The Lightning were the better team for the majority of Game 1, but Chicago came from behind to steal the first game of the series with two late goals. I expect Tampa to respond here at home in Game 2, as this is essentially a "must win" situation.


Here are my keys to the game:

1. Home Cookin' - The Lightning own one of the league's best home records, going 32-8-1 in Tampa during the regular season. They've also dominated the Hawks, winning five of their last six home meetings versus Chicago.

2. Tyler Johnson - The Lightning's second line center leads all scorers with 21 points this post-season, and the line of Johnson, Kucherov and Palat has been dominant through the first three rounds.

3. X-Factor - Tampa has won six of it's last eight meetings with Chicago, and 34-of-52 at home this year (post-season included).

Selection: This is a play on the Tampa Lightning (10*)