Victor Olofsson scored twice, and Scott Wedgewood made 22 saves for his NHL-leading eighth victory of the season, as the Colorado Avalanche held off the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2.
The game was a rematch of the 2022 Stanley Cup Finals, which the Avalanche won. Ross Colton also scored, helping the Avalanche push their points total to an NHL-best 21.
The Lightning had won five games in a row prior to the loss. The Avalanche's win showcased their strength, with Olofsson's two goals and Wedgewood's impressive saves.
The Avalanche beat Tampa Bay in 2022 to win the title.
Author's summary: Avalanche win rematch against Lightning.