https://boltsbythebay.comhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-just-keep-finding-their-way-into-playoffs-01kng9qdr9r2?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kng9qdr9r2The Tampa Bay Lightning are once again heading back to the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs! The Lightning, also in action on Saturday, had some extra momentum going iMon, 06 Apr 2026 18:28:54 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-struck-by-injury-once-again-as-a-key-member-of-the-blueline-heads-to-ir-01kkqgx3c0v7?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kkqgx3c0v7In a season of ups and downs for the Tampa Bay Lightning roster, another member of their blueline was zapped from the roster with an injury. The Lightning annouMon, 16 Mar 2026 14:24:17 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-bolster-blue-line-with-veteran-ian-mitchell-01kkjm0948zk?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kkjm0948zkSix days after the NHL trade deadline has come and gone the Lightning struck a deal for a player who is known for making the most of the time he spends on the iFri, 13 Mar 2026 13:42:56 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/nikita-kucherov-becomes-first-player-in-lightning-history-to-reach-700-career-assists-in-4-2-tampa-win-over-toronto-01kjdn5j2215?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kjdn5j2215The Tampa Bay Lightning picked up right where they left off on Wednesday when NHL action resumed following the Olympic break. Led by Brayden Point; the captain,Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:10:35 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/seven-tampa-bay-lightning-players-set-to-make-their-olympic-debuts-at-the-milano-cortina-olympic-games-01kh1s8wbxvb?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kh1s8wbxvbThe start of men’s ice hockey at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games is just two days away. When the men take the ice for men’s ice hockey in Milano Cortina, Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:25:26 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-lose-jack-finley-to-the-st-louis-blues-01kgxvyrwevr?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kgxvyrwevrPrior to rosters freezing for the Olympic break, the Tampa Bay Lightning placed center, Jack Finley on Waivers. On Saturday, Finley was claimed off waivers by tSun, 08 Feb 2026 05:40:40 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/no-whistle-could-stop-what-happened-when-the-bad-blood-between-the-panthers-lightnings-became-unhinged-chaos-01kgtamfjvvx?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kgtamfjvvxThe bad blood between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Lightning reached an all-time high when unhinged chaos ensued in the final period of the season finale betwFri, 06 Feb 2026 20:41:36 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-proves-it-s-more-powerful-than-sabres-as-guentzel-strikes-the-game-winner-in-overtime-for-a-4-3-tampa-win-01kgkb2rv0gq?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kgkb2rv0gqThe Tampa Bay Lighting on Tuesday were back channelside at Benchmark International Arena for a divisional match against the Buffalo Sabres. For the second game Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:43:33 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/has-a-new-entertainment-precedence-been-set-for-all-nhl-matches-01kggt48gc03?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kggt48gc03Sunday night’s stadium series matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins was more than just an outdoor hockey game; it was a full, all-out producTue, 03 Feb 2026 04:10:26 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-surprising-moment-andrei-vasilevskiy-calls-his-biggest-personally-01kgg1611x8a?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kgg1611x8aFor most professional athletes it’s the highlight reel moments, milestones, or winning championships that go down as the “biggest moments” in their careers. ButMon, 02 Feb 2026 20:48:38 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-outlast-the-bruins-6-5-in-an-unforgettable-stadium-series-match-that-will-be-talked-about-forever-01kge6s8bfjf?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kge6s8bfjfYou could not have asked for a more exciting night in Tampa Bay. On Sunday the Tampa Bay Lightning welcomed the Boston Bruins to Tampa Bay for Tampa’s first eveMon, 02 Feb 2026 04:07:36 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/what-the-lightning-need-to-do-to-keep-the-bruins-from-ruining-a-historic-day-on-the-bay-01kgda0fc932?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kgda0fc932It’s set to be a great match night in Tampa Bay as the Lightning welcome the Boston Bruins to Gasparilla on the bay to make National Hockey League and Raymond JSun, 01 Feb 2026 19:25:14 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-huge-update-tampa-bay-needed-boost-their-stadium-series-excitement-even-more-01kgb57pkgrz?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kgb57pkgrzThe captain is set to steer the ship! Tampa Bay Lightning head coach, Jon Cooper on Saturday gave fans some news they’ve been waiting to hear – Tampa captain, VSat, 31 Jan 2026 23:24:06 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-collect-four-goal-doubloons-to-kickoff-gasparilla-weekend-with-a-win-01kg8t70j489?