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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.
Drew Garabo at his first ever Tampa Bay Lightning Media Day
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.
On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning General Manager Julien BriseBois to discuss the team’s outlook moving forward after a 4th straight exit in the first round, some of the young players making an impact, the Bolts identity, The Syracuse Crunch’s season and his Olympics experience in Milan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Pat Maroon are joined by hockey influencer Ryan Winn to discuss his hockey background, cheering on his sister as she won a Gold Medal in the Olympics, how viral moments shape sports content, his new Kick Ice show collaboration with the Lightning, his love of jorts and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week’s Block Party podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by Sportsnet’s Kyle Bukauskas to discuss his journey to covering the NHL, the playoffs, his thoughts on this Lightning team, the chances Bolts players win postseason awards and more. 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 wrap up their homestand tonight against the Minnesota Wild, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli preview the matchup, discuss the latest lineup news, and break down the changes the coaching staff is considering for a power play still searching for its first goal of the season. Ed Encina joins the show to discuss Dennis Hildeby's first start as a member of the Lightning, why Tampa Bay is sticking with the 11-forward, 7-defenseman alignment, and what he's learned about Conor Geekie's tremendous growth and confidence heading into his third NHL season. Plus, a look at Victor Hedman's encouraging start, the impact of reducing his workload, and why the Lightning believe their defensive depth can be a major advantage all season long. The guys also dive into the potential power play adjustments involving John Carlson and Charles-Édouard D'Astous, discuss the emergence of the Ilya Mikheyev-Pontus Holmberg-Zemgus Girgensons line, and debate the future contract outlook for Nikita Kucherov. Topics Lightning vs. Wild preview and Minnesota's challenging schedule Dennis Hildeby gets his first start for Tampa Bay Dominic James remains out and lineup notes Ed Encina joins the show Hildeby's opportunity and long-term upside Why the Lightning continue using 11 forwards and 7 defensemen Conor Geekie's growth, confidence and strong start Victor Hedman's improving play and adjusted role Hedman's physicality and impact on the team's identity Power play changes featuring John Carlson and Charles-Édouard D'Astous Why the Lightning believe the power play is trending in the right direction Mikheyev, Holmberg and Girgensons continue to impress Around the NHL: Slow starts and special teams struggles Nikita Kucherov contract discussion and salary cap implications Could Conor Geekie be headed for a breakout season? Is Jon Cooper's early-season messaging any different this year? Lightning defensive depth and D'Astous' future Why Hildeby's start comes at the perfect time Does the Lightning power play need a major overhaul? Final thoughts and Wild game preview ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, roster news, prospect updates, and exclusive interviews all season long. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #ConorGeekie #DennisHildeby #VictorHedman #NikitaKucherov #JohnCarlson #EdEncina #MinnesotaWild #NHL #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare for Thursday night's showdown with the Minnesota Wild, one of the biggest questions facing the coaching staff is where Dominic James fits into the lineup once he's activated from injury. On today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli examine the roster decisions ahead, discuss whether the Lightning should continue dressing 11 forwards and 7 defensemen, and debate which players could be impacted by James' return. The guys break down Jansen Harkins being placed on waivers, why Conor Geekie's strong play could make him difficult to take out of the lineup, and how Tampa Bay's defensive depth continues to create difficult decisions for Jon Cooper and his staff. They also dive into whether 11F-7D could become a long-term strategy for this Lightning team and how it can create matchup challenges for opponents. Plus, discussion on a potential new-look power play featuring John Carlson in the left circle, Charle-Édouard D'Astous at the point, the Minnesota Wild's outlook entering Thursday's game, and an interesting conversation around player movement, contracts, and some of the NHL's biggest ongoing situations. Topics Brayden Point's strong play and Lightning practice updates Emil Lilleberg returns to practice in a non-contact jersey Jansen Harkins on waivers and Dominic James' impending return