Here are some of the reasons why the Lightning lost this game – and saw their seven-game winning streak come to an end.
The Lightning had three early power play chances in the game – and despite recording six shots during those man advantages, couldn’t tally a goal on any of them. An early lead might have changed the game’s narrative. Instead, the first period ended in a scoreless tie.
The second period was a rough one for the Bolts, as they allowed four goals and were outshot, 19-5. Give the Panthers credit for dictating play, but on closer examination, the period wasn’t quite as lopsided as the stats might indicate.