After a tough 6-2 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 1, the Tampa Bay Lightning looked to turn things back around in Game 2. Unfortunately, things did not go the Lightning's way in Game 2, either, as they fell to the Panthers by a 2-0 final score.

The Tampa Bay Lightning don’t boast that kind of depth, but one thing they showcase more than anything else — and perhaps more than any NHL team — is pure star power. So far, the stars aren’t shining for the Lightning. If that doesn’t change in a hurry, it will be lights out.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers NHL game to be played on April 26, 2025 on ESPN.