Could the Lightning use 11 forwards and 7 defensemen long term? How Tampa Bay's defensive depth is creating lineup challenges Does 11F-7D create matchup problems for opponents? Where exactly does Dominic James fit in the lineup? Why Conor Geekie has earned a longer leash Breaking down the projected lines from practice Minnesota Wild preview and key players to watch Kirill Kaprizov, Matt Boldy and Minnesota's playoff outlook Quinn Hughes' future and the growing trend of player movement New power-play look featuring John Carlson and Charle-Édouard D'Astous Conor Geekie's development and Ed Encina's feature story Listener questions: James, Gage Goncalves and future lineup decisions What happens when Yanni Gourde returns? Final thoughts and Lightning-Wild preview ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, prospect updates, roster decisions, and exclusive interviews all season long. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #DominicJames #ConorGeekie #JohnCarlson #BraydenPoint #JonCooper #MinnesotaWild #NHL #HockeyPodcast #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are off to a strong start, earning their second straight win with a convincing 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. On today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down the Bolts' dominant performance, discuss why the score could have been even more lopsided, and examine the growing confidence surrounding this year's team. The guys discuss the outstanding play of Ilya Mikheyev, Zemgus Girgensons, and Pontus Holmberg, a line that has become one of Tampa Bay's most effective units through the first week of the season. They also dive into Max Crozier's continued emergence on the blue line, Victor Hedman's evolving role, and why the Lightning's defensive depth could lead to more 11-forward, 7-defenseman lineups moving forward. Plus, thoughts on the power play's slow start despite generating quality chances, the improved play of Brayden Point, Brandon Hagel, and Nikita Kucherov, the status of Dominic James, and what lineup decisions await Jon Cooper when the Lightning get healthier. Topics Lightning beat Flyers 4-1 for their second straight win Why Tampa Bay controlled the game despite the close score Comparing the Flyers win to Saturday's victory over Washington Brandon Hagel's penalty and the debate over supplemental discipline How Porter Martone got under the Lightning's skin Ilya Mikheyev, Zemgus Girgensons & Emil Holmberg continue to shine Why Jon Cooper keeps leaning on the Mikheyev line Max Crozier's impressive performance and lineup case Victor Hedman's changing role and managing defensive minutes Faceoff struggles, Brayden Point's goal and John Carlson's impact The power play discussion: concern or patience? Dominic James injury update and lineup decisions ahead Looking ahead to Minnesota and the rest of the week ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game analysis, roster updates, prospect news, and exclusive interviews all season long. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #ConorGeekie #IlyaMikheyev #MaxCrozier #VictorHedman #BraydenPoint #NikitaKucherov #DominicJames #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>
The Tampa Bay Lightning are 1-1 through two games, and on this week's Into The Blue, Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce break down the dramatic difference between Game 1 in New York and the impressive home-opening victory over Washington. The duo discusses the team's renewed intensity, physical play, and commitment to winning battles, plus what Emil Lilleberg's injury means for the blue line as Max Crozier steps into the lineup. They also dive into the Lightning's much-improved power play, provide updates on Dominic James, answer fan questions, and take a look at several major milestones that could be approaching for Nikita Kucherov, Andrei Vasilevskiy, Victor Hedman, and others. Plus, listener questions, behind-the-scenes stories from Blue Carpet arrivals, and another entertaining edition of Plus/Minus. Topics: Intro & Lightning's bounce-back win over Washington What changed from Game 1 to Game 2? Intensity, physicality & winning battles Emil Lilleberg's fight, injury update & timeline for return Max Crozier enters the lineup and what he brings to the blue line Dominic James injury update and potential return date Breaking down the Lightning power play and why John Cooper liked what he saw Blue Line Mailbag: Upcoming Lightning milestones and records to watch Nikita Kucherov's pursuit of the franchise scoring record Do Viel and Charle-Edouard D'Astous know each other from Rimouski? Plus/Minus: First win of the season, Blue Carpet memories, sleep schedules & parenting challenges Closing thoughts and wrap-up Listen now as Gabby and Ben take you behind the scenes of the Tampa Bay Lightning season on another episode of Into The Blue, presented by Penelope Bourbon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Season 4 of Into the Blue is officially underway! Hosts Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce return to kick off another Tampa Bay Lightning season, catch up after the summer, and dive into the biggest storylines surrounding the team ahead of Opening Night. They discuss the roster decisions coming out of training camp, the crowded blue line battle, Nikita Kucherov's contract situation, and what stood out most from a highly competitive camp. Plus, the fan-favorite Plus/Minus segment returns with plenty of offseason stories, including weddings, engagements, new homes, a missing dog adventure, and more. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome back to Season 4 of Into the Blue 2:15 – Meet the hosts: Gabby & Ben catch up after the offseason 4:20 – What's new this season? Listener feedback & behind-the-scenes plans 7:05 – Benjamin Rautiainen loaned back to Finland and roster implications 8:40 – Breaking down the Lightning's Opening Night roster 11:40 – Victor Hedman's return and expectations for the season 14:15 – The battle on the blue line: Why eight NHL defensemen creates tough decisions 21:45 – The latest on Nikita Kucherov's contract situation 25:00 – Plus/Minus returns 26:00 – Eric Cernak's Lake Como wedding & Conor Geekie's engagement 30:00 – Ben's summer plus: Buying a new home in Tampa 33:00 – Gabby's summer plus: Celebrating her grandmother's 90th birthday 35:00 – Ben's summer minus: The dreaded dentist appointment 36:30 – Gabby's unbelievable missing dog story 42:30 – Final thoughts and looking ahead to the new season 🎧 Subscribe, follow, and send in your questions for future episodes as Into the Blue brings you even more behind-the-scenes access throughout the 2026-27 Tampa Bay Lightning season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce wrap up the Tampa Bay Lightning's season after their loss in Game 7 to the Montreal Canadiens in the Stanley Cup Playoffs first round. They discuss the team's performance this year, what the players had to say in exit interviews and they look ahead to next season's team and what changes might come to the roster. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon. 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 capped off a perfect three-game homestand with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild, improving to 3-1-0 on the season and building momentum before heading out on their first road trip of the year. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick recaps another impressive team performance as the Bolts continue their strong start to the season. The Lightning struck twice in the opening period, including a goal just 36 seconds apart, and got a breakout night from John Carlson, who scored twice, including Tampa Bay's first power-play goal of the season after the club had started the year 0-for-14 with the man advantage. In net, Dennis Hildeby earned the victory in his first start with the Lightning, stopping 34 shots and making 15 saves in the third period to help preserve the win. Hear from Hildeby about his performance and what the opportunity meant to him. Meanwhile, Nikita Kucherov continued his hot start with two primary assists, extending his season-opening point streak to four games and bringing his season total to six points. In Today's Episode: Full recap of the Lightning's 3-2 win over the Minnesota Wild The Bolts complete a perfect 3-0 homestand John Carlson's two-goal night, including the first power-play goal of the season Dennis Hildeby earns his first win as a Bolt with 34 saves Jon Cooper on Tampa Bay's success in close games Nikita Kucherov extends his season-opening point streak to four games Watch the latest episode of New In Blue featuring John Carlson and Gabby Shirley on a fishing adventure Preview of Saturday night's matchup against the New York Islanders This Day in Lightning History: The Lightning open the 1993 season at the Thunderdome in front of an NHL-record regular season crowd of 27,227 fans for their first-ever matchup with the Florida Panthers Weekend previews for the Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears The Lightning now head to New York looking to extend their winning streak to four games when they face the Islanders on Saturday night. 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 #JohnCarlson #DennisHildeby #NikitaKucherov #JonCooper #MinnesotaWild #NewYorkIslanders #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning look to complete a perfect three-game homestand tonight as they host the Minnesota Wild at Benchmark International Arena. