New Jersey Devils Set to Face Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena
As the New Jersey Devils prepare to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics will play a crucial role. The Devils have shown resilience in their past performances, with varying outcomes that provide insights into their current form.
Analyzing the past three games, the Devils have experienced both highs and lows. In their most recent match against the Detroit Red Wings, they secured a narrow victory with a 3-2 scoreline. Their shooting percentage stood at 8 percent with an even-strength goal tally of three. The goaltending was solid, boasting a save percentage of around 92 percent.
However, this win followed a challenging defeat against the Edmonton Oilers where they were outscored 6-3 despite having home advantage. The team's save percentage dipped to approximately 84 percent during this encounter, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities when faced with high offensive pressure.
The game prior to that saw them engage in an intense battle against the Philadelphia Flyers which extended into overtime. Although they lost by just one goal (3-2), it's worth noting that their faceoff win rate was impressive at over 60 percent and goaltending maintained a save percentage close to 89 percent.
The upcoming game is set in Tampa's territory – Amalie Arena – which could influence play as home ice advantage often plays its part in hockey dynamics. Fans should watch for how well the Devils can maintain puck control during faceoffs and whether they can capitalize on powerplay opportunities given their previous performance metrics.
It's also essential for New Jersey’s defense to step up after allowing six goals against Edmonton; tightening up defensively could be key in thwarting Tampa Bay’s lightning strikes.
Devils enthusiasts should mark their calendars for January 28th when these two teams clash head-on. The puck drops at midnight UTC time (7 PM Eastern Time), and fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ or tune into MSGSN2 for local coverage if away from screens.