MONTREAL CANADIENS EDGE PAST TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING 3-2

Game Recap

Jake Evans scored the winning goal with 2:15 remaining, leading the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night at Bell Centre. This win marked the Canadiens’ 13th victory in 17 games, showcasing their strong performance in recent matchups.

Key Moments

Evans capitalized on a feed from Joel Armia to break the tie and secure his 11th goal of the season, sealing the victory for Montreal.

Tampa Bay initially took the lead with goals from Nikita Kucherov and Jake Guentzel, but Montreal made a comeback with goals from Juraj Slafkovsky and Alex Newhook in a span of under two minutes.

A key moment in the game came when Montreal’s goaltender, Sam Montembeault, denied Michael Eyssimont twice on the doorstep, preventing Tampa Bay from taking the lead late in the game.

Key Stat

Nikita Kucherov extended his point streak to 10 games, showcasing his offensive prowess with five goals and 11 assists during this current streak.

Final Thoughts

The Canadiens’ victory over the Lightning was a testament to their resilience and ability to come back from deficits. Despite Tampa Bay’s strong performance, Montreal’s determination and timely goals secured the win.

FAQs

Q: How did Jake Evans score the winning goal?

A: Jake Evans capitalized on a feed from Joel Armia to break the tie and secure his 11th goal of the season.

Q: Who were the key players in the game?

A: Nikita Kucherov and Jake Guentzel scored for Tampa Bay, while Juraj Slafkovsky and Alex Newhook contributed goals for Montreal.

Q: What was a key moment in the game?

A: Montembeault’s crucial saves on Michael Eyssimont prevented Tampa Bay from taking the lead late in the game.

Q: How did Nikita Kucherov perform in the game?

A: Kucherov extended his point streak to 10 games, showcasing his offensive impact with five goals and 11 assists during this streak.

BY DANIEL RAINBIRD, The Canadian Press