The Chicago Blackhawks battled the NHL’s hottest team to the wire Friday night but fell short in a 2-1 shootout loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

The Chicago Blackhawks are set for game number 51, which will take place at home against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

The Tampa Bay Lightning (31-13-4, 66 pts) travel to the United Center to face the Chicago Blackhawks (21-22-7, 49 pts) in a Friday night NHL matchup.

The Tampa Bay Lightning face the Chicago Blackhawks Friday at United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. ET.

Tampa Bay Lightning (27-13-3, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (22-13-8, in the Metropolitan Division) Philadelphia; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Tampa Bay Lightning seek to build upon a nine-game win streak with a victory against the Philadelphia Flyers.

Edmonton Oilers (25-18-8, 58 points, 2nd place Pacific Division) When: 9:00 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Locally broadcast on Sportsnet Pittsburgh, SN1 and TVAS in Canada, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: It’s been a lot of action lately,