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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.
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 wrapped up a successful homestand with their third straight victory, a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Wild, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down one of the team's most impressive wins of the young season. From Dennis Hildeby's stellar first start to the Lightning's emerging defensive depth, the guys discuss why Tampa Bay is finding ways to win even when their biggest offensive stars haven't fully hit their stride yet. Dave and Greg analyze Minnesota's strong start, how the Lightning flipped the game with two quick first-period goals, and why John Carlson's first power-play goal as a Bolt could be a sign of things to come. They also discuss Hildeby's poised performance, Tampa Bay's improving special teams, and how the team continues to lock down opponents defensively. Plus, a closer look at Max Crozier's growing role, why the coaching staff continues to trust him in critical situations, the challenge of fitting Dominic James back into the lineup, and how Conor Geekie continues to prove he belongs at the NHL level. Topics Lightning beat Minnesota 3-2 for their third straight win Minnesota's fast start and how Tampa Bay weathered the storm Sorelli's opening goal and the importance of sustained offensive-zone pressure John Carlson's goal and the Lightning's power play breakthrough Why the Lightning controlled much of the game despite the close score Dennis Hildeby's impressive first start and key third-period saves Minnesota's top performers and the challenge of facing Joel Eriksson Ek and Quinn Hughes The Max Crozier discussion: Why does the coaching staff trust him so much? Crozier's team-leading even-strength ice time among defensemen Dominic James' impending return and what it means for the lineup Conor Geekie's continued growth and confidence at the NHL level Looking ahead to the Islanders and continuing the winning streak ⚡ The Lightning have won three straight games, they're getting strong goaltending, contributions throughout the lineup, and their defensive depth continues to impress. Dave and Greg discuss why Tampa Bay appears to be building momentum heading into a weekend road matchup with the New York Islanders. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #DennisHildeby #ConorGeekie #MaxCrozier #JohnCarlson #VictorHedman #AnthonyCirelli #NHL #BoltsNation #LightningRadio See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.
<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 are back on the practice ice in New York as they prepare for a rematch with the New York Rangers on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick looks ahead to the second meeting between the teams in less than two weeks as the Lightning attempt to extend their four-game winning streak. The Bolts enter the matchup riding the momentum of Saturday's 5-3 victory over the New York Islanders, highlighted by a hat trick from Brandon Hagel. After seeing a two-goal lead disappear, Tampa Bay responded when it mattered most, with Hagel netting the game-winner late in regulation. Hear from Hagel and Jake Guentzel on the team's resilience and ability to find ways to win. We also take a look at several milestone watches entering Tuesday's game. Nikita Kucherov has opened the season with points in all five games and now sits just six points shy of passing Steven Stamkos as the franchise's all-time leading scorer. Meanwhile, Victor Hedman climbed to third all-time among defensemen born outside North America with 812 career points, and Ryan McDonagh is only two blocked shots away from fourth place in NHL history. In Today's Episode: Preview of Tuesday night's rematch with the New York Rangers The Lightning's four-game winning streak after an 0-1 start Brandon Hagel's hat trick and game-winning goal against the Islanders Jake Guentzel on the team's response after surrendering the lead Nikita Kucherov's five-game point streak and pursuit of Steven Stamkos' franchise scoring record Victor Hedman moves past Sergei Gonchar for third-most points by a defenseman born outside North America Max Crozier's first points of the season and second career multi-point game Ryan McDonagh closes in on fourth place all-time in blocked shots The Lightning's 18 hat tricks since 2022-23 rank among the NHL's best This Day in Lightning History: Raising the franchise's third Stanley Cup banner before the 2021-22 season opener Happy Birthday to former Lightning goaltender Dwayne Roloson The Lightning will look to avenge their season-opening loss to the Rangers and push their winning streak to five games when the teams meet Tuesday night at MSG. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, game previews, recaps, player interviews, milestone trackers, and everything happening around the Bolts. