In a heart-stopping turn of events, the Tampa Bay Lightning staged a stunning comeback to take a crucial 1-0 lead in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series against the Montreal Canadiens. Trailing 2-1 heading into the final period on home ice, the Lightning's season seemed on the brink of disaster, with a potential 2-0 series deficit looming large. However, in a display of resilience and determination, Tampa Bay's players refused to give up, scoring two unanswered goals in the third period to send the game into overtime. In the end, it was the Lightning who emerged victorious, securing a thrilling 3-2 win in extra time and sending the series back to Montreal tied at one game apiece.


Trailing late in the third period on home ice, and staring at a potential 2-0 series deficit, the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied for a 3-2 overtime victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday night in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinal round.