Lightning Triumph Over Penguins 2-1 in Shootout Thriller
The Tampa Bay Lightning achieved a significant milestone by defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 in a thrilling shootout on Tuesday night at PPG Paints Arena. This victory marks their 11th consecutive win, tying the franchise record for the longest win streak in team history.
Game Highlights
Defenseman JJ Moser made a critical impact on the game, scoring the Lightning’s first goal with just 5:47 left in the third period. However, the Penguins equalized when Evgeni Malkin found the net with only 2:16 remaining, capitalizing on a pulled goalie.
Shootout Success
In the shootout, Lightning forward Gage Goncalves and Nikita Kucherov successfully converted their chances. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy played a key role by stopping two of the three Penguins shooters, securing the win for Tampa Bay.
Game Statistics
| Period | Goals | Shots on Goal |
|---|---|---|
| First | None | TBL 10, PIT 8 |
| Second | None | TBL 9, PIT 9 |
| Third | TBL 1, PIT 1 | TBL 11, PIT 6 |
| Overtime | None | Total: TBL 31, PIT 27 |
Upcoming Matches
With this win, the Lightning’s record improved to 29-13-3. They are set to play against the St. Louis Blues this Friday, looking to extend their historic win streak.
