Finally a Christmas present no Lighting fans expected - a win!
Tampa finally wrapped up a result with a 2-0 victory against Pittsburgh. Mike Smith stopped 15 shots in snapping an 11-game winless streak, while rookie Paul Szczechura enjoyed his first career two-point night to help Lightning pick up just its third victory in 17 games under interim coach Rick Tocchet.
Smith made 15 saves to earn his second shutout of the season, Szczechura had a goal and an assist, Matt Pettinger had a goal and Mark Recchi recorded two assists to give him 1,401 points for his career as the Lightning won for the second time in their past 14 games.
The Penguins, who hadn't been shut out at home since January 18 when the Lightning beat them 3-0, were held to seven shots in the final two periods as Tampa Bay set a season-low with 15 shots allowed.
''It's like a sigh of relief,'' said Smith. ''You almost forget how to win.''
Well done guys, that his given us a merry Christmas!
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