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Franklin Steele

Joined: Apr 29, 2026

Jan 21, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning center Conor Geekie (14) during warm-ups before a game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

This proposed Dylan Larkin trade would be a no-brainer for Lightning

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Mar 19, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov (86) during a stop in play against the Vancouver Canucks in the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

The Nikita Kucherov price tag may have just gone up

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Feb 8, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings right wing Alex DeBrincat (93) celebrates after he scores a goal on Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) in the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Dylan Larkin doesn't make sense for Lightning, but his trade could lead to a perfect opportunity for Tampa

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Jun 8, 2026

Apr 13, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) gives a puck to a fan before a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Reportedly disgruntled Red Wings star probably doesn't make much sense for Lightning

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Jun 7, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) skates during the second period against Ottawa Senators at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Pablo Robles-Imagn Images

Andrei Vasilevskiy pranked by Tampa Bay police before being awarded 2026 Vezina Trophy

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Jun 7, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Muse instructs players during a time out against the Winnipeg Jets in the third period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Stick taps for Lindy Ruff and Dan Muse, who had Jack Adams-worthy seasons with Sabres and Penguins

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Jun 3, 2026

Feb 20, 2026; Milan, Italy; Jon Cooper of Canada looks on after the game against Finland in a men's ice hockey semifinal during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

NHL Broadcasters' Association rights a serious wrong as Jon Cooper wins Jack Adams Award

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Jun 3, 2026

Apr 26, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman J.J. Moser (90) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Darren Raddysh earns Norris Trophy votes while J.J. Moser somehow does not

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Jun 2, 2026

Sep 22, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Sam O'Reilly (72) carries the puck against the Winnipeg Jets at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Now seems like a good time to talk about Memorial Cup MVP Sam O'Reilly

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Jun 1, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper enjoys a light moment on the bench during a time out against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Jack Pridham trade is perfect example of deals Lightning should be trying to make

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Jun 1, 2026

Mar 1, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Kevin Korchinski (14) warms up before a game against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Chicago Blackhawks first-round castoff could be perfect buy-low candidate for Lightning

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May 31, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Patrik Laine (92) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Nashville Predators at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Patrik Laine could blossom into redemption or invite doom with Lightning

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May 30, 2026

May 6, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Anaheim Ducks defenseman John Carlson (74) warms up before the start of game two against the Vegas Golden Knights in the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

One of two Anaheim Ducks pending free agents could help Lightning's blue line

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May 28, 2026

Dec 29, 2025; St. Paul, Minnesota, USA; Slovakia forward Tomas Chrenko (29) celebrates his power play goal against USA with goalie Ala Lendak (30) during the first period of Group A play in the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Lightning projected to select highly skilled Slovakian center in 2026 NHL draft

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May 26, 2026

Jan 13, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) makes a save against Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Lightning have lessons to learn from former Eastern Conference superpower on the downswing

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May 26, 2026

Mar 24, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Scott Sabourin (46) and Minnesota Wild left wing Nick Foligno (71) fight in the first period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Lightning kick off pivotal offseason by re-signing journeyman depth forward

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May 23, 2026

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