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Opening odds for Lightning vs. Canadiens Game 7 in 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs

Opening odds for Lightning vs. Canadiens Game 7 in 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs

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By: Brendan O'Sullivan

The Lightning live to see another day thanks to Gage Goncalves’ game-winning goal in overtime. That was the only score in Tampa Bay’s 1-0 Game 6 victory.

Now the series is even at 3-3 with Game 7 taking place in Tampa Bay on Sunday, May 3.

Let’s take a look at the opening odds on DraftKings Sportsbook for this Game 7 matchup between the Lightning and Canadiens.

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Opening odds for Lightning vs. Canadiens on DraftKings Sportsbook

The Lightning open as -166 moneyline favorites on DraftKings Sportsbook. The Canadiens are +140 underdogs, with the total set at 5.5.

Neither team has won two games in a row during this series, and four games have went to overtime. Game 1 ended 4-3 in overtime, with Games 2, 3, 4 and 5 all ending 3-2. Game 6 was the only one-score game and shutout of the series thus far.

Brendan O'Sullivan
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