GAME RECAP
Star Tribune's Three Stars
1. Anton Stralman, Lightning: Defenseman drew penalty that led to tying goal and assisted on both goals.
2. Steve Stamkos, Lightning: Superstar captain scored a power-play goal and had three shots.
3. Ben Bishop, Lightning: The 6-foot-7 goalie made 23 of his 30 saves in the final 40 minutes.
By the numbers
6 Consecutive Wild road games scoreless after one period (2-4).
23 Blocked shots the past four games for Jared Spurgeon (three Saturday).
9.7 Percentage on the power play for the Wild.
2.6 Percentage on the power play on the road for the Wild.
MICHAEL RUSSO
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