Paul
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1200.5 u -160Bet |
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Nikita Kucherov
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 1.5 o -1301.5 u -105Bet |
Reilly Smith
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1100.5 u -150Bet |
Sidney Crosby
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1601.5 u -225Bet |
Steven Stamkos
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1601.5 u -225Bet |
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Victor Hedman
Points Scored
PIT at TBL 12/06/23 7:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1550.5 u +115Bet |
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 |
| Pittsburgh Penguins | 82 | 38 | 32 | 12 | 0.463 | 88 | 36 | 255 | 251 | +4.0 | 23-14-4 | 15-18-8 | 2-3 | 6-2-2 | L1 |
Pittsburgh Penguins & Tampa Bay Lightning 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.
Pittsburgh Penguins Stanley Cup Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Penguins | +15000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Lightning | +1600 Bet |
Pittsburgh Penguins & Tampa Bay Lightning 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 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning 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 Wednesday, December 6th, 2023 at 7:08 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 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NHL page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning 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.