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kg8t70j489Dominic James, Darren Raddysh, Yanni Gourde, and Nikita Kucherov each collected one “goal” doubloon on Thursday night as the Lightning made the Jets walk the plSat, 31 Jan 2026 01:32:15 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/why-florida-s-record-breaking-weekend-freeze-is-actually-a-sigh-of-relief-for-officials-in-tampa-01kg16wpwp5h?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kg16wpwp5hFloridians may be complaining about what could end up being a historically cold weekend across the state this weekend, and yes, it is going to be bitterly cold Wed, 28 Jan 2026 02:42:23 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/simon-lundmark-makes-his-nhl-debut-01kfsnq156ha?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kfsnq156haThough the Lightning fell short on Saturday and did not pull off a win, it was a special night in Columbus for 25-year Simon Lundmark from Stockholm, Sweden. AfSun, 25 Jan 2026 04:17:23 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-fans-don-t-have-to-worry-about-the-lightning-bolting-from-the-bay-area-any-time-soon-01kfkcvmmdqz?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kfkcvmmdqzTampa Bay Lightning fans just got some great news on Wednesday. Hillsborough County and the Tampa Bay Lightning are in agreement on a new arena deal that will kThu, 22 Jan 2026 18:02:03 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-extend-their-win-streak-to-10-with-statement-win-over-philadelphia-01ketmmqp52e?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01ketmmqp52eThe Tampa Bay Lightning are on an absolute role with the offense firing on all cylinders. They were back on the ice on Monday against the Philadelphia Flyers anTue, 13 Jan 2026 03:06:10 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-s-mvp-earns-nhl-first-star-honors-after-an-electric-week-on-the-ice-01kdpk41e29c?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kdpk41e29cIt was Nikita Kucherov’s week to shine. The National Hockey League on Monday announced their three stars of the week for the week of December 22 though DecemberTue, 30 Dec 2025 03:07:44 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-lightning-hold-on-to-defeat-the-canadiens-in-a-shootout-01kdkv569p88?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kdkv569p88The Tampa Bay Lightning extended their win streak to four on Sunday with a defeat of the Montreal Canadiens. It wasn’t the prettiest, and it couldn’t be decidedMon, 29 Dec 2025 01:34:14 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/all-eyes-on-24-year-old-maxim-groshev-sunday-night-as-he-hopes-to-make-his-nhl-debut-01kdkf2cnwz0?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kdkf2cnwz0The Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday announced that they recalled defenseman Maxim Groshev and re-assigned Steven Santini to AHL Syracuse. Groshev, a 6’2”, 196lb lSun, 28 Dec 2025 21:55:13 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/a-pair-of-left-wingers-have-left-for-new-teams-in-a-trade-01kdkc9amfzd?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kdkc9amfzdA pair of left wingers have left their respective trades in a trade of forwards on Sunday. The Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday announced that they have acquired lSun, 28 Dec 2025 21:10:33 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/this-lightning-center-just-reached-an-illustrious-milestone-in-his-12th-season-in-the-nhl-01kdhh3zdkh5?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kdhh3zdkh5After 11 and a half years in the National Hockey League, Saturday night’s matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers marked a historic milestoSun, 28 Dec 2025 03:53:44 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-dominates-rivalry-matchup-down-south-in-enemy-territory-01kdheefm8ha?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kdheefm8haThe Tampa Bay Lightning were down south in Miami on Saturday for a rivalry matchup against the Florida Panthers. Heading into that match the season series betweSun, 28 Dec 2025 03:10:35 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-nhl-s-third-highest-rated-defensemen-just-struck-an-eight-year-contract-01kdhbm1gey5?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kdhbm1gey5Veteran defenseman, J.J. (Janis) Moser isn’t going anywhere. The Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday announced that they are in agreement with the 25-year old on a Sun, 28 Dec 2025 02:17:26 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-lightning-strike-to-calm-the-hurricane-tampa-defeats-carolina-6-4-in-comeback-fashion-01kczp88sthj?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kczp88sthjThe bolts battle back in black to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 6-4 and get back in the win column! The month of December has been nothing but challenging for Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:41:01 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-fail-to-flash-in-new-york-just-narrowly-avoided-a-shut-out-01kbh12g45gm?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kbh12g45gmIt was a rough night for the Tampa Bay Lightning as they barely avoided being blanked by the New York Islanders on Tuesday. The Islanders took a 2-0 lead into tWed, 03 Dec 2025 02:42:41 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/redemption-belongs-to-tampa-bay-in-big-saturday-night-win-01kb9d0fhrhe?