This was one of the best defensive performances of the season for the Lightning. Facing a New Jersey team that had won five of its previous six games, the Lightning effectively limited dangerous looks throughout the night. They checked tightly, contested shots, and didn’t allow rush chances. They also had another strong night on the penalty kill.

It was a night where the fans wanted more shots in a game that ended up having 44. If nothing else, the Devils were making spaces and after two periods, got more aggressive at taking them. After two wins against the defending Stanley Cup Champions,

Sturm opens scoring for Sharks 1-0, in first period vs Devils Sharks forward Nico Sturm opens the scoring for the Sharks in the first period of their game Sunday vs the New Jersey