In an electrifying matchup, Steven Stamkos led the Tampa Bay Lightning to a significant victory over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night, securing a 5-3 win. Stamkos showcased his scoring prowess with a hat trick, marking his 16th career hat trick and his 24th goal of the season.
Stamkos Shines as Senators Struggle
Stamkos’s scoring was crucial as the Lightning rebounded from a three-goal deficit. He netted his first goal on a power play, igniting his team’s resurgence. Roman Josi also made headlines during the match, celebrating his 1,000th career game, a milestone that made him the first player in Predators history to reach this achievement.
Key Moments of the Game
- Steven Stamkos: Achieved hat trick with 24th goal of the season.
- Roman Josi: Recorded an assist on Stamkos’s tying goal and played his milestone match.
- Stephen Halliday: Scored his first LNH goal for the Senators.
- Ridley Greig: Scored to extend the Senators’ initial lead.
- Dylan Cozens: Contributed to the Senators’ early advantage.
The Senators started strong, taking a 3-0 lead with goals from Halliday, Greig, and Cozens. However, the momentum shifted when Stamkos scored, followed by Jonathan Marchessault’s goal, closing the gap for the Lightning.
Injury Update
Before the game, the Senators announced that David Perron would be sidelined for 5 to 7 weeks due to a sports hernia, requiring surgery.
This game not only highlighted the talents of Stamkos but also reflected the challenges faced by the Senators. Despite a promising start, they could not maintain their lead and fell to the Lightning in a thrilling encounter.
