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Final score: Montréal Canadiens 3 – 2 Tampa Bay Lightning
Montréal Canadiens vs Tampa Bay Lightning Period by Period
| Team | P1 | P2 | P3 | OT | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Bay Lightning | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Montréal Canadiens | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
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Montréal Canadiens vs Tampa Bay Lightning prediction & analysis
Lightning are the pick to win here. The market has them as the favorite with the shortest odds, and their backing has tightened further over the last 12 hours, signaling cash flowing their way. Montreal at home can push back, but the pricing clearly marks Tampa Bay as the more likely winner. One extra note: a home crowd can spark the Canadiens, yet Tampa’s current market momentum still points to them securing the result.
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