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Tampa Bay Lightning Set to Strike at Philadelphia's Wells Fargo Center

As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare to face off against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Wells Fargo Center, fans can anticipate an electrifying game. The Lightning have been showcasing a strong performance in their recent matchups, with a notable trend of success on home ice.


Dec 23, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) squirts his face with water during a timeout against the Washington Capitals in the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against the Washington Capitals, Tampa Bay secured a win through a shootout, demonstrating resilience and clutch performance under pressure. Their goaltending was particularly impressive with a save percentage of 97 percent, reflecting their ability to keep games close and competitive.


The previous encounter saw the Lightning overpowering the Vegas Golden Knights with an offensive onslaught that resulted in five goals. Their powerplay unit was effective, converting two out of four opportunities which could be pivotal in their upcoming game if they maintain this efficiency.


Another aspect worth noting is Tampa Bay's faceoff prowess; they won over half of their faceoffs in both mentioned games. This skill will be crucial for controlling possession and dictating play against Philadelphia.


However, it wasn't all smooth sailing as they faced some challenges during these games. Despite winning against St. Louis Blues with six goals to one, there were moments where discipline could have cost them — accumulating six penalties throughout that game.


Looking ahead to their next challenge at Wells Fargo Center — known for its raucous atmosphere which can energize home teams — maintaining composure will be key for Tampa Bay if they wish to silence the Flyers' fans and add another victory to their record.


Fans eager to catch this matchup can tune in on January 24th when these two teams clash on ESPN+, NBCS-PH or BSSUN (channel 653). The puck drops at midnight UTC time (7 PM Eastern Time), so mark your calendars for what promises to be an exciting battle on ice!

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