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J.J. Moser delivers a thrilling overtime goal, propelling the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 3-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens and leveling the series at 1-1. This pivotal win sets the stage for an intense matchup in Montreal, with Game 3 looming on Friday night.
Brandon Hagel shines with a "Gordie Howe hat trick," scoring a goal, providing an assist, and engaging in a fight. Nikita Kucherov also finds the net, scoring his first playoff goal since April 2023, while Andrei Vasilevskiy showcases his skills with 25 saves. Moser's game-winning goal, the first of his playoff career, follows a faceoff win, demonstrating his quick instincts and precision.
Despite entering the third period with a lead, the Canadiens falter in overtime, unable to capitalize on their chances. Lane Hutson and Josh Anderson score for Montreal, but their power-play opportunities slip away, and they get outshot 9-0 in the overtime period.
Montreal's head coach, Martin St. Louis, reflects on the missed opportunities, stating that the team struggled to maintain possession. As the series shifts to Montreal, both teams are poised for a fierce battle. The momentum has shifted, and both teams know the stakes are higher than ever.
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