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #BrandonHagel #NikitaKucherov #VictorHedman #RyanMcDonagh #JakeGuentzel #NewYorkRangers #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are on a roll. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick recaps the Lightning's thrilling 5-3 victory over the New York Islanders, extending Tampa Bay's winning streak to four games. The night belonged to Brandon Hagel, who recorded the fourth hat trick of his NHL career and finished with four points to lead the Bolts on Long Island. The Lightning jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period before the Islanders battled back to tie the game. After a back-and-forth second period, the game remained deadlocked until the final two minutes of regulation when Hagel delivered the game-winning goal before completing the hat trick with an empty-netter. Hear postgame reaction from Head Coach Jon Cooper, Zemgus Girgensons, and Jake Guentzel as they discuss Tampa Bay's resilience and ability to find a way to win after surrendering the lead. In Today's Episode: Full recap of the Lightning's 5-3 win over the Islanders Brandon Hagel's fourth career hat trick and sixteenth career four-point game The Lightning extend their winning streak to four games Tampa Bay scores a power-play goal for the second consecutive game Jon Cooper on the team's continued success early in the season Zemgus Girgensons and Jake Guentzel react to the comeback victory Andrei Vasilevskiy earns his third straight win and improves to 3-1-0 on the season Preview of Tuesday night's matchup against the New York Rangers This Day in Lightning History: Nikita Kucherov's six-goal career hat trick on Opening Night 2024, becoming just the second player in franchise history to record an Opening Night hat trick alongside Chris Kontos Happy Birthday to former Lightning defenseman Shawn Chambers Updates from the Syracuse Crunch, who fell 3-2 to the Belleville Senators despite goals from Noah Steen and Nick Abruzzese The Bolts now enjoy a day off in New York before returning to practice ahead of a rematch with the Rangers on Tuesday. 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 #BrandonHagel #AndreiVasilevskiy #JakeGuentzel #JonCooper #NewYorkIslanders #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tampa Bay Lightning begin a two-game road trip tonight with a visit to face the New York Islanders in the first of three meetings between the clubs this season. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick previews the matchup as the Lightning look to extend their winning streak and continue their strong start to the 2026-27 campaign. The Bolts enter the game after completing a perfect homestand and will try to improve on last season's 0-2-1 record against the Islanders last season. We discuss the latest updates from Friday's practice, including Nikita Kucherov receiving a maintenance day, Emil Lilleberg's return to a regular practice jersey, and the continued recovery of Yanni Gourde, who remains on track for a December return. Hear from Assistant Coach Rob Zettler on the decision to assign Dominic James to the Syracuse Crunch so he can get valuable game action after missing all of training camp and the first three regular-season games with a broken hand. In Today's Episode: Preview of tonight's matchup: Lightning vs. Islanders Practice updates on Nikita Kucherov, Emil Lilleberg, and Yanni Gourde Dominic James assigned to the Syracuse Crunch for conditioning and game action The Lightning's historic offensive balance with 10 different goal scorers through four games Tampa Bay ranking third in the NHL in offensive-zone possession time Ryan McDonagh closing in on fourth place all-time in blocked shots John Carlson continues his impressive start and already leads the team in goals Nikita Kucherov sits just eight points away from breaking Steven Stamkos' franchise scoring record of 1,137 points This Day in Lightning History: Steven Stamkos' sixth career hat trick powers a 7-2 win over the Florida Panthers in the 2013 home opener Birthday wishes to former Bolt Brian Holzinger and current Lightning forward Ilya Mikheyev Updates from the Syracuse Crunch and Orlando Solar Bears Congratulations to former Lightning defenseman Matt Dumba on his NHL retirement after 748 career games Puck drop from Long Island is scheduled for 7:38 PM ET as the Lightning look to stay hot and continue their climb in the Eastern Conference standings. Subscribe to Daily Strike for daily Tampa Bay Lightning news, game previews, recaps, player interviews, prospect updates, and everything happening around the Bolts. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #NikitaKucherov #StevenStamkos #RyanMcDonagh #JohnCarlson #IlyaMikheyev #NewYorkIslanders #DailyStrike #BoltsNation #HockeyPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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