The Lightning return with virtually the same team that finished with 128 points last year. Nikita Kucherov, Steven Stamkos, and Victor Hedman lead the way. Brayden Point is also back from injury.
Even with all that talent, Tampa Bay did not get off to a great start this season. The Lightning are only 3-2-1 in their first six games. Nevertheless, Tampa remains the favorite to win the Atlantic Division.
The Bruins will have their hands full with Tampa on Thursday night.