As the 4-Nations Face-Off tournament and the resulting break loom in February, the Tampa Bay Lightning are seeking one key as January comes to a close: normalcy.

If the forward prospect can duplicate his production from AHL Syracuse, it could provide a much-needed boost for Tampa Bay.

Chicago rookie Landon Slaggert gave Chicago their first lead of the night on a one-time shot from the top of the left faceoff circle. A Chicago shot missed the net wide but bounced around the front of the net to a waiting Ryan Donato, who extended the Blackhawks’ lead from the left side of the goal.

The NHL unveiled the Tampa Bay Lightning's Quarter-Century Team, featuring players from both Cup-winning eras.

BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Kings are looking to end a three-game slide with a win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Tampa Bay has a 15-7-1 record in home games and a 26-20-3 record overall. The Lightning have allowed 139 goals while scoring 171 for a +32 scoring differential.

Landon Slaggert scored the go-ahead goal in his season debut as the Chicago Blackhawks opened a three-game Eastern Conference road trip with a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night.

When the Tampa Bay Lightning face the Los Angeles Kings at Amalie Arena on Thursday (starting at 7:00 PM ET), Brayden Point and Anze Kopitar will be two of the top players to keep an eye on. Purchase tickets for this game at StubHub!

Brayden Point and the Tampa Bay Lightning play the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday at 7:00 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena. Does a bet on Point interest you? Use our stats and information to make the final call.

The Four Nations Face-Off gives plenty of reason for NHL fans–particularly Toronto Maple Leafs fans–to be invested in the tournament. The Maple Leafs are one of just two NHL franchises that will be represented on all four squads.

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As the 4-Nations Face-Off tournament and the resulting break loom in February, the Tampa Bay Lightning are seeking one key as January comes to a close: normalcy. After playing 15 games in 27 days, the Lightning will close a mediocre January on Thursday night against the visiting Los Angeles Kings.