Final Score: Hurricanes 4 - Lightning 2
Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET

Hurricanes @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Hurricanes
41-24 Rating 1566
Form: WWLWL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.4
Lightning
40-24 Rating 1561
Form: LWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Hurricanes Lightning
All-time wins 66 78
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 2.7 3.0
Last meeting 5 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Hurricanes Lightning
Games played 65 64
Avg goals scored 3.5 3.6
Avg goals conceded 2.9 2.8
Win percentage 63% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 57% 65%