The Tampa Bay “Lightning” secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Anaheim “Ducks” in a nail-biting home game, with the final score determined in a shootout (1:1, 2:1, 0:1, 0:0, 1:0).
Latvian forward Zemgus Girgensons contributed to the game with 12 minutes and seven seconds of ice time, including 22 seconds during a penalty kill. Girgensons recorded two shots on goal, executed three power plays, blocked one shot, lost possession once, and intercepted two passes.He concluded the match with a neutral efficiency rating, reflecting a balanced performance.
So far this season, Girgensons has tallied two points (both assists) in 43 appearances, along with 24 penalty minutes and a -2 efficiency rating.
For the “Lightning,” Brayden Point, Anthony Cirelli, and Jake Guentzel found the back of the net during regulation time. Guentzel also delivered the decisive shootout goal, sealing the win for Tampa Bay.
On the opposing side, Robby Fabbri, Troy Terry, and Leo Carlsson scored for the “Ducks,” keeping the game competitive until the very end.
with 51 points accumulated over 43 games, the “Lightning” currently hold the sixth spot in the eastern conference standings. Their next challenge comes on Saturday, as they prepare to face off against the Detroit “Red Wings” on home ice.
