Final Score: Panthers 1 - Lightning 6
Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET

Panthers @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Panthers
29-27 Rating 1542
Form: LLLLW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.7
Lightning
36-18 Rating 1574
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Panthers Lightning
All-time wins 90 84
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.1 2.9
Last meeting 2 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Panthers Lightning
Games played 56 54
Avg goals scored 3.1 3.6
Avg goals conceded 3.3 2.6
Win percentage 52% 67%
Away win % / Home win % 56% 65%