The Vancouver Canucks made mistakes defensively and struggled to beat Andrei Vasilevskiy offensively in a 4-1 loss.
Let’s be clear: it’s not time to worry just yet. But you can start getting worried. Feel free to take those first few steps towards concern, inch your way near trepidation, and flirt slightly with vexation. It’s not time to actually worry but you can put “worry” into your preferred navigation app or GPS and get directions.
It’s no wonder the Lightning dominated the opening 20 minutes, spurred on by the emotion of the crowd and the desire to give their community something that might lift their spirits. That’s one of the best parts of sports. “We weren’t ready to play in the first period,” said Rick Tocchet. “I know it was only 1-0 but I don’t think we won a battle.”
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