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The Tampa Bay Lightning took home the home opener win against Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals.
The Tampa Bay Lightning took home the home opener win against Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals.
A first period goal was the ice breaker the New York Rangers needed en route to blowing out the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Tampa Bay Lightning wrapped up the 2026 exhibition schedule on Saturday with a 3-2 preseason shootout victory over the Florida Panthers.
The Tampa Bay Lightning fell to the Florida Panthers in their third preseason match as Bolts skaters fight for roster spots.
the Tampa Bay Lightning suffered a 3-2 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators on Tuesday.
Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn host the Block Party, presented by Jai Alai IPA, to talk Tampa Bay Lightning Hockey, the NHL and life in general with great guests from all aspects of hockey. New episodes drop every Wednesday during hockey season.
This week on Block Party, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn sit down with new Lightning forward Jeff Viel for an entertaining conversation about his long road to becoming an NHL regular, life in Tampa Bay, and the physical edge he brings to the Lightning lineup. Viel shares the hilarious story of skating the wrong direction during his first NHL lap in San Jose, reflects on years of grinding through the minors, and discusses how a trade to Anaheim helped revitalize his career and ultimately led to signing a five-year deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The conversation also covers Tampa's restaurant scene, country music favorites, his beloved Dalmatian Coda, life away from the rink, and what attracted him to the Lightning organization. Plus, Viel dives into his mindset as one of hockey's toughest customers, memorable fights against some of the NHL's biggest heavyweights, playoff battles against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, and why he's excited to experience the Battle of Florida rivalry firsthand. Timestamps 00:38 - Welcoming Jeff Viel to Block Party 01:39 - Halloween costumes, Step Brothers, and life with Coda the Dalmatian 04:31 - Getting acclimated to Tampa Bay and favorite local restaurants 06:14 - Cooking at home and a love for country music 08:34 - The origin of the nickname "Chopper" 10:59 - The legendary wrong-way rookie lap in San Jose 12:18 - Grinding through the minors and earning an NHL opportunity 15:08 - Finding confidence after being traded to Anaheim 16:03 - Playing with Alex Killorn and veteran leadership 16:33 - Why Tampa Bay was the perfect fit in free agency 17:31 - Bringing physicality and offense to the Lightning lineup 19:37 - First impressions of the Lightning locker room and team culture 20:20 - Misconceptions about teammates and meeting former rivals 21:20 - Chirping opponents and getting under players' skin 21:45 - Fighting some of the NHL's biggest heavyweights 24:37 - Playing alongside Gage Goncalves and Zemgus Girgensons on an effective checking line 27:12 - Anticipation for the Battle of Florida rivalry 27:53 - Scoring a pivotal playoff goal against Edmonton 29:51 - Turning off the intensity away from the rink 31:47 - Rapid-fire questions: toughest opponents, chirpers, flights, real estate, and chess 34:15 - The Game Changer question: which NHL rule would Jeff remove See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Block Party Live, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn welcome two beloved former Tampa Bay Lightning fan favorites, Tyler Johnson and Nate Thompson, for a special Fantasy Camp edition of the show. From unforgettable NHL stories and Stanley Cup memories to life after retirement and hilarious locker room tales, the longtime teammates share plenty of laughs and behind-the-scenes insights. Nate discusses his transition into hockey media, the challenge of balancing honesty and respect while analyzing today's game, and some of the stories that will probably never make it to air. Tyler reflects on staying connected with former teammates, life after hockey, and the biggest adjustments that come with retirement. The conversation also dives into memorable coaches, favorite NHL cities, wild road trip stories, surreal career moments, and some of the toughest injuries they've witnessed during their careers. Plus, the duo answers questions from Fantasy Camp participants and shares what they’re most proud of from their time in the NHL. Timestamps 00:00 - Welcome to Block Party Live from Lightning Fantasy Camp 00:42 - Nate Thompson recalls fighting Zenon Konopka and AHL rivalries 02:40 - Tyler Johnson on his limited fighting career and protecting teammates 03:40 - Nate's transition from player to hockey media personality 05:03 - How to critique players without disrespecting them 06:46 - Stories that are still off limits after retirement 07:39 - The teammate Nate could call anytime: Ondrej Palat 08:42 - Tyler's favorite Ondrej Palat story 09:22 - Tyler's post-hockey