**Lightning Edge Penguins 3-2 in Overtime Thrilling Match**

In a closely contested game at PPG Paints Arena, the Tampa Bay Lightning secured a 3-2 overtime victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The decisive moment came at 3:58 into overtime when Tampa Bay forward Brayden Point scored from behind the net, leaving fans on both sides in a state of suspense.

Penguins’ goaltender Tristan Jarry, despite facing early boos, delivered a strong performance, stopping 32 of 35 shots. However, his efforts were overshadowed by the team's inability to maintain a multi-goal lead, a recurring issue this season. Penguins defenseman Marcus Pettersson expressed frustration over the team's continued struggles to hold leads, emphasizing the need for solutions and better defensive play.

Jarry’s evening started promisingly, denying Lightning's Anthony Cirelli on a key opportunity in the opening period. Moments later, Jesse Puljujarvi opened the scoring for Pittsburgh with his third goal of the season, assisted by Marcus Pettersson and Sam Poulin. Then, during a power-play in the second period, Rickard Rakell extended Pittsburgh’s lead with his seventh goal of the season, thanks to assists from Sidney Crosby and Matt Grzelcyk.

As the game progressed, Tampa Bay fought back. Brayden Point reduced the deficit with a backhander in the third period, followed by a tying goal from Cirelli, who benefitted from a puck deflection off Jarry's stick. In overtime, Point capitalized on a misplay by Jarry, sealing the win for Tampa Bay with his ninth goal of the season.

Penguins coach Mike Sullivan didn't hold back in his post-game comments, calling for more effort and attention to detail from his players, especially in defense. The defeat marks Pittsburgh’s 21st game of the season, leaving them at 7-10-4, just above the Columbus Blue Jackets in the Metropolitan Division standings.

On a side note, Penguins defenseman Kris Letang missed his third consecutive game due to illness, while Bryan Rust served as an alternate captain in his absence. Additionally, Penguins forward Anthony Beauvillier's four-game scoring streak came to an end during this match.

As the Penguins seek to rebound from this loss, they must address their defensive vulnerabilities and find ways to close out games more effectively to climb the standings.