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Tampa Bay Lightning Set to Clash with Colorado Avalanche at Amalie Arena

As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare to host the Colorado Avalanche at Amalie Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its recent success. The Lightning have been on a roll, showcasing a solid performance in their past games. With an impressive win against the St. Louis Blues where they dominated with six goals and a shooting percentage of 18 percent, they've proven their offensive capabilities.


Nov 27, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Jack Johnson (3) hits Tampa Bay Lightning center Michael Eyssimont (23) during the third period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Their faceoff win percentage stood out at 58 percent against the Blues, indicating strong puck control which could be crucial in their upcoming game. Additionally, their power play opportunities were capitalized with a goal, showing that special teams could play a significant role against the Avalanche.


In another remarkable game versus the Vegas Golden Knights, Tampa Bay triumphed with five goals and maintained a shooting percentage of 14 percent. Their powerplay was lethal as well; scoring two goals from four opportunities is an indicator of how effective they can be when given the chance.


Nov 27, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) during the second period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

The most recent match-up saw them edge out Washington Capitals in a shootout victory after tying in regulation time. Although it was a low-scoring affair for both sides during regulation time, Tampa Bay's resilience paid off as they clinched victory through shootouts.


The venue might influence this upcoming game as playing on home ice has been favorable for Tampa Bay recently – evident from full attendance figures and victories at Amalie Arena. The team will look to leverage this home advantage and maintain its winning momentum when facing off against Colorado Avalanche.


Nov 27, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche goaltender Alexandar Georgiev (40) makes a save in the third period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch all the action on February 16th at Amalie Arena or tune into ESPN+ nationally or BSSUN locally for coverage starting from midnight Eastern Time.

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