Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings Prediction & Picks, November 14, 2026

Tampa Bay Lightning might be on a winning streak, but the Detroit Red Wings are showing some fight too, winning 4 out of their last 10 games. The Red Wings have been pretty solid at blocking shots, averaging 15.8 a game, which is better than the league average. With the Lightning giving up chances, this could be a close third period. Betting on the Red Wings to stay within half a goal in the final period makes sense. The numbers show this matchup is nearly even. The main risk is that Tampa Bay has home-ice advantage and might push hard for the win, but Detroit has the tools to keep it tight.

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings: Detroit Red Wings +1.5 Puck Line (-133)

The Tampa Bay Lightning have a solid team, but they've been a little inconsistent lately. They land about as many hits as the average team, and their shot-blocking numbers are pretty close to the league average too. This means they might struggle to dominate the game as they usually do. The Detroit Red Wings, on the other hand, have won 4 of their last 10 games, showing they can compete. Betting on the Red Wings at +1.5 gives you a good chance to win since they just need to keep the game close. It's worth mentioning that the Lightning could easily overpower them at home, but with how well the Red Wings have been playing, they can hold their own. This could be a tight matchup, so taking the extra goal could pay off.

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings: Detroit Red Wings 3rd Period 3-Way Moneyline (+240)

The Detroit Red Wings are heading into the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning with some solid fighting spirit. They have blocked more shots than the league average this season, showing they know how to defend well. Plus, they land more hits on average than Tampa, which could wear down their opponents. However, Tampa has been stronger overall, winning 6 out of their last 10 games. For this bet, I like the Red Wings to take the 3rd Period Moneyline. They've shown they can hold their ground, and at those odds, it's a good chance to take. The biggest risk is that Tampa has been hot lately, making this a tight contest.

That is everything our model likes in this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.