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2015 NHL Playoffs Game 12 recap: Tampa Bay Lightning fall to Montreal Canadiens 2-1 in Game 5

The Tampa Bay Lightning showed up for half of one period and got the result they deserved -- a 2-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 5, as the series lead shrinks to 3-2.

After getting blasted on home ice in Game 4, the Tampa Bay Lightning were looking to "reclaim their identity" in Game 5 as the series shifted back to Montreal.

That identity? Still looking for it.

The Montreal Canadiens controlled the pace of play for most of the game, especially at even strength, and thus drew the game's only three power play opportunities, which helped them keep momentum on their side for most of the game.