TB was one of the top teams at home in the NHL last season going 28-8-5.

The Lightning should find the back of the net at will with Nikita Kucherov, Steven Stamkos, and the rest of the forward unit creating open shots with great puck movement and a strong offensive zone presence. The Lightning should limit the Predators offense, which averaged only 2.70 goals per game last season. The Lightning defense will step it up in the defensive zone and limit shots.
The Lightning should win the game with a strong performance at home in the opening game of the NHL SEASON.