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Tampa Bay Lightning Game 1 Recap 4-3 OT Loss + Keys for Game 2
The Tampa Bay Lightning drop Game 1 in heartbreaking fashion, falling 4-3 in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens. In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down everything that led to the OT loss — from key defensive lapses to standout performances and momentum-shifting moments.
We dive into:
What went right & wrong for the Lightning in Game 1
Key plays that changed the outcome
Player performances (who stood out, who struggled)
The impact of the Montreal & Tampa power plays
Plus, we look ahead to Game 2 — what Tampa Bay needs to adjust, lineup changes to watch, and keys to evening…
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