Brandon Hagel shone with a hat trick, leading the Tampa Bay Lightning to an 8-5 victory over the New Jersey Devils. Victor Hedman contributed two goals, while Brayden Point, Jake Guentzel, and Janis Moser also found the net, helping the Lightning break a two-game losing streak.
The Devils, despite Timo Meier's two goals, struggled defensively, allowing five consecutive goals in the second period. Tampa Bay's offensive surge turned the game in their favor, showcasing their resilience after a recent loss.