
What happened
Brandon Hagel delivered a big night, knotting the Lightning-Canadiens series at 2 games apiece. Tampa Bay's victory sends the first-round matchup back to Tampa for Game 5. Hagel earlier tied the game in the contest.
Why it matters
The series tie shifts momentum to Lightning with home-ice advantage for Games 5 and 6. Tampa now controls its destiny in a best-of-three scenario. Playoff implications heighten as both teams vie for advancement.
What to watch
Game 5 in Tampa Bay is next; watch for Lightning's home dominance.