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kb9d0fhrheBrandon Hagel and Nikita Kucherov led the Lightning to a dominant 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Saturday. Hagel scored twice, which extended his scoring Sun, 30 Nov 2025 03:37:44 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-cause-a-storm-to-put-out-the-flames-in-5-1-victory-01kb1jwkgmsj?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kb1jwkgmsjThe Lightning picked up their fifth straight win and their sixth win in the last eight games on Wednesday as they put out the fire on the Calgary Flames in TampThu, 27 Nov 2025 02:46:48 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/hagel-s-four-point-performance-lead-the-lighting-to-victory-over-the-capitols-01kaqb36rrs6?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kaqb36rrs6It was all Brandon Hagel all night in Washington as the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Washington Capitols 5-3 at Capitol One Arena. ON a night where the LighSun, 23 Nov 2025 03:23:08 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-take-the-steam-out-of-the-devils-with-big-5-1-victory-01kad08azcwj?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01kad08azcwjThe Tampa Bay Lightning dominated the ice on Tuesday night. They may not have had the most shots on goal, but when it counted, led by a hat trick by Jake GuentzWed, 19 Nov 2025 02:55:28 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-lightning-crumble-as-the-canucks-score-five-third-period-goals-01ka7q9mzn5d?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01ka7q9mzn5dThe Lightning had the early lead through the first period and a half of Sunday’s match against the Vancouver Canucks, but a very rough third period saw the LighMon, 17 Nov 2025 02:17:24 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-strikes-hard-to-quiet-the-panthers-in-sunshine-state-showdown-01ka57h1yjbt?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01ka57h1yjbtAs the sun set on Sunrise, Florida, Lightning struck in the wild, defeating the Florida Panthers in what was perhaps the biggest game of their season this far. Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:33:13 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/sabourin-scores-first-goal-in-lightning-debut-douglas-finley-earn-first-points-in-lightning-loss-to-the-rangers-01k9xenv6y5f?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k9xenv6y5fIt was a wild Wednesday on the ice at Benchmark International Arena. As the Lightning and Rangers got under way in the first period of the match, the two clubs Thu, 13 Nov 2025 02:49:10 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/a-lightning-homecoming-and-debut-headline-tonight-s-matchup-vs-rangers-01k9wzhbv4cd?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k9wzhbv4cdPrior to the clash with the New York Rangers, the Tampa Bay Lightning announced on Tuesday that Ryan McDonagh and Dominic James were placed on the injured reserWed, 12 Nov 2025 21:51:49 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-edge-capitals-3-2-behind-big-nights-from-hagel-and-guentzel-01k9kb0q1nad?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k9kb0q1nadAfter spending most of the week on the West Coast, the Tampa Bay Lightning were back in the sunshine state on Saturday as they welcomed the team from the nationSun, 09 Nov 2025 03:49:16 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-strikes-again-to-extend-win-streak-to-five-with-win-over-utah-01k93ee8wpx1?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k93ee8wpx1After a slow start to the 2025 season, the Tampa Bay Lightning came into Utah for game 12 of the season on a four-game win streak that included two thrilling ovSun, 02 Nov 2025 23:40:57 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/cirelli-comes-up-clutch-as-the-lightning-strike-down-the-stars-01k8vzn9epvc?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k8vzn9epvcAll the “stars,” both the “stars” of the Tampa Bay Lightning and all of the visiting Dallas Stars were on the ice on Thursday for an evening matchup at BenchmarFri, 31 Oct 2025 02:04:22 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/three-straight-wins-for-red-hot-tampa-bay-lightning-strike-down-predators-5-2-in-dominant-win-01k8pxcf6kcg?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k8pxcf6kcgOff the heels of back-to-back wins against the Anaheim Ducks and Las Vegas Golden Knights, the Tampa Bay Lightning were looking to make in three in a row on TueWed, 29 Oct 2025 02:52:50 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/back-to-back-bolts-tampa-bay-lightning-strike-two-days-in-a-row-to-keep-momentum-rolling-01k8hfz6xgkr?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k8hfz6xgkrThe Tampa Bay Lightning had themselves a weekend with back-to-back wins in front of their bolt nation faithful at Benchmark International Arena. After defeatingMon, 27 Oct 2025 00:18:27 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/double-h-history-hedman-and-hagel-reach-milestones-01k8f1javtaz?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k8f1javtazNikita Kucherov wasn’t the only one on the ice making history Saturday night. Lightning players struck three magic numbers Saturday: 1,000, 800, and 300. KucherSun, 26 Oct 2025 01:24:55 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/trio-of-milestones-power-lightning-to-a-4-3-win-over-anaheim-in-a-thriller-in-tampa-01k8eyna83xs?