Lightning vs Red Wings: Lightning Prevail 6-3
Brandon Hagel had a stellar performance with two goals and two assists as the Tampa Bay Lightning ended the Detroit Red Wings’ seven-game winning streak with a 6-3 victory on Saturday.
Key Players Shine
Erik Cernak contributed with a goal and two assists for the Lightning, who continue their strong form with a 4-0-1 record in their last five games. Brayden Point reached a milestone with his 30th goal of the season, while Nikita Kucherov provided three assists. Dylan Duke made an impact in his NHL debut by scoring a goal for Tampa Bay.
Red Wings’ Efforts
Vladimir Tarasenko scored his 300th career goal for the Red Wings during the game. Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane also found the back of the net for Detroit, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Lightning. Cam Talbot stepped in for Alex Lyon after the starting goalie allowed two early goals.
Key Takeaways
Lightning: Brayden Point continues to dominate against Detroit, with 20 goals in 37 career games. The team’s victory marks their second win over the Red Wings this season.
Red Wings: Fell short of making history by winning eight consecutive games for the first time in over a decade.
Turning Point
Dylan Duke’s goal early in the third period proved crucial as the Red Wings attempted a comeback. Tampa Bay maintained their lead after Detroit closed in at 4-3.
Stat Check
Nikita Kucherov’s impressive point streak continues, recording at least one point in 17 of the last 18 games. His only off-game in this stretch was against Detroit in January.
What’s Next
The Lightning will face off against Montreal next, while the Red Wings are set to host Minnesota in their upcoming games.
By DANA GAURUDER Associated Press
Conclusion
The Lightning’s strong performance and key players’ contributions secured a victory against the Red Wings, breaking Detroit’s winning streak and continuing their own impressive run in recent games.
FAQs
Q: Who scored his 300th career goal during the game?
A: Vladimir Tarasenko reached the milestone during the first period against Tampa Bay.
Q: Which team came up short in their winning streak attempt?
A: The Detroit Red Wings fell short of winning eight straight games for the first time since the 2007-08 season.
