Blackhawks Beat Lightning 3-2
Game Summary
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Ryan Donato scored two more goals to help the Chicago Blackhawks beat the slumping Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Thursday night.
Frank Nazar had a goal and an assist as Chicago won for the fourth time in five games. Teuvo Teravainen had two assists, and Spencer Knight made 29 saves.
Player Performance
Donato has five goals during a four-game scoring streak. The veteran forward scored a career-high 31 goals last season. Ryan McDonagh had a goal and an assist for Tampa Bay in its fourth consecutive loss. Jake Guentzel also scored, and Nikita Kucherov had two assists.
Game Highlights
The game was tied at 2 before Donato converted a wrist shot with 54 seconds left in the game. He also scored 10:16 into the second period. Andrei Vasilevskiy made 22 saves for the Lightning, who went 0 for 4 on the power play.
Second Period Action
Guentzel tied it at 1 with his second goal of the season 6:57 into the second. After Donato scored his first goal for Chicago, McDonagh replied for Tampa Bay with 42 seconds left in the period.
Up Next
The Blackhawks host the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday night. The Lightning host the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Chicago Blackhawks’ victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning was a thrilling matchup that showcased the skills of several key players. Donato’s two goals and Nazar’s goal and assist were instrumental in securing the win for Chicago. As the season progresses, it will be exciting to see how these teams continue to perform.
FAQs
Q: Who scored the winning goal for the Blackhawks?
A: Ryan Donato scored the winning goal with 54 seconds left in the game.
Q: How many goals has Donato scored in the last four games?
A: Donato has scored five goals in the last four games.
Q: What is the next game for the Blackhawks?
A: The Blackhawks will host the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday night.
Q: What is the next game for the Lightning?
A: The Lightning will host the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday.
