Brandon Hagel shone with a hat trick as the Tampa Bay Lightning triumphed over the New Jersey Devils 8-5, ending their two-game losing streak. Victor Hedman added two goals, while Anthony Cirelli contributed four assists in a dominant offensive display.

The Devils, despite Timo Meier's two goals, struggled defensively, allowing five consecutive goals in the second period. New Jersey's recent form shows a concerning trend, with three losses in their last four games.