life and charity work 10:17 - Coaches who left a lasting impression, including Randy Carlyle 12:40 - Where Tyler and Nate would fit in today's Lightning lineup 13:39 - The incredible growth of Tampa Bay since their playing days 15:15 - The biggest adjustment to life after hockey 17:08 - Favorite NHL cities and road-trip destinations 19:30 - What surprised them most about reaching the NHL 20:52 - Appreciating NHL perks and life on the road 21:25 - The cultural differences inside an NHL locker room 22:29 - Moments that felt like they were living in a movie 23:32 - Nate's unforgettable NHL call-up story 26:42 - Fan Q&A from Lightning Fantasy Camp participants 27:22 - Underappreciated parts of Tyler Johnson's game 28:28 - Nate Thompson on being an underrated playmaker 29:02 - The ugliest injuries they've witnessed in hockey 32:00 - Final thoughts and Fantasy Camp sendoff Don't miss this entertaining look back at two memorable Lightning careers filled with stories, laughter, and insights from life in the NHL. #TampaBayLightning #BlockPartyPodcast #TylerJohnson #NateThompson #NHL #BoltsNation #LightningFantasyCamp #BraydonCoburn #GregWolf #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Block Party, hosts Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn sit down with Tampa Bay Lightning forward Conor Geekie for a wide-ranging and hilarious conversation about life on and off the ice. From his development journey and time in Syracuse to becoming a key part of the Lightning locker room culture, Geekie opens up about the growth that's helped him reach the next level of his game. Geekie shares how working with renowned skating coach Barb Underhill helped transform his skating, discusses the confidence he's gained as a player, and explains why switching to No. 94 has become part of his identity. He also takes fans behind the scenes of his recent engagement, wedding planning in Saskatchewan, his role as the team's unofficial DJ, gaming habits, Star Wars obsession, and the NHL rule he'd most like to change. Plus, hear stories about slow-pitch softball tournaments, hockey superstitions, stick customization, locker room music, and the close bond shared by the Lightning's young core. Timestamps 00:15 - Welcoming Conor Geekie back to Block Party 02:21 - Growth since last appearance: skating, development & confidence 08:44 - Engagement story and proposal details 11:19 - Saskatchewan wedding socials explained 13:24 - Wedding planning and getting married back home 15:48 - Conor's role as the Lightning locker room DJ 18:28 - What music do NHL players listen to? 19:29 - Geek Squad sponsorships, haircuts and hockey flow 21:01 - Syracuse development, competition and support among prospects 23:19 - Why No. 94 feels right 26:10 - Stick superstitions, initials and equipment habits 31:18 - Gaming, Rocket League, Rainbow Six & Farming Simulator 33:07 - Fashion advice, game-day outfits and Amazon shopping 35:17 - Star Wars fandom and building a lightsaber 36:49 - "Game Changer" NHL rule debate 39:04 - Final thoughts and season outlook ⚡ Subscribe for new episodes of Block Party, featuring exclusive conversations with your favorite Tampa Bay Lightning players, coaches and personalities. #TampaBayLightning #ConorGeekie #BlockPartyPodcast #NHL #BoltsNation #LightningHockey #HockeyPodcast #BraydonCoburn #GregWolf #TampaBaySports See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
<p><strong>Lightning Power Lunch</strong> is your daily destination for everything Tampa Bay Lightning. Join Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli every weekday as they break down the latest news, analyze the biggest storylines, discuss key performances, and provide insider insight on the Bolts. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just looking to stay connected with the team, Lightning Power Lunch keeps you informed and up to date all season long.</p>
The Tampa Bay Lightning improved to 8-0 at home with a convincing 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down another strong performance at Benchmark International Arena and discuss why the Lightning continue to be one of the NHL's toughest home teams to beat. The guys examine Tampa Bay's fast start, another opening-period lead, and the impact of the reunited Zemgus Girgensons-Pontus Holmberg-Ilya Mikheyev line. Mikheyev scored twice against his former team, while the line once again shut down the opposition's top offensive threat and controlled play throughout the night. They also discuss Victor Hedman's power-play goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy's 600th NHL start, the continued improvement of the Lightning power play, and why Girgensons' return may have been one of the biggest factors in Tampa Bay's success. Plus, thoughts on Yanni Gourde's expected return, the future makeup of the Lightning lineup, the continued emergence of Max Crozier, Charles-Édouard D'Astous, and Conor Geekie, and a preview of a challenging four-game road trip featuring stops in Minnesota, Winnipeg, Buffalo, and Columbus. Topics Discussed Lightning improve to 8-0 at home Breaking