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Lightning's Ryan McDonagh: Scores in rare loss

The Lightning defenseman scored late in the second period to cut New York's lead to 4-1. While it failed to spark a comeback, the goal spoiled Thomas Greiss's shutout bid and ended McDonagh's four-game pointless streak. The 29-year-old is up to five goals and 25 points on the season.

Lightning's Ryan McDonagh: Norris-caliber work continues

The Norris typically goes to the defender with big offensive numbers, so McDonagh is in tough to earn the nomination. But he doesn't get the power-play time or offensive-zone starts that other blueliners get. McDonagh just gets the toughest matchups -- like Connor McDavid, Taylor Hall, Nathan MacKinnon and Auston Matthews -- and keeps them off the scoresheet. This is a season for the ages for McDonagh, and he's contributing enough offense to be fantasy worthy.

Lightning's Ryan McDonagh: Most productive season of career

He is having the most productive season of his career. Right now, McDonagh is on pace to deliver his first 50-plus point season. Some of this is due to Victor Hedman's absence due to injury earlier this season. But McDonagh has been delivering with Hedman in the lineup. Keep him rolling.

Lightning's Ryan McDonagh: Suiting up Saturday

McDonagh missed most of Thursday's win over Buffalo with the injury, but it wasn't serious enough to keep him out of this contest. One of the two former Rangers captains on Tampa Bay's roster will look to build on his season total of 18 points through 26 games.

Lightning's Ryan McDonagh: Game-time call

McDonagh reportedly took to the ice for an optional morning skate, but we're not likely to hear word on his official status for the upcoming contest until warmups.