Zach Werenski's Five-Point Night Propels Columbus Blue Jackets to 7-6 Overtime Victory

Thursday, November 21st, 2024

Zach Werenski scored an overtime goal, marking a five-point game, as the Columbus Blue Jackets came back from a three-goal deficit to win against the Tampa Bay Lightning with a score of 7-6 on Thursday night.

Werenski equalized the match in the second period and provided three assists, leading the Blue Jackets to their second win in a row. Sean Monahan added one goal and three assists, and Dmitri Voronkov also contributed with a goal and an assist.

Kent Johnson, who had missed 14 games due to injury, scored during a power play and while short-handed. Yegor Chinakhov also found the back of the net, and Elvis Merzlikins made 24 saves for Columbus.

For the Lightning, goals were scored by Anthony Cirelli, Mitchell Chaffee, Brandon Hagel, Connor Geekie, Brayden Point, Cam Atkinson, and Nikita Kucherov. Jonas Johansson made 36 saves for the team.

Highlights:

Tampa Bay initially secured a three-goal lead but could not hold on to it.

Columbus answered back with four goals during the second period.

Crucial Moment:

The second period turned into an intense scoring exchange with Columbus netting four goals and Tampa scoring twice.

Important Stat:

Brayden Point achieved a power-play goal just 23 seconds into a Columbus penalty, marking his third goal in two games this season.

Next Games:

The Lightning will face Dallas at home on Saturday, while the Blue Jackets will play against Carolina at their home venue.

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning Game Stats

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