Lightning Defeat Avalanche 8-2 in Tampa

In a dominating performance, the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Colorado Avalanche 8-2, with Brandon Hagel tying an NHL record by recording four assists in the first period. Jake Guentzel scored twice, while Anthony Cirelli extended his goal streak to six games, marking the longest in the NHL this season. The Lightning scored five goals in the opening frame, matching a franchise record, and Hagel's total of five assists tied a franchise record. Colorado's Ivan Ivan scored both goals for the Avalanche, who ended a three-game winning streak. Goalie Justus Annunen was pulled early after allowing three goals but returned for the third period. Tampa Bay's win marked their second consecutive victory over Colorado this season, with a combined score of 13-4 in the series.