Here's our Lightning coverage team's predictions for the Tampa Bay-Boston series, which starts at 3 p.m. Saturday at Amalie Arena:

Martin Fennelly, columnist

This will be a bloodbath, but Lightning scoring depth, defense and Andre Vasilevskiy prevail. And someone remember to kiss Brad Marchand during the handshakes after. Prediction: Lighting in 7.

Roger Mooney, staff writer

Home ice advantage will be huge as Jon Cooper can dictate the matchups in Game 7. Prediction: Lightning in 7.

Tom Jones, columnist

Boston is Tampa Bay's kryptonite. This will be great series, but Bruins are just a little better. Prediction: Bruins in 6.

Frank Pastor, sports web editor

Boston's Patrice Bergeron-Brad Marchand-David Pastrnak line is the best in hockey, but you don't get far in the playoffs with just one line. Prediction: Lightning in 7.

Greg Auman, staff writer

Crucial to take advantage of full week of rest and jump out to early lead on home ice. Prediction: Lighting in 6.