The Tampa Bay Lightning fell short in a hard-fought loss to the Colorado Avalanche, despite a strong offensive display that included two goals from forward Jake Guentzel. Despite generating more shots on goal, the Lightning were unable to overcome a three-goal deficit, ultimately losing 6-3 in a game where the home team’s defense held firm. The matchup highlighted Tampa Bay’s struggles to capitalize on scoring chances against a determined opponent.

Despite a pair of Jake Guentzel goals, the Lightning couldn’t overcome a 3-0 deficit in what ended as a 6-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Friday. Tampa Bay outshot the Avalanche, but the home team ...