The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 6–4 at Benchmark International Arena on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Tampa Bay’s offense shined in the final period, scoring six goals. Jake Guentzel stood out with two goals and five shots on goal.
Ryan McDonagh contributed to Tampa Bay’s win with one goal and one assist. Despite the loss, Carolina’s Bradly Nadeau managed to score one goal. The Hurricanes still hold the top spot in the Eastern Conference with a 22-10-3 record.
The game between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Tampa Bay Lightning ended with a 6-4 win for the Lightning. Both teams started without scoring in the first three periods. It was in the final period that the scoring began, with both teams finding the net multiple times.
The Lightning scored six times in the final period, while the Hurricanes managed four goals. The Hurricanes had 22 shots on goal, with two goals coming from power plays. The Lightning had 29 shots on goal, securing their win with a strong offensive performance in the last period.
- Jake Guentzel stood out for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He scored 2 goals and took 5 shots on goal. His performance helped Tampa Bay secure the win.
- Ryan McDonagh also played well for the Lightning. He had 1 goal and 1 assist. McDonagh’s contribution was key for the team’s success.
- For the Carolina Hurricanes, Bradly Nadeau and Eric Robinson each scored 1 goal. Nadeau took 4 shots, while Robinson had 3.
- Andrei Svechnikov added another goal for the Hurricanes. Despite their efforts, the team couldn’t overcome Tampa Bay’s lead.
What’s Next
The Tampa Bay Lightning’s win over the Carolina Hurricanes improves their record to 18-13-3. This victory helps them in the Eastern Conference standings. They are currently in 11th place. Every win is important as they try to move up in the standings.
Despite the loss, the Carolina Hurricanes remain strong with a record of 22-10-3. They hold the top spot in the Eastern Conference. The Hurricanes will aim to maintain their lead in upcoming games.
The Carolina Hurricanes will play their next game on Tuesday, December 23, against the Florida Panthers. This game will take place at their home venue, Lenovo Center. After facing the Panthers, the Hurricanes will stay at home to play the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, December 27.
Tampa Bay Lightning’s next game is scheduled for Monday, December 22, against the St. Louis Blues. This game will be held at the Benchmark International Arena, their home venue. Following this, the Lightning will travel to play the Florida Panthers on Saturday, December 27.
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Last updated:December 21, 2025 Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Lightning