As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare to host the Los Angeles Kings at Amalie Arena, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics will play a crucial role. The Lightning have shown resilience and skill in their past performances, which could be pivotal in the upcoming match.

Dec 23, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Luke Glendening (11) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Washington Capitals in the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

In their most recent game against the Boston Bruins, Tampa Bay emerged victorious with a 3-2 win. Their offense was efficient, boasting an 8 percent shooting percentage while successfully winning 54 percent of faceoffs. This victory showcased their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and control the puck during critical moments of play.

Prior to that triumph, they secured another win against the Minnesota Wild with an impressive four goals scored and a shooting percentage of 10 percent. Their faceoff win rate remained consistent at around 54 percent, indicating strong performance in puck possession battles – an essential factor for maintaining offensive pressure.

However, it's important to note that in an away game against the Calgary Flames before these two wins, Tampa Bay faced defeat despite scoring three goals. A lower save percentage of around 85 percent compared to previous games suggests that goaltending could be a decisive factor against the Kings.

Amalie Arena has been a fortress for Tampa Bay; playing on home ice has provided them with an edge as seen in their recent successes there. With solid goaltending and effective special teams play – particularly powerplay opportunities – they have demonstrated why they are formidable opponents at home.

The upcoming game promises to be exciting as both teams bring their strengths onto the ice. Fans should look forward to witnessing how Tampa Bay leverages its offensive capabilities and whether they can continue dominating faceoffs which have been instrumental in controlling game tempo.

The clash between Tampa Bay Lightning and Los Angeles Kings is scheduled for January 29th at Amalie Arena. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ or BSSUN starting from local time or join fellow supporters at Amalie Arena for what promises to be an enthralling encounter.

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