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Tampa Bay Lightning Edged Out in Overtime Against Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena

The Tampa Bay Lightning, with a record of 34-20-4, faced off against the Florida Panthers, who held a 30-24-5 record. In an intense matchup that required overtime to decide the victor, the final score read 3-2 in favor of the home team.


Apr 23, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers center Carter Verhaeghe (23) celebrates with left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) after an overtime win against the Tampa Bay Lightning in game two of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

The game began with the Panthers taking an early lead by scoring twice in the first period. The Lightning responded vigorously in the second period by netting two goals to even out the score. Despite numerous attempts from both sides to clinch victory during regulation time, neither team managed to break through, sending the game into overtime.


In terms of offensive efforts, Tampa Bay's performance was highlighted by their power play goal out of six opportunities and a shooting percentage of nine percent on 23 shots. Their defensive play included blocking 16 shots and delivering a total of 56 hits throughout the game.


Apr 23, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Michael Eyssimont (23) moves the puck past Florida Panthers center Eetu Luostarinen (27) during the third period in game two of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

The goaltending for Tampa Bay was notable as well; their goalie made an impressive total of 34 saves against a barrage of shots from Florida. However, it was not enough to secure a win as they conceded three goals including one during shorthanded play and another that sealed their fate in overtime.


On special teams, Tampa Bay capitalized once on their powerplay chances with five shots taken during those man advantages. They also had two shorthanded attempts but were unable to convert them into goals.


Apr 23, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Mitchell Chaffee (41) moves the puck past Florida Panthers center Carter Verhaeghe (23) during the third period in game two of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

Faceoffs were challenging for Tampa Bay as they won only 44 percent overall and struggled more at even strength with just over forty-one percent success rate. The team also gave away possession fifteen times compared to taking it away only twice.


For fans looking forward to seeing how Tampa Bay will bounce back from this close defeat, their next game is scheduled at Amalie Arena against these same Florida Panthers on April 25th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. This upcoming match can be viewed on various networks including TBS and SportsNet or streamed online via Max or BSSUN among others.

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