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Lightning Extend Streak with Shootout Victory Over Blackhawks

1/24/2026

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Summary

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The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1 in a shootout on January 23, 2026, extending their point streak to 15 games.
The Lightning outshot Chicago 31-18 but failed to convert chances.
Ryan Greene scored late in the first period for Chicago.
Nikita Kucherov tied the game in the second.
In the shootout, Kucherov and Gage Goncalves scored for the Lightning, and Dominic James netted the winning goal.

History

Historical Context

The NHL's 1967 expansion doubled its teams from six to twelve, introducing franchises like the Los Angeles Kings and Philadelphia Flyers. This pivotal move not only diversified the league's fan base but also set the stage for future growth, leading to competitive matchups and increased popularity. By 2021, the NHL had expanded to 32 teams, reflecting its ongoing evolution.

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Story summary

The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1 in a shootout on January 23, 2026, extending their point streak to 15 games.
The Lightning outshot Chicago 31-18 but failed to convert chances.
Ryan Greene scored late in the first period for Chicago.
Nikita Kucherov tied the game in the second.
In the shootout, Kucherov and Gage Goncalves scored for the Lightning, and Dominic James netted the winning goal.

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