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Tampa Bay Lightning Dominate Columbus Blue Jackets in 6-2 Victory

Victor Hedman and Jake Guentzel lead the charge with two goals each as Tampa Bay secures its sixth straight home win.

Mar 1, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing Jordan Martinook (48) looks on against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Mar 4, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (77) controls the puck against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the second period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Mar 4, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders center Kyle Palmieri (21) circles back to center ice after scoring a goal in the first period against the Winnipeg Jets at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Mar 4, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon (46) plays the puck during the third period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Victor Hedman and Jake Guentzel each recorded two goals and one assist, powering the Lightning to a decisive win over the Blue Jackets.
  • Nikita Kucherov contributed a goal and two assists, while Mitchell Chaffee scored just 30 seconds into the game, marking Tampa Bay’s third-fastest two-goal start in franchise history.
  • Backup goalie Jonas Johansson made 31 saves in his first game since late January, helping Tampa Bay improve to 10-1-1 in its last 12 games.
  • Columbus defenseman Zach Werenski scored both of his team’s goals, including a short-handed tally, reaching the 20-goal mark for the second time in his career.
  • The Lightning remain third in the Atlantic Division and will next face the Buffalo Sabres, while the Blue Jackets prepare to take on the Florida Panthers.