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Nikita Kucherov’s Assist Numbers Shows his Evolving Game

Kucherov had a monster season for the Tampa Bay Lightning. However, the point total came from a stat he may not be as well known for.
Alfred Ezman|May 31, 2023

Should Tampa Bay Lightning fans root for the Florida Panthers in finals?

With the Stanley Cup Finals set, should Tampa Bay Lightning fans pull for the Florida Panthers to keep the Cup in the Sunshine State?
Benjamin Henderson|May 30, 2023

Five backup goalie options next season for the Tampa Bay Lightning

The Tampa Bay Lightning are without a backup goalie in place for next season but will have a list of options to choose from this offseason.
Stephen Parrino|May 27, 2023

Hagel, Stamkos extensions will soon come into focus for Tampa Bay Lightning

Brandon Hagel and Steven Stamkos are entering the final year of their deals with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Both are eligible to sign extensions on July 1.
Henry Yoho|May 26, 2023

Tampa Bay Lightning: What will Alex Killorn’s price tag be?

It is well accepted that after 11 seasons with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Alex Killorn is line for a pay raise that will be hard to keep him around.
Benjamin Henderson|May 26, 2023

Brandon Hagel Showed Promise Throughout the Entire Season

Brandon Hagel was impressive in both the regular season and playoffs for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and is a key piece moving forward.
Alfred Ezman|May 25, 2023

Five worst Tampa Bay Lightning contracts of the Salary Cap Era

As the Tampa Bay Lightning enter the offseason, it's important to remember that not every free agent signed by Tampa turns into gold.
Benjamin Henderson|May 24, 2023

How Impactful will Tanner Jeannot be Next Season for Lightning?

With a lack of a presence during the playoffs, Jeannot's playmaking ability will be needed to help the Tampa Bay Lightning moving forward.
Alfred Ezman|May 23, 2023

How long is the window open for the Tampa Bay Lightning?

As players for the Tampa Bay Lightning keep getting older, how long is the realistic window open for the Bolts to win another Stanley Cup?
Benjamin Henderson|May 22, 2023

Will Victor Hedman bounce back for Tampa Bay Lightning?

After a down season in 2023, will future Hall of Fame defenseman Victor Hedman bounce back in 2023-24 for the Tampa Bay Lightning?
Lucas Strozinsky|May 22, 2023

Why Lightning Fans Should Not be Worried About Andrei Vasilevskiy

After the 2023 playoffs, Tampa Bay Lightning fans may be concerned with Andrei Vasilevskiy. His track record has proven he'll be just fine.
Alfred Ezman|May 21, 2023

Do the Tampa Bay Lightning need to slow the pace down in 2023-24?

One of the narratives surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning this season is that they were tired. Their pace of play told a different story.
Benjamin Henderson|May 20, 2023

Darren Raddysh wound up being another pleasant surprise for Lightning

After emerging as an older NHL'er, Darren Raddysh proved to be a solid option going forward on the Tampa Bay Lightning blue line.
Henry Yoho|May 19, 2023

What is the best squad possible of former Tampa Bay Lightning players?

The Tampa Bay Lightning have had to waive goodbye to a lot of quality players. What is the best current team that could be made of former Bolts?
Benjamin Henderson|May 18, 2023

Five potential one year defenseman rentals for the Tampa Bay Lightning

Depending how the salary cap shakes out, the Tampa Bay Lightning might have some money for a one year rental along the blue line.
Benjamin Henderson|May 17, 2023

It feels like either Ross Colton or Alex Killorn for the Tampa Bay Lightning

Ross Colton and Alex Killorn have different free agent situations with the Tampa Bay Lightning but it has become difficult to see both returning next year.
Henry Yoho|May 16, 2023

Five potential forwards as a one year rentals for the Tampa Bay Lightning

Given their salary cap situation, the Tampa Bay Lightning will be limited with what they can sign in the offseason. But there might be some possibilities.
Benjamin Henderson|May 16, 2023

Leaf fans immediately forget breaks they had against Lightning

After getting a couple of major breaks against the Lightning in the first round, Toronto fans didn't like it when the tables were turned against them.
Benjamin Henderson|May 15, 2023

Projecting the forward lines for the 2023-24 Tampa Bay Lightning

The Tampa Bay Lightning will have a new look once 2023-24 rolls around, and we try to project what the forward lines might look like.
Benjamin Henderson|May 13, 2023

Breaking Down the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Unrestricted Free Agents

The Tampa Bay Lightning are facing another cap crunch this off-season, including seven free agents. Five of those free agents are unrestricted.
Henry Yoho|May 12, 2023
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