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Lightning Win After Goalie Fight Sparks Historic Comeback

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The Tampa Bay Lightning pulled off a stunning comeback against the Boston Bruins in the Stadium Series, crediting a goalie fight as the catalyst. Down 5-2 in the second period, a scrum in front of the Bruins' net led to Andrei Vasilevskiy and Jeremy Swayman dropping the gloves. This unusual event ignited the Lightning's offense.

The ensuing brawl between the netminders seemed to energize the entire Lightning team. Tampa Bay scored twice on power plays right after the fight, narrowing the Bruins' lead. The Lightning eventually tied the game and won 6-5 in a shootout. This marked the largest comeback in franchise history and in NHL outdoor game history.

After the fight, the Lightning rallied, with Nikita Kucherov tying the game. The team's coach Jon Cooper felt the fight provided a much-needed emotional boost. The victory is a testament to the team's resilience and the impact of a single, unexpected moment. It also will boost Tampa's standing in the NHL standings.

This dramatic comeback win has certainly become a memorable moment in recent NHL history. The goalie fight will be replayed for years to come. Next up for the Lightning will be to keep the momentum going as they continue their push for the playoffs. This game will surely be a highlight for the season.