The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs commence with a thrilling matchup between the Florida Panthers and the Tampa Bay Lightning. Game 1 is set for Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 8:30 PM ET at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. This marks the fourth postseason meeting between these in-state rivals, promising an intense series.
TV Channels and Streaming Options
United States:
- TV: ESPN
- Streaming: FuboTV (free trial), Sling TV
Canada:
- TV: Sportsnet 360 (SN360), TVA Sports 2 (TVAS2)
- Streaming: Sportsnet Plus
For viewers facing regional restrictions, using a VPN service like NordVPN can provide access to streaming platforms.
Team Records and Season Overview
Florida Panthers:
- Record: 47–31–4 (98 points)
- Division Rank: 3rd in Atlantic Division
- Top Scorer: Sam Reinhart (39 goals, 81 points)
- Captain: Aleksander Barkov
Tampa Bay Lightning:
- Record: 47–27–8 (102 points)
- Division Rank: 2nd in Atlantic Division
- Top Scorer: Nikita Kucherov (115 points)
- Captain: Victor Hedman
In their last regular-season encounter on April 16, the Lightning defeated the Panthers 5-1, showcasing their offensive prowess.
Game Prediction
Given Tampa Bay’s strong home record (29–8–4) and recent performance, they are favored to win Game 1. However, the Panthers, as defending Stanley Cup champions, have the experience to challenge the Lightning.
Predicted Score: Tampa Bay Lightning 4, Florida Panthers 2
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