The Pittsburgh Penguins avoided falling down a 0-2 series hole
thanks to a wild overtime win in Game 2. With the series all tied up, the
Penguins now eye to take the driver seat for the very first time this series
once they pay the Tampa Bay Lightning for Game 3.
Where: Amalie Arena, Tampa
When: Wednesday, May 18, 2016, 8:00 PM ET
Line: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning – view
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TV Broadcast: NBCSN
Pittsburgh made sure lightning would not strike twice at home, as
the Pens defeated Tampa Bay Monday in overtime, 3-2.
Sidney Crosby scored the game-winner only 40 seconds into the
overtime. Which was also Sid the Kid's first goal since the first round so this
performance is actually a sign of better things in the future from the team
captain. That said, Crosby doesn't should find the back of the net to produce
his presence felt. He's been terrific in creating his teammates for scoring
chances, as evidenced by his eight assists this postseason.
The Pens'third line also continued its excellent play with Phil
Kessel burying an electrical play goal off the assists of Nick Bonino and Carl
Hagelin in the first period. Pittsburgh's depth has troubled opponents in the
playoffs while easing some burden off Crosby and Evgeny
Malkin.
Matt Murray allowed two quick goals in the first period of Game 2,
but regained his footing back just in time to stave off the Lightning. Murray
made 19 saves on 21 shots faced on Monday.
The Penguins are 7-3 in their last 10
Andrei Vasilevskiy’s going to need a lot of help. That’s the least
one could say about the backup goaltender, who was sensational in Game 2’s loss,
turning away 38 of Pittsburgh’s 41 shots.
There’s no word yet on Ben Bishop’s return but based on Vasilevskiy’s performance the last two games, it appears Tampa Bay’s netminding remains in good hands.
The Lightning, however, need their blue line to show some teeth. Tampa Bay was severely beaten in the possession battle with the Lightning getting off just 21 shots. Through the first two games of the series, the Penguins have 76 shots as against Tampa’s 41.
The return of Anton Stralman in Game 2 was a nice boost for the Lightning’s blue line and he announced his entry with a goal in the first period. A home game
Jonathan Drouin, meanwhile, scored the other goal for Tampa. Drouin has been some kind of a revelation for the Bolts in the playoffs, as he already has compiled two goals and eight assists since the postseason began.
The Lightning are 3-0 in their last three home games against Pittsburgh. NHL Picks Bet on Tampa Bay Lightning.
There’s no word yet on Ben Bishop’s return but based on Vasilevskiy’s performance the last two games, it appears Tampa Bay’s netminding remains in good hands.
The Lightning, however, need their blue line to show some teeth. Tampa Bay was severely beaten in the possession battle with the Lightning getting off just 21 shots. Through the first two games of the series, the Penguins have 76 shots as against Tampa’s 41.
The return of Anton Stralman in Game 2 was a nice boost for the Lightning’s blue line and he announced his entry with a goal in the first period. A home game
Jonathan Drouin, meanwhile, scored the other goal for Tampa. Drouin has been some kind of a revelation for the Bolts in the playoffs, as he already has compiled two goals and eight assists since the postseason began.
The Lightning are 3-0 in their last three home games against Pittsburgh. NHL Picks Bet on Tampa Bay Lightning.
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