On Tuesday, the Tampa Bay Lightning (13-9-2) face off against the Edmonton Oilers (15-10-2) at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta. Make sure you stay up to date with all the NHL action, with our expert NHL picks.

Edmonton comes into this matchup on a two-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games. In a decisive 4-2 victory against the St. Louis team, Connor McDavid played a key role for the Edmonton Oilers by scoring one goal and assisting another. So far this season, McDavid has been a powerhouse for Edmonton, leading the team with a total of 37 points. Close behind him in performance is Leon Draisaitl, who has accumulated 36 points, making him the second-highest scorer on the team. Draisaitl has also been Edmonton's leading goal scorer, netting 19 goals this season. On the other hand, McDavid tops the team in assists, contributing 24 assists to his teammates' goals. In their recent five-game stretch, the Oilers have been averaging 3.6 goals per game, showcasing their offensive strength. This scoring ability has helped them secure a spot tied for third place in the Pacific Division standings. As they prepare to face Tampa Bay, Edmonton aims to maintain their momentum and continue their winning streak. Across the season, the Oilers have been consistent in their offensive efforts, with an overall average of 3 goals per game.

Tampa Bay enters this game on a one-game winning streak and has won three of their last five games prior to their game against Vancouver. In a commanding 8-1 victory against San Jose, Conor Geekie showcased his skills for the Lightning by scoring a goal and providing an assist. This season, Nikita Kucherov has been outstanding for Tampa Bay, leading the team with an impressive 34 points. Right behind him, Brandon Hagel trails closely as the second-highest scorer with 31 points to his name. Brayden Point stands out as the top goal scorer for Tampa Bay, having netted a total of 16 goals so far. Additionally, Kucherov has proven to be a key playmaker, leading the team with 22 assists this season. In their recent performance over the last five games, Tampa Bay has been prolific in front of the net, averaging 5.2 goals per game. This offensive surge has helped them secure the fourth spot in the Atlantic Division standings. As they look to build on their current winning streak, the Lightning aim to maintain their recent offensive dominance. Across the season, they have been consistently strong offensively, averaging 3.9 goals per game.

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