Canadiens-Lightning series shifts to a best-of-three
The Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning are tied in their playoff series as it shifts to a best-of-three format. Both teams have shown strong performances, with the Canadiens leading in faceoffs and special teams, while the Lightning have been effective in their offensive strategies. Key players from both teams are under pressure to produce as they head into the crucial games ahead.
- ▪The series is tied at two games apiece after the Lightning's comeback win in Game 4.
- ▪Both teams finished the regular season with 106 points, showcasing their competitiveness.
- ▪The Canadiens' top players have yet to score at even strength during the series.
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Open this photo in gallery:Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) stops a shot by Montreal Canadiens left wing Juraj Slafkovsky (20) during Game 2 of their first-round playoff series last week in Tampa, Fla.Chris O'Meara/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThe Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning are all square as their playoff series returns to the Sunshine State for Game 5 on Wednesday.Tampa Bay rallied for a 3-2 comeback Sunday night in Montreal, tying the first-round matchup at two games apiece after the first three meetings needed overtime.Here are six things to watch for as the series becomes a best-of-three.Slim marginsYou’d be hard-pressed to find a more evenly matched series after both teams…
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