In an NHL game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Toronto Maple Leafs, a notable incident unfolded when Tampa was leading 3-0. As the game approached its end, Toronto pulled their goalie in a desperate attempt to score. The Lightning players seized the opportunity, intercepting the puck which was passed to Jake Guentzel, an Olympic gold medalist, allowing him a clear shot at an empty net. However, Guentzel hit the post and then completely missed the puck as it rebounded back towards him, falling and sliding out of the play.

This failed opportunity could have sealed the game for Tampa, but instead, Toronto quickly transitioned to a counterattack following Guentzel's mistake, resulting in John Tavares scoring a goal to narrow the gap. Thankfully for Guentzel and Tampa Bay, this late goal did not spark a larger comeback, with Tampa ultimately securing a 4-2 victory. Guentzel's blunder unexpectedly drew comparisons to a famous incident from 2007 involving former NHL player Patrik Stefan, who also famously missed an empty-net opportunity after a similar play.

The moment serves as a reminder that even elite players can have off-days and that mistakes can happen at the most critical junctions in a game. While Tampa Bay celebrated their win, Guentzel's miss will likely be a talking point among fans and analysts, echoing how high-pressure moments can sometimes lead to memorable mishaps.