The Utah Mammoth (27-20-4) and Tampa Bay Lightning (32-14-4) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. EST at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Fla. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Lightning are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6.5 (+105o / -125u). The Lightning are a -175 favorite to win outright, while the Mammoth are +145 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Mammoth vs. Lightning predictions and NHL picks.
Mammoth vs. Lightning Odds, Pick
| Utah Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -180 | 6.5 +105o / -125u | +145 |
| Lightning Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +150 | 6.5 +105o / -125u | -175 |
Mammoth vs. Lightning Spread: Lightning -1.5 (+150 ), Utah +1.5 (-180)
Mammoth vs. Lightning Over/Under: 6.5 (+105o / -125u)
Mammoth vs. Lightning Moneyline: Utah +145, Lightning -175
Utah vs. Lightning Preview
This system focuses on NHL favorites looking to bounce back after a disappointing loss where they were favored and failed to cover expectations. During the regular season, strong teams often use these situations to reset and respond with focus and urgency.
The setup targets mid-season games when form and rhythm are established, but motivation can spike following a poor result. A short home or road stretch provides stability, and being favored again signals that market confidence has not eroded.
These are reliable rebound spots where quality teams tend to assert themselves after falling short, using the previous loss as fuel to reestablish control and deliver on their expected strength.
Utah vs. Lightning Prediction
