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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 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.
On this special live edition of Block Party, hosts Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn welcome one of the most influential figures in Tampa Bay sports history, Jeff Vinik, Owner and Chairman of the Tampa Bay Lightning, for an unforgettable conversation in front of a live audience. Jeff opens up about his recovery from a serious snowmobiling accident in Norway, reflects on the journey from purchasing the Lightning in 2010 to building a perennial Stanley Cup contender, and shares behind-the-scenes stories about bringing Steve Yzerman, Todd Leiweke, and championship culture to Tampa. The conversation also dives into Water Street Tampa, the Lightning Community Heroes program, the organization's future under partners Doug Ostrover and Mark Lipschultz, memorable Stanley Cup celebrations, favorite hockey stories, music, philanthropy, and why Tampa Bay has become one of the NHL's premier destinations. Plus, Jeff shares candid thoughts on leadership, ownership, community impact, and what excites him most about the next era of Lightning hockey. Whether you're a lifelong Bolts fan or interested in leadership, business, and building a winning culture, this is an episode you won't want to miss. ⚡ Topics Include: Jeff Vinik's snowmobiling accident and recovery The evolution of the Tampa Bay Lightning Hiring Steve Yzerman and Todd Leiweke Water Street Tampa and downtown development Lightning Community Heroes and philanthropy Stanley Cup memories and celebrations The future of the Lightning organization Young players to watch this season Leadership lessons and ownership philosophy Green Day, hockey, and favorite personal stories #TampaBayLightning #JeffVinik #BlockPartyPodcast #NHL #HockeyPodcast #BoltsNation #TampaBay #LightningCommunityHeroes #WaterStreetTampa #StanleyCup #RyanCallahan #GregWolf #TampaSports #SportsBusiness #Leadership 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 8-3-1 with a wild 6-4 win over the Winnipeg Jets, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down a game that featured plenty of offense, standout individual performances, and a few defensive lessons for the Bolts moving forward. The guys discuss Pontus Holmberg's surprising four-point night, Conor Geekie's second straight game with a goal, Brayden Point's continued scoring surge, and Dominic James' successful return to the lineup that included an assist on Geekie's goal. They also analyze the Lightning's defensive-zone play, why Andrei Vasilevskiy was better than his stat line indicated, and how Tampa Bay overcame some costly breakdowns to extend its strong home record. Later, NHL insider Chris Johnston joins the show to discuss the stunning Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit, what it means for the Red Wings, why the Lightning are believed to be on Larkin's preferred trade list, and what a potential deal could look like. Johnston also shares his thoughts on Nikita Kucherov's next contract, Tampa Bay's strong start to the season, and whether the Lightning could be buyers again before the trade deadline. Plus, discussion on the Lightning's evolving forward lines, the value of the 11-forward/7-defenseman setup, Yanni Gourde's eventual return, and a preview of Saturday's matchup against Steven Stamkos and the Nashville Predators. Topics Discussed Lightning defeat Winnipeg 6-4 Pontus Holmberg's four-point performance Conor Geekie scores in back-to-back games Dominic James returns and records an assist Brayden Point's recent scoring surge Andrei Vasilevskiy's underrated performance Defensive concerns despite the victory Winnipeg's pushback and third-period comeback attempt John Carlson's goal and Charles-Édouard D'Astous' physical play Special teams continue to improve Chris Johnston joins the show The Dylan Larkin-Detroit Red Wings standoff Why the Lightning are reportedly on Larkin's trade list What a potential Larkin trade package could require Nikita Kucherov's next contract Tampa Bay's place among the NHL contenders Could Julien BriseBois make another significant move? Sam O'Reilly's value in a potential trade discussion Yanni Gourde's looming return The 11-forward, 7-defenseman debate Previewing Saturday's game against Nashville Steven Stamkos and the Predators ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, roster updates, prospect conversations, and exclusive interviews throughout the 2026-27 season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #PontusHolmberg #ConorGeekie #NikitaKucherov #BraydenPoint #AndreiVasilevskiy #DominicJames #ChrisJohnston #DylanLarkin #StevenStamkos #NHL #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning return to action tonight against the Winnipeg Jets, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli discuss the latest lineup news, including the return of Brandon Hagel and Victor Hedman, while Zemgus Girgensons remains sidelined. The guys break down what the 11-forward, 7-defenseman alignment means for Tampa Bay and why Dominic James gets another opportunity to establish himself in the lineup. Lightning reporter Ben Pierce joins the show to discuss James' development after returning from injury, why the