Lightning vs. Bruins Preview, Odds, Team News, Stats, and Picks (Apr 4)
- When: Saturday, April 4, 2026. 5:00 PM ET
- Where: Benchmark International Arena, Tampa Bay
- How to Watch: ESPN+
| Game Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Tampa Bay Lightning | TBD |
| Boston Bruins | TBD |
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins Preview
Competitive action in the NHL continues on April 4, as direct rivals for playoff places in the Eastern Conference lock horns. The Boston Bruins will be chasing a return to winning ways, while the Tampa Bay Lightning will have their sights set on successive wins.
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Tampa Bay Lightning Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 45-21-6
- Home Record: 21-12-1
- Road Record: 23-9-5
- Top Goal Scorer: Brayden Point (42)
The Tampa Bay Lightning’s spot in the post-season could be assured over the next seven days. It has been a consistent campaign for Tampa, winning 47 times overall in 2025-26, which includes victories in seven of their last ten.
The Lightning have also been difficult to beat over the same period, suffering just one regulation time loss. Tampa oozed class in their latest outing, as Anthony Cirelli scored three times in a dominant home 6-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Injury News:
Victor Hedman (Injured Reserve) Brandon Hagel (Out) Maxwell Crozier (Injured Reserve) Scott Sabourin (Out)
Boston Bruins Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 43-24-8
- Home Record: 28-10-1
- Road Record: 15-14-7
- Top Goal Scorer: Morgan Geekie (34)
Marco Sturm’s Boston Bruins still have a challenge on their hands to achieve a playoff berth in 2025-26. Boston currently sits fourth in the Atlantic Division, but the competitive nature of the division means that they are just six points adrift of the Lightning at the summit.
The Bruins have recorded wins in six of their last ten, suffering just two regulation time defeats over the same period. But, a response will be required this weekend following a 2-1 road loss against the Florida Panthers on Thursday evening.
Injury News:
Mason Lohrei (Out) Dans Locmelis (Out)
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Boston Bruins Pick
The Bruins have struggled for regular wins on their travels this season, meaning that the consistent Lightning are the logical angle worth following when making picks this weekend.
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