Lightning Defeat Red Wings 6-3, End Seven-Game Win Streak

In a decisive match on Saturday, the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Detroit Red Wings 6-3, ending Detroit's seven-game winning streak. Brandon Hagel led the Lightning with two goals and two assists, while Erik Cernak contributed a goal and two assists. Brayden Point marked his 30th goal of the season, and Dylan Duke scored in his NHL debut. The Red Wings saw Vladimir Tarasenko reach his 300th career goal, but struggled defensively, allowing four goals in the first period. Despite a late push where the Red Wings narrowed the score to 4-3, the Lightning maintained their lead. The Lightning extended their impressive form to 4-0-1 over their past five games, with Nikita Kucherov continuing his scoring streak with at least one point in 17 of the last 18 games.