The Tampa Bay Lightning have been putting on quite the show over the course of the last few games; especially when you compare them to a good portion of the 2016-17 season. Tonight’s encounter with the Colorado Avalanche is no exception to the recent rule.
It may have taken the first 18 minutes of the period, but the Lightning struck first blood in the first period with a spectacular goal from Lightning forward Brayden Point. After heading into the first intermission with a one-goal lead, the Lightning was obligated to fight to keep momentum on their side; at least if you ask the fans.