I Bleed Blue And White
Hello Lightning fans! My name is Liberty O’Neill and I am over the moon about becoming a new staff writer for Bolts by the Bay! I’ve lived in the Tampa Bay area all my life and I discovered a love…Read More
A Tale of Two Teams
I often watch the style of play other teams employ in their games, especially during the playoffs. Teams can be compared to each other in so many ways, all of which could likely be placed in a seemingly…Read More
Season Review, Playoffs Preview, And My Possible Shanaban
The Tampa Bay Lightning’s season has come to an end. They did not make the playoffs. This does not mean that it was not a year lacking of accomplishments, nor does it mean that they have anything…Read More
Stammer Gets Milestone, Purcell Ends Season With Hat Trick
The Lightning were already aware that they would not be joining the early summer party that is the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year as they flew into Winnipeg for Saturday night’s game. So did the…Read More
Greetings from BBTB Staff
Happy Easter and Happy Passover, for those who celebrate from the Bolts By The Family to your’s.
Reminder: Social Media Night! List Of @TBLightning Players & Important Handles
Just a reminder that tonight is the night when the Boston Bruins VS Tampa Bay Lightning pre, during,…Read More
#BeTheThunder: Tuesday Night Is Social Media Night!! Free Boston Trip!!
Do you and a guest want to fly to Boston to see the series finale on March 27th, have paid parking at…Read More
Lightning Look to Continue Push
As the Tampa Bay Lightning head into Friday night, they sit six points out of the playoffs. The Winnipeg…Read More
Deadline Summary: Lightning Acquire Three Defensemen
As it turned out, Steve Yzerman was not finished making moves. Hours before the trade deadline, the Lightning…Read More
Stamkos: 30, 40… 51?
This year Steven Stamkos has shown his skills yet again. For the third consecutive season, Stamkos has…Read More
Congratulations Steve Downie On Your 50th Career Goal!
Congratulations to Steve Downie on reaching his milestone of 50 career goals tonight!
Nabby Off the Market, Lightning Move on to Buffalo
The Tampa Bay Lightning played against the New York Rangers Thursday night, and my was it a thriller. Stamkos scored his league leading 35th goal on a breakaway, Captain Vinny scored a grind-it-out goal,…Read More
Happy 22nd Birthday, Stammer.
Jerome Miron-US PRESSWIRE On behalf of the Bolts By The Bay,we would like to wish Steven Stamkos a very happy 22nd birthday. We hope you have a fantastic birthday.
Stammer Helps Marty in his 900th
Tampa Bay Lightning star Marty St. Louis played in his 900th career NHL game Saturday night, and it was one everyone will remember. St. Louis scored a hat trick against the Panthers, leading the Lightning…Read More
It’s Rally Time Again! #WeBelieve
It worked the last time we did it, Tampa Bay, now it’s time to do it again. Whether or not you’re going to the game, you can still take part in the We Believe rally. Bring a sign, a flag, a…Read More
NHL Rules: How Can It Be Both “Diving” And “Tripping”?
Every NHL season brings with it discussions from a variety of sources, inside and outside the league, about rules and regulations. If any one were to mention the “trapezoid” or “shoot…Read More
Winnipeg Jets at Tampa Bay Lightning Preview
Coming off a hard-earned overtime win against the Southeast Division-leading Washington Capitals, the Tampa Bay Lightning look to extend their season-high five game winning streak to six games as they…Read More
Our Sincerest Condolences To The Esposito And Selivanov Families
Daughter of Lightning founder and NHL Hall Of Famer Phil Esposito, Carrie Esposito Selivanov, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2012 from an unknown illness. She passed away in Germany where she was residing…Read More
Looking For The Most Enthusiastic Fans!
Are you one of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s most enthusiastic fans? I will be doing a series where I feature some of Tampa’s best Lightning fans. If you would like to be interviewed, please send…Read More
Stamkos More Relaxed After Break
Steven Stamkos seems to be feeling a lot more relaxed now after the All-Star break than before it. Before all of the festivities, he seemed somewhat nervous about the game, especially the skills. After…Read More










