3 X-Factors for the Lightning Heading Into the Playoffs
The are looking to do what few other teams in NHL history have done by appearing in their fourth straight Stanley Cup Final, joining the Montreal Canadiens and the New York Islanders as the other teams that have made four or more consecutive Final appearances. Standing in their way of that quest are their first-round opponents from last season, the Toronto Maple Leafs. The former Vezina Trophy winner had a GAA in the two Stanley Cup Final victories, but those numbers went up to in last year’s playoffs. The formula for success during the Lightning’s last three Stanley Cup Final appearances has consisted of exceptional puck management while playing physical, tight-checking games. In their most recent Stanley Cup Final appearances, the Lighting have gotten production from players up and down the lineup....
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