down the 4-1 win over Chicago Ilya Mikheyev scores twice against his former team Why the Girgensons-Holmberg-Mikheyev line continues to drive success Matching up against Connor Bedard and Chicago's top line Victor Hedman's power-play goal and confidence boost Andrei Vasilevskiy's 600th NHL start How the power play has turned things around Zemgus Girgensons' impact since moving to center Faceoff success and puck-possession advantages Yanni Gourde's expected return and lineup implications What happens to the forward lines when Gourde returns? Max Crozier's continued growth Charles-Édouard D'Astous' role on the power play Jeff Viel's heavyweight fight and physical presence Conor Geekie's development and opportunity Previewing the road trip through Minnesota, Winnipeg, Buffalo and Columbus Why the Lightning need a stronger road performance Evaluating the gap between Tampa Bay's home and road records Fan questions on lineup decisions, special teams and player development ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, prospect updates, roster discussions, and exclusive interviews all season long. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #IlyaMikheyev #AndreiVasilevskiy #VictorHedman #ZemgusGirgensons #PontusHolmberg #ConorGeekie #YanniGourde #ConnorBedard #NHL #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning look to improve to 8-0 at home tonight as they host the Chicago Blackhawks, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down a matchup that appears favorable on paper but still comes with plenty of potential pitfalls. The guys discuss Chicago's struggles this season, why back-to-back games can still be tricky for opponents, and what the Lightning need to do to take advantage of a team sitting near the bottom of the NHL standings. Dave and Greg examine the Blackhawks' rebuilding process under Jeff Blashill, the development of young stars Connor Bedard, Anton Frondell, Artyom Levshunov, and Roman Kantserov, and why injured defenseman Bo Byram remains such a critical piece of Chicago's future. They also discuss the challenges of rebuilding in today's NHL and why developing young talent requires the right veteran support system. Later, the conversation shifts to the league's biggest story: Nikita Kucherov's contract situation. Dave and Greg react to recent comments from agent Dan Milstein, discuss the realities of building a championship roster around a superstar contract, and debate the various paths forward for both Kucherov and the Lightning organization. Plus, thoughts on Andrei Vasilevskiy's 600th NHL start, the continued emergence of Pontus Holmberg, Zemgus Girgensons, Conor Geekie, and Charles-Édouard D'Astous, along with listener questions on roster construction, player development, and the Lightning's Stanley Cup outlook. Topics Discussed Lightning look for an 8th straight home win Previewing Tampa Bay vs. Chicago Why the Blackhawks remain dangerous despite their record Chicago's struggles in offense, defense and special teams The development of Connor Bedard and Chicago's young core Jeff Blashill's challenge leading a rebuild Bo Byram's importance to the Blackhawks' future Roman Kantserov's strong rookie season Spencer Knight vs. Arvid Söderblom in goal Andrei Vasilevskiy's 600th NHL start Zemgus Girgensons' impact on the Lightning lineup Pontus Holmberg's breakout season Conor Geekie's continued development Charles-Édouard D'Astous' emergence Nikita Kucherov contract discussions How the salary cap increase impacts negotiations Can a contender replace Kucherov's production? Potential roster-building strategies moving forward Fan questions on player development and championship windows Previewing the weekend road trip to Minnesota and Winnipeg ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, roster updates, prospect insights, and exclusive interviews all season long. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #NikitaKucherov #AndreiVasilevskiy #ConorGeekie #PontusHolmberg #ZemgusGirgensons #ConnorBedard #JeffBlashill #ChicagoBlackhawks #NHL #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning remained perfect at home with a 4-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down a game that featured a dominant start, timely scoring from Brayden Point, and another stellar performance from Andrei Vasilevskiy. The guys discuss what may have been Tampa Bay's most dominant period of the season, as the Lightning completely controlled play in the opening 20 minutes and built a 2-0 lead behind Point's two goals. They also examine Point's recent surge, why his confidence appears to be growing, and how his production could elevate an already improving Lightning power play. Despite the victory, Dave and Greg dive into the defensive concerns that continue to surface. The Lightning surrendered several Grade-A chances, relied heavily on Vasilevskiy's brilliance late in the game, and saw Detroit nearly erase a multi-goal deficit. The discussion focuses on whether these issues are early-season growing pains or trends that need immediate correction. Plus, thoughts on Anthony Cirelli's