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Tampa Bay Lightning Secure Sixth Straight Win with Victory Over Edmonton Oilers

The Lightning extend their point streak to eight games while the Oilers struggle through a four-game losing skid.

Feb 25, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA ; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Brandon Hagel (38) chases down the puck in the first period against the Edmonton Oilers at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images
Feb 25, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Jonny Brodzinski (22) celebrates a goal against the New York Islanders with center Matt Rempe (73), defenseman Braden Schneider (4) and defenseman Urho Vaakanainen (18) during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images
Feb 25, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Calgary Flames center Martin Pospisil (76) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Washington Capitals in the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Feb 25, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) takes a shot on goal against the Nashville Predators during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Edmonton Oilers 4-1, marking their sixth consecutive win and improving their record to 7-0-1 in their last eight games.
  • Brandon Hagel and Victor Hedman scored pivotal second-period goals, with Nikita Kucherov contributing two assists for the Lightning.
  • Leon Draisaitl scored his NHL-leading 43rd goal for the Oilers, extending his personal point streak to nine games, but Edmonton has been outscored 17-7 in their last three games.
  • Tampa Bay remains dominant at home, boasting a 9-1-1 record since January 1 and a 26-1-1 record when leading after two periods this season.
  • The Oilers, who had a strong January, have struggled in February with a 2-5-0 record, losing four consecutive games for the first time this season.