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick previews the matchup and breaks down the latest developments from practice as the Bolts aim for their third straight victory. One of the biggest storylines heading into tonight's game is Tampa Bay's power play. The Lightning are still searching for their first power-play goal of the season, leading Head Coach Jon Cooper to make adjustments during practice, including adding Charle-Édouard D'Astous alongside John Carlson on the top unit. Hear from both Cooper and D'Astous on the changes and the opportunity ahead. The Bolts could also get a boost from the return of Dominic James, who has missed Training Camp and the first three games of the season with a broken hand. James discusses his recovery and mindset as he looks to make his season debut. Meanwhile, John Carlson continues to make an immediate impact in Tampa Bay. His assist Monday against Philadelphia marked the 500th even-strength point of his NHL career, the fourth-most among active defensemen and second-most all-time among U.S.-born defensemen. Victor Hedman ranks third among active defensemen with 506 even-strength points. In Today's Episode: Preview of tonight's matchup: Lightning vs. Minnesota Wild Jon Cooper discusses changes to Tampa Bay's power-play units Charle-Édouard D'Astous gets an opportunity on the first power-play unit Dominic James nearing a return after recovering from a broken hand Ilya Mikheyev sits one goal away from the 100th of his NHL career John Carlson reaches 500 career even-strength points Tampa Bay's penalty kill has erased six straight opponent power plays The Lightning are allowing just 20.3 shots per game, the second-fewest in the NHL Jansen Harkins clears waivers and is assigned to the Syracuse Crunch Check out the latest episode of New In Blue featuring John Carlson and Gabby Shirley on a fishing trip away from the rink This Day in Lightning History: Jason Garrison scores the NHL's first-ever 3-on-3 overtime winner on October 8, 2015, while Ben Bishop stops two penalty shots in the same game Birthday wishes to former Bolt Fredrik Modin and Simon Lundmark Can the Lightning complete the homestand sweep and stay perfect on home ice? Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, game previews, player interviews, prospect updates, and everything happening around the Bolts throughout the season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #MinnesotaWild #JonCooper #JohnCarlson #DominicJames #IlyaMikheyev #VictorHedman #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are riding a two-game winning streak and looking to complete a perfect opening homestand as they prepare to host the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick recaps the latest from practice and examines what's fueled Tampa Bay's turnaround after a disappointing season-opening loss to the New York Rangers. Hear from Jon Cooper on the lessons learned from Opening Night and how the team has responded with consecutive victories over the Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers. Plus, Brayden Point discusses the adjustments that have helped the Lightning find their game early in the season. The Bolts could also be getting healthier. The organization placed Jansen Harkins on waivers for the purpose of assignment to the Syracuse Crunch, a move that could indicate that Dominic James is nearing a return after missing all of Training Camp and the first three regular-season games with a broken hand. Meanwhile, newcomer John Carlson continues to make an impact on the blue line with assists in back-to-back games. We also highlight the latest episode of New In Blue, where Carlson joins Gabby Shirley for a fishing adventure away from the rink. In Today's Episode: The Lightning's two-game winning streak and improved play since Opening Night Jon Cooper on what the team learned from the Rangers loss Brayden Point discusses the changes behind Tampa Bay's strong response Preview of Thursday's matchup against the Minnesota Wild Zemgus Girgensons on the keys to extending the winning streak Dominic James nearing a return to the lineup Jansen Harkins placed on waivers for assignment to the Syracuse Crunch Nikita Kucherov passes Henrik Sedin for third-most multi-assist games among players born and trained outside North America Brandon Hagel continues to lead the NHL in empty-net goals since joining Tampa Bay in 2021-22 Brayden Point moves within one go-ahead goal of tying Marty St. Louis for fourth in franchise history This Day in Lightning History: The franchise's first-ever game on October 7, 1992, a 7-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks led by Chris Kontos' four-goal performance With the Wild coming to town tomorrow night, the Lightning have a chance to complete an unbeaten homestand and continue their climb in the Eastern Conference standings. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, player interviews, game previews, recaps, prospect updates and everything happening around the Bolts. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #JonCooper #BraydenPoint #NikitaKucherov #JohnCarlson #DominicJames #MinnesotaWild #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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