Sharks Beat Lightning 2-1 to End Winless Streak
Tyler Toffoli and Mario Ferraro scored to help the San Jose Sharks end their eight-game winless streak with a 2-1 victory over the Lightning on Thursday night.
Execution Issues for Lightning
Head coach Jon Cooper and the Lightning players acknowledged that execution was a problem for their team during the game.
Yaroslav Askarov made 24 saves for the Sharks, while Andrei Vasilevskiy had 23 saves for the Lightning.
Key Moments in the Game
The Lightning had a chance to tie the game in the third period when a player was sent off for roughing, but Tampa Bay couldn’t convert. A key moment was when Tampa Bay defenseman Victor Hedman got hit in the ear by a clearing attempt and had to leave the game.
Statistical Highlights
Sharks defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic played in his 1,297th career game and assisted on Toffoli’s goal.
Upcoming Matches
The Lightning will face Los Angeles next, while the Sharks will host New Jersey.
Takeaways
Lightning: Tampa Bay had won six of eight games before the loss to San Jose.
Sharks: San Jose displayed improvement after a tough loss to Tampa.
Conclusion
The Sharks’ victory over the Lightning ended their winless streak and showed progress for the team. The Lightning will look to bounce back in their next game.
FAQs
Q: Who scored the goals for the Sharks?
A: Tyler Toffoli and Mario Ferraro were the scorers for San Jose.
Q: What was a key moment in the game?
A: Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman’s injury was a critical moment in the match.