goal, Gage Goncalves' strong setup, the continued evolution of the power play featuring Charles-Édouard D'Astous, Nikita Kucherov's production since his trade-request comments, Dominic James' reassignment to Syracuse, and why the upcoming stretch against Chicago, Winnipeg, Minnesota and Buffalo presents another important test for Tampa Bay. Topics Discussed Lightning defeat Detroit 4-2 to stay undefeated at home Brayden Point scores twice and appears to be regaining his scoring touch Was this Tampa Bay's most dominant first period of the season? How puck possession fueled the Lightning's early success Anthony Cirelli's goal extends the lead to 3-0 Why the Red Wings gained confidence after Lucas Raymond's goal Defensive-zone breakdowns remain a concern Several missed Detroit chances and open-net opportunities Andrei Vasilevskiy's key saves preserve the victory The impact of Detroit's third-period power plays Why faceoffs may be a bigger concern than many realize Charles-Édouard D'Astous and the power play's recent improvement Nikita Kucherov's production since the trade-request story broke Brayden Point's role in revitalizing the power play Dominic James reassigned to Syracuse for development Yanni Gourde's recovery timeline Gage Goncalves earning more opportunities Evaluating the Lightning's defensive structure through 12 games Chicago Blackhawks preview Looking ahead to a challenging road trip ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, roster updates, prospect reports, and exclusive interviews throughout the 2026-27 season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #BraydenPoint #AndreiVasilevskiy #NikitaKucherov #AnthonyCirelli #ConorGeekie #DominicJames #YanniGourde #CharlesEdouardDAstous #NHL #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
<p>Join Tampa Bay Lightning insiders Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce as they take you behind the scenes with exclusive access, a look ahead, and fun segments that bring the Bolts to life. New episodes are released every Monday and are presented by Penelope Bourbon.</p>
It's a packed episode of Into The Blue as Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce address the biggest story surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning: reports regarding Nikita Kucherov's future with the organization. The duo discusses statements from both Kucherov and General Manager Julian BriseBois, what it means for the team moving forward, and why the focus remains squarely on chasing another Stanley Cup this season. They also preview the Lightning's first Atlantic Division matchup of the season against the Detroit Red Wings, break down why every divisional game carries extra importance, and examine what Tampa Bay must improve defensively as the season heats up. Plus, Conor Geekie continues his breakout campaign with goals in three straight games, and Gabby and Ben discuss the growth in his game, his increased confidence, and the impact he's making throughout the lineup. The Blue Line Mailbag tackles questions about line combinations, adapting to new linemates, and what it's like to face a former teammate. The episode wraps up with another entertaining edition of Plus/Minus featuring Charles-Edouard D'Astous' growing role on the power play, a special birthday shoutout for Gabby's mom, Halloween travel adventures, and the challenges of adjusting to daylight saving time. From league-wide headlines to divisional rivalries and emerging young talent, Gabby and Ben cover everything Lightning fans are talking about on another episode of Into The Blue, presented by Penelope Bourbon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A historic week for the Tampa Bay Lightning takes center stage on this episode of Into The Blue as Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce react to Nikita Kucherov becoming the franchise's all-time points leader, passing Steven Stamkos with point No. 1,138. The duo breaks down the milestone, Kucherov's remarkable work ethic, his teammates' reactions, and some of their favorite highlights from his incredible career. They also dive into the recent turnaround of the Lightning power play, discuss what's changed over the last four games, and look ahead to upcoming matchups against Winnipeg and Nashville. Plus, fan questions spark a conversation about the highly anticipated Hometown Remix jerseys, life on the road with the team, and memorable Kucherov moments. To wrap things up, Gabby and Ben share stories from Coop's Catch for Kids, a behind-the-scenes visit with the Goncalves family, and another entertaining edition of Plus/Minus. From franchise records to fan questions and a sneak peek at the Lightning's upcoming Hometown Remix look, this week's episode has a little bit of everything. Tune in for another behind-the-scenes look at the Tampa Bay Lightning on Into The Blue, presented by Penelope Bourbon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning head out on their longest road trip of the season, and there's plenty to discuss on this week's Into The Blue, presented by Penelope Bourbon. Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce break down what the Lightning need to do to translate their dominant home success into wins on the road as the team prepares for matchups against Vegas, Colorado, and Utah. The duo also dives into Dominic James' impressive return to the lineup, his growing role within the organization, and why his speed continues to make an impact every time he steps on the ice. Plus, Nikita Kucherov sits just four points away from becoming the franchise's all-time scoring leader, setting up what could be a historic week for the Lightning. Gabby and Ben also answer fan questions about Yanni Gourde's eventual return, Pierre-Édouard Bellemare's transition to player development, and wrap things up with Plus/Minus featuring new broadcast opportunities, travel challenges, and some very relatable packing struggles. Timestamps 0:00 Welcome in & previewing the upcoming road trip 1:00 Why the Lightning need better road starts 5:26 Dominic James returns to the lineup 6:04 What makes Dominic James so effective 10:49 Where Dominic James can fit throughout the lineup 13:48 Nikita Kucherov closing in on franchise scoring history 15:02 Kucherov's recent play and postgame comments 17:40 Just how impressive Kucherov's numbers really are 21:12 Blue Line Mailbag begins 23:20 Where does Yanni Gourde fit when he returns? 33:54 Pierre-Édouard Bellemare's move behind the bench 39:35 Plus: Gabby hosts the Lightning broadcast 42:52 Plus: Ben's first appearance on the TV broadcast 47:00 Minus: Last-minute road trip packing 48:41 Minus: Surviving a week of late-night puck drops 50:15 Programming note for next week's episode 50:40 Final thoughts & Kucherov milestone watch With Kucherov on the verge of history, Dominic James making a strong early impact, and a challenging road trip ahead, Gabby and Ben cover everything Lightning fans need to know on this week's episode of Into The Blue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
<p>The Lightning Daily Strike Podcast starts every day with the latest info on the Tampa Bay Lightning. In 5 minutes or less you’ll hear from the Lightning coaches and players, Dave Mishkin’s game highlights, interesting stats & figures on the Bolts, news & notes, Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears updates plus this date in Lightning History.</p>
The Tampa Bay Lightning pulled off one of their most dramatic wins of the season, erasing a two-goal third-period deficit before defeating the Minnesota Wild in overtime. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick recaps a thrilling comeback victory that showcased the resilience of the Bolts and another clutch performance from Nikita Kucherov. After falling behind 2-0 in the opening minutes and trailing 3-1 late in the third period, Tampa Bay mounted a furious comeback. The Lightning capitalized on the power play, tied the game in the final minutes, and then won it in overtime when Kucherov delivered his 10th career overtime game-winning goal. The night was also a milestone moment for Brayden Point, who became the third-fastest player in franchise history to reach 700 career points, tying Marty St. Louis by reaching the mark in 736 games. Meanwhile, Charle-Édouard D'Astous enjoyed the best offensive game of his career with a three-point performance, while Dennis Hildeby continued his impressive start to the season by improving to 3-0-1. In Today's Episode: Full recap of the Lightning's overtime comeback win over the Minnesota Wild The Bolts erase a two-goal third-period deficit to complete a dramatic rally Nikita Kucherov's overtime winner, the 10th OT game-winning goal of his career Brayden Point reaches 700 career points, tying Marty St. Louis as the third-fastest player in franchise history to the mark Charle-Édouard D'Astous records a career-high three points The Lightning score three power-play goals, their first multi-power-play-goal game of the season Hear from Jon Cooper, Jake Guentzel, and D'Astous following the win Nikita Kucherov reaches 100 points for the calendar year for the eighth time in his career Dennis Hildeby improves to 3-0-1 on the season Preview of tonight's matchup against the Winnipeg Jets in the second half of a back-to-back This Day in Lightning History: Vincent Lecavalier's hat trick powers a 9-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2003, setting franchise records for goals and margin of victory Updates from the Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears The Lightning now head to Winnipeg looking to keep their momentum rolling after one of their most impressive comeback victories in recent memory. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, game recaps, player interviews, prospect updates, and everything happening around the organization. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #NikitaKucherov #BraydenPoint #CharleEdouardDAstous #DennisHildeby #JakeGuentzel #MinnesotaWild #WinnipegJets #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Lightning hit the road tonight to begin a challenging four-game road trip, starting with a showdown against the Minnesota Wild. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick previews a matchup between two of the NHL's hottest teams as Tampa Bay looks to keep its momentum rolling after consecutive wins over the Winnipeg Jets and Chicago Blackhawks. The road trip features two sets of back-to-back games, with stops in Minnesota and Winnipeg this weekend before trips to Buffalo and Columbus next week. Tampa Bay won the first meeting against Minnesota 3-2 back on October 8 behind two goals from John Carlson, while the Wild enter tonight's contest riding a three-game winning streak of their own. The Lightning power play has come alive after a slow start, scoring in seven of the last eight games. Hear from Head Coach Jon Cooper and captain Victor Hedman on what's changed and why the special teams unit is finding success. In Today's Episode: Preview of tonight's matchup: Lightning vs. Minnesota Wild The start of a four-game road trip featuring two back-to-back sets Tampa Bay won the first meeting with Minnesota 3-2 on October 8 behind two goals from John Carlson The Lightning and Wild both enter the game among the NHL leaders in winning percentage Jon Cooper and Victor Hedman on the recent power-play resurgence The Lightning power play has scored in seven of the last eight games Brayden Point carries a six-game point streak into tonight's game and sits one point away from 700 for his career Ryan McDonagh returns to his hometown area and looks to extend his goal streak to three games Erik Cernak is one assist away from 100 in his NHL career Congratulations to Jake Guentzel, whose No. 20 jersey was retired by Omaha after helping lead the program to its only Frozen Four appearance This Day in Lightning History: Doug Crossman's six-point game in 1992 remains tied for the franchise record for points in a game Updates from the Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears as both clubs continue weekend action The Lightning are looking to improve on last month's back-to-back results and continue one of the strongest starts in the Eastern Conference. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, game previews, recaps, player interviews, and everything happening around the organization. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #BraydenPoint #VictorHedman #JonCooper #RyanMcDonagh #ErikCernak #JakeGuentzel #MinnesotaWild #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning continue to make history on home ice. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick recaps Tampa Bay's 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, a win that extended the Lightning's franchise-record home winning streak to start the season to eight games. The Bolts are now 8-0 at home and have become just the fifth NHL team in the last decade to begin a season with at least eight consecutive home victories. The Lightning got contributions throughout the lineup, including another strong performance from Victor Hedman, who scored his fourth goal of the season and moved into a tie with Mattias Ohlund for the eighth-most power-play goals by a Swedish defenseman. It was also a milestone night for Andrei Vasilevskiy, who made the 600th start of his NHL career and improved to 8-3-1 on the season. Meanwhile, Ilya Mikheyev scored twice for the 12th multi-goal game of his NHL career, helping the Bolts pull away in the third period. Hear postgame reaction from Head Coach Jon Cooper, Erik Cernak, and Victor Hedman as Tampa Bay continues one of the best starts in franchise history. In Today's Episode: Full recap of the Lightning's 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks The Bolts improve to 8-0 at home and extend their franchise-record home winning streak to start the season Ilya Mikheyev's two-goal performance, his 12th career multi-goal game Victor Hedman's fourth goal of the season and continued strong play Postgame reaction from Jon Cooper, Erik Cernak, and Hedman Andrei Vasilevskiy reaches 600 career starts and improves to 8-3-1 this season Zemgus Girgensons returns to the lineup after missing three games and picks up an assist Brayden Point extends his point streak to six games and moves one point away from 700 for his NHL career Preview of Saturday's road matchup against the Minnesota Wild Check out the new Hometown Remix collection now available at Benchmark International Arena and online This Day in Lightning History: Dominic James' first three-point NHL game in a 6-3 win over the Vegas Golden Knights in 2025 Updates from the Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears ahead of a busy hockey weekend The Lightning now head to Minnesota looking to stay hot and continue one of the best starts in the NHL. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, game recaps, player interviews, prospect updates, and everything happening around the organization. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #AndreiVasilevskiy #IlyaMikheyev #VictorHedman #BraydenPoint #ZemgusGirgensons #ChicagoBlackhawks #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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