organization remains confident in his future, and what he's seeing from the young forward as he works to regain the form he showed before last season's injury. Ben also shares insights from his recent feature on Nikita Kucherov, including conversations with Victor Hedman and Brayden Point about the newly crowned all-time leading scorer in franchise history. The conversation also dives into Tampa Bay's improving power play, why Charles-Édouard D'Astous believes a shooter's mentality has helped create recent success, and what still needs to improve on both special teams units. Plus, a look at Pontus Holmberg's surprising offensive production, Brayden Point's search for more goals, and why Conor Geekie continues to generate excitement among Lightning fans. Finally, Dave and Greg preview tonight's matchup with Winnipeg, discuss the Jets' recent struggles, the challenge posed by Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor, and examine why tonight could be another important measuring-stick game for Tampa Bay. Topics Discussed Brandon Hagel returns to the lineup Victor Hedman expected back against Winnipeg Zemgus Girgensons remains out Why the Lightning continue to favor 11 forwards and 7 defensemen Dominic James' development and opportunity Ben Pierce joins the show Nikita Kucherov's rise to franchise scoring leader Victor Hedman and Brayden Point on Kucherov's greatness Why Kucherov sees plays others don't Power play improvements over the last four games Charles-Édouard D'Astous on developing a shoot-first mentality What's still holding the penalty kill back Failed clearances and special teams execution Pontus Holmberg's surprising offensive impact Brayden Point's goal-scoring drought and confidence Conor Geekie's development and fan expectations Yanni Gourde's recovery timeline Winnipeg's recent losing streak Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor preview How the Lightning matched up against Winnipeg last season Faceoff battle and key matchups to watch Around the NHL: Dylan Larkin speculation and league headlines ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, roster updates, prospect news, and exclusive interviews throughout the 2026-27 season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #NikitaKucherov #BrandonHagel #VictorHedman #ConorGeekie #DominicJames #PontusHolmberg #BraydenPoint #MarkScheifele #KyleConnor #WinnipegJets #NHL #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the Tampa Bay Lightning returning to practice ahead of Thursday night's matchup with the Winnipeg Jets, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli focus on the biggest area of emphasis right now: tightening up the team's defensive play after a road trip that exposed some costly turnovers and defensive-zone breakdowns. The guys discuss comments from assistant coach Rob Zettler, why strong defensive habits are so difficult to maintain over an 84-game season, and how the coaching staff is working to get the Lightning back to the structure that fueled their early-season success. The conversation also includes injury and lineup updates on Brandon Hagel, Zemgus Girgensons, Yanni Gourde, and Dominic James, along with a discussion about James' development, his place in the lineup, and whether the Lightning should be giving him a larger opportunity. Dave and Greg also examine Conor Geekie's role, why the organization continues to be patient with young players, and what the coaching staff is looking for before handing out more minutes. Plus, the guys preview the Winnipeg Jets, discuss how teams respond during losing streaks, debate the Lightning's scoring versus defensive concerns, analyze ongoing faceoff challenges, and answer fan questions about the roster, player development, and playoff expectations. Topics Discussed Why the Lightning need to tighten up defensively Turnovers and defensive-zone mistakes on the recent road trip Comments from Rob Zettler on improving team defense Why defense is difficult to sustain over a long NHL season How Andrei Vasilevskiy has helped cover defensive breakdowns Brandon Hagel and Zemgus Girgensons practice updates Yanni Gourde's recovery timeline Dominic James' place in the lineup Should James be playing more regularly? Conor Geekie's development and usage Why the Lightning are taking a patient approach with young players Gage Goncalves' opportunity in the top six The challenge of earning a permanent NHL role Previewing the Winnipeg Jets Winnipeg's recent losing streak and potential response Dawson Mercer and the Jets' outlook Matthew Schaefer's historic five-minute overtime shift Are scoring concerns being overblown? Why the Lightning's biggest issue may be defensive consistency Faceoff struggles and structural challenges Anthony Cirelli's role in difficult faceoff situations What the Lightning need to improve before the playoffs Fan questions on roster construction and player development ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, roster updates, prospect discussions, and exclusive interviews all season long. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #ConorGeekie #DominicJames #AnthonyCirelli #AndreiVasilevskiy #BrandonHagel #YanniGourde #WinnipegJets #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>
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.
