The Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning meet Wednesday as they continue their Eastern Conference first-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

That sets up a rematch of the 2022 Stanley Cup Final, which the Avalanche won in six games. This time, Tampa Bay will be able to hang on a little longer, but the speed and skill of the Avs proves too much for the Lightning's veteran-anchored blue line to handle. Pick -- Avalanche def. Lightning 4-3 (Avalanche future odds: +750)

With momentum swings, offensive surges, and elite individual play highlighting the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Tuesday’s slate offers actionable edges across the board. Here’s a breakdown of the three most promising NHL betting spots based on both recent trends and advanced metrics.