Lightning defeat Canadiens 3-2 in OT to even series

The Lightning defeated the Canadiens 3-2 in overtime in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinal, erasing a late third-period deficit on home ice to even the series.

Tampa Bay trailed entering the final period but mounted a comeback that began before the end of regulation. The Lightning scored twice in the third period to force overtime, then completed the rally when a skater found the net in the extra period.

The victory marks Tampa Bay's first win at home in this series after dropping Game 1. The teams return to Montreal for Game 3, with the series now tied at one win apiece.

Montreal carried the 2-1 lead into the third period but could not hold the advantage against Tampa Bay's pressure in the final frame.