Five games into the season, the Tampa Bay Lightning sit atop the Atlantic Division with a 4-1-0 record and winners of four straight. This week on Into The Blue, Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the players who have impressed them most through the opening stretch, including Pontus Holmberg and Ilya Mikheyev, while looking at what's fueling the Lightning's hot start. The conversation then shifts to Nikita Kucherov's pursuit of the franchise scoring record, expectations for the rematch with the Rangers, and potential tweaks to a power play that is beginning to show signs of life. Plus, another edition of Blue Line Mailbag, insights into life aboard the team plane, Andrei Vasilevskiy's new cat-themed mask, and a breakdown of Scott Sabourin's memorable fight. Timestamps: 0:00 Welcome in & Lightning sitting atop the Atlantic Division 0:49 Most impressive Lightning player through five games 1:08 Why Ben picks Pontus Holmberg 3:29 Gabby's choice: Ilya Mikheyev's impact 5:53 Mikheyev's role on the penalty kill 7:58 Dominic James injury update and return timeline 9:20 Nikita Kucherov's pursuit of the franchise scoring record 14:39 Rangers rematch: What will be different this time? 19:46 Blue Line Mailbag begins 20:13 Power play discussion and potential lineup changes 30:08 Team plane food, snacks, and travel routines 34:41 Andrei Vasilevskiy's new goalie mask 37:39 Signs of life from the Lightning power play 39:20 Scott Sabourin's heavyweight fight 41:01 Hoping Kucherov's milestone happens at home 42:08 Closing thoughts and wrap-up The Lightning are rolling, Kucherov is closing in on history, and the fan mailbag delivers another great set of questions. Tune in for a fun and insightful look inside the team 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 remained perfect on home ice Thursday night, defeating the Winnipeg Jets 6-4 to extend their home winning streak to six games and tie a franchise record to start a season. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick breaks down an eventful Halloween Night victory that featured offense throughout the lineup and another power-play goal from the surging Bolts. The Lightning jumped on Winnipeg early and built a commanding 5-1 lead through two periods behind goals from Brayden Point, Conor Geekie, John Carlson, and Brandon Hagel. Tampa Bay's power play stayed hot as the club scored with the man advantage for the fifth consecutive game. The Jets made things interesting in the third period, scoring three times to cut the deficit to one, but the Lightning answered with an empty-net goal from Pontus Holmberg to secure the win. Holmberg finished with a career-best four-point night, recording a goal and three assists in one of the best performances of his young season. Hear postgame reaction from Head Coach Jon Cooper, Brandon Hagel, and Pontus Holmberg as the Lightning improve their impressive start and continue climbing the Eastern Conference standings. In Today's Episode: Full recap of the Lightning's 6-4 win over the Winnipeg Jets The Bolts improve to 6-0 at home and tie a franchise record for consecutive home wins to start a season Pontus Holmberg's career-best four-point performance (1 goal, 3 assists) Goals from Brayden Point, Conor Geekie, John Carlson, Brandon Hagel and Holmberg Tampa Bay's power play scores for the fifth straight game Postgame reaction from Jon Cooper, Hagel and Holmberg Preview of Saturday afternoon's matchup against the Nashville Predators This Day in Lightning History: Steven Stamkos scores the first two goals of his NHL career in a 5-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on October 30, 2008 Happy Birthday to former Lightning forward Pat Elynuik Updates from the Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears as both clubs are in action tonight The Lightning now head to Nashville looking to continue their strong play after matching a franchise record on home ice. 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 #PontusHolmberg #BraydenPoint #ConorGeekie #JohnCarlson #BrandonHagel #JonCooper #WinnipegJets #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are back in action tonight after their longest break of the season outside of the All-Star break as they host the Winnipeg Jets at Benchmark International Arena. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick gets you ready for Halloween Night hockey and breaks down the latest news from around the team. The Lightning enter the night looking to tie the franchise record for the longest home winning streak to start a season. A victory would give the Bolts six straight wins on home ice to open the year, matching marks set by the 2017-18 and 2020-21 teams. Hear from Head Coach Jon Cooper on how the team has managed a rare five-day break between games and why the layoff could be beneficial as Tampa Bay gears up for a busy stretch of the schedule. The Lightning power play has also turned a corner after a slow start to the season, scoring in four consecutive games. Cooper discusses what's been working and how the unit has regained its confidence. In Today's Episode: Preview of tonight's matchup: Lightning vs. Winnipeg Jets The Lightning return to action after a five-day break Jon Cooper on managing the longest layoff of the season Tampa Bay's power play has scored in four straight games Zemgus Girgensons has been ruled out for tonight's game Brandon Hagel is a game-time decision after missing practice Yanni Gourde's recovery timeline may be moving ahead of schedule The Lightning can tie a franchise record with a sixth straight home win to start the season Ryan McDonagh and Victor Hedman visit children at TGH Hospital's Coop's Catch Family Lounge in Halloween costumes New Block Party Podcast featuring former Lightning players Tyler Johnson and Nate Thompson discussing their careers, former teammate Ondrej Palat, and today's Lightning team Orlando Solar Bears' game against the Florida Everblades postponed due to ice issues The Bolts enter the night with a 7-3-1 record, good for the third-best points percentage in the Eastern Conference, and a chance to continue one of the best home starts in franchise history. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, game previews, player interviews, injury updates, and everything happening around the organization. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #JonCooper #VictorHedman #BrandonHagel #YanniGourde #RyanMcDonagh #WinnipegJets #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are back on the ice preparing for Thursday night's Halloween showdown with the Winnipeg Jets, and there was plenty of good news at practice. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick breaks down the latest developments from the rink, including the return of captain Victor Hedman, who was back skating with the team after missing the end of last weekend's road trip. Hedman discusses how the extended break between games has helped him recover, while the Lightning continue building momentum following a strong start to the season. Meanwhile, Zemgus Girgensons, Brandon Hagel, and Anthony Cirelli all received maintenance days as the team manages workloads during a busy stretch of the schedule. The Bolts are also seeing improvements on special teams. After a slow start to the year, Tampa Bay's power play has now scored in four consecutive games. Assistant Coach Rob Zettler explains what's changed and why the unit is beginning to find its rhythm. In Today's Episode: Victor Hedman returns to practice after missing part of the Utah game weekend Hedman discusses the benefit of the recent break in the schedule Maintenance updates on Zemgus Girgensons, Brandon Hagel, and Anthony Cirelli The Lightning power play has scored in four straight games Assistant Coach Rob Zettler on the improvement of the special teams unit Preview of Thursday's Halloween Night matchup against the Winnipeg Jets The first 10,000 fans at Thursday's game will receive a Victor Hedman collectible card giveaway New Into The Blue Podcast discussing Nikita Kucherov's franchise scoring record, Coop's Catch for Kids and the Lightning's improving power play New Block Party Podcast featuring former Lightning players Tyler Johnson and Nate Thompson Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears roster updates, including Cooper Flinton and Shawn Element being assigned to Orlando Happy Birthday to former Lightning players Benoit Hogue and Karel Betik With Nikita Kucherov now atop the franchise scoring list and Victor Hedman back on the ice, the Lightning turn their attention to one of the NHL's top teams as the Winnipeg Jets come to town for a Halloween Night showdown at Benchmark International Arena. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Lightning news, player interviews, game previews, prospect updates, and everything happening around the organization. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #VictorHedman #NikitaKucherov #BrandonHagel #AnthonyCirelli #RobZettler #WinnipegJets #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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