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k8eyna83xsThe energy was electric inside Benchmark International Arena on Saturday night as the Tampa Bay Lightning got themselves back in the win column on a night whereSun, 26 Oct 2025 00:38:13 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/a-special-moment-for-a-legend-kucherov-joins-elite-company-01k8etpth9dp?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k8etpth9dpJust under 12-years ago on November 25, 2013, Nikita Kucherov kicked off his National Hockey League career in true Kucherov fashion by scoring the first goal ofSat, 25 Oct 2025 23:27:03 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/blackhawaks-swoop-down-into-tampa-and-stun-the-lightning-01k89xmd79m5?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k89xmd79m5After a rough road trip in which the Lightning lost three of four last week, they were back at home at Benchmark International Arena on Thursday to welcome the Fri, 24 Oct 2025 01:43:09 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-offense-falls-flat-against-columbus-01k7x3vt1977?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k7x3vt1977The Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday fell to the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 as their early season struggles linger on.  The Blue Jackets struck first in Saturday’Sun, 19 Oct 2025 02:23:15 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-only-strike-once-as-red-wings-fly-past-tampa-bay-01k7thbwdj6b?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k7thbwdj6bFriday night’s matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Detroit Red Wings was nothing short of a defense-dominated game. Both teams were held to just one goaSat, 18 Oct 2025 02:24:15 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/capitals-break-up-the-storm-to-defeat-lightning-3-2-in-overtime-01k7jsw9wj9a?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k7jsw9wj9aIt was an action-packed, aggressive battle between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington. After the Lightning took Wed, 15 Oct 2025 02:13:14 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-strikes-as-bruins-undefeated-streak-gets-electrocuted-01k7g445pw9c?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k7g445pw9cAfter two straight losses to open the regular season, the Tampa Bay Lightning are back in the win column as they ruin the Bruins’ undefeated start with a 4-3 wiTue, 14 Oct 2025 01:15:49 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-can-t-find-their-thunder-start-the-season-0-2-01k7b3gepktm?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k7b3gepktmAfter a historic preseason run in which the Lightning were one win away from an undefeated preseason slate, they have started the regular season by heading in tSun, 12 Oct 2025 02:31:36 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/strong-start-by-the-lightning-spoiled-by-senators-comeback-01k75y4q6y74?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k75y4q6y74Brayden Point setup at center ice against Shane Pinto and when the puck was dropped, it was the Senators who came away with the puck first as the 2025-26 seasonFri, 10 Oct 2025 02:23:14 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-panthers-bad-blood-is-set-to-reach-a-boiling-point-in-2025-26-01k700ynd5nn?utm_source=RSSTodd Matthews01k700ynd5nnThe Tampa Bay Lightning's rivalry with the Florida Panthers reached new heights in the preseason, and expect it to boil over into the regular season. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 20:22:16 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-wrap-up-preseason-with-a-loss-to-the-panthers-01k6s5n5h5p8?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k6s5n5h5p8It was a rough and aggressive night down in Miami as the Lightning and Panthers met for the third time this week on Saturday, culminating a week of rivalry hockSun, 05 Oct 2025 03:19:07 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-tampa-bay-lightning-continue-to-make-history-with-a-preseason-start-nobody-saw-coming-01k6m0c9z1cr?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k6m0c9z1crHistory continued in Tampa Bay on Thursday as the Tampa Bay Lightning improved to 6-0 on the preseason with an exciting 5-2 win over the Florida Panthers. TampaFri, 03 Oct 2025 03:20:23 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-thunder-their-way-to-preseason-history-with-defeat-of-in-state-rival-01k6et8n57vj?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k6et8n57vjSome may say, “it’s just preseason;” and they’re not wrong, but any time you face a rival opponent, the game means more. And that was the scenario for the TampaWed, 01 Oct 2025 02:56:20 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/dreams-put-on-hold-as-roster-cuts-continue-01k69rwh3406?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k69rwh3406And then there were 32. The Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday announced they have reduced their roster down to 32 players after cutting 22 players from camp and reaMon, 29 Sep 2025 03:46:11 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-thunder-rolled-in-tampa-on-saturday-and-the-lightning-remain-undefeated-01k672306byh?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k672306byhThe Tampa Bay Lightning were back on the ice at Benchmark International Arena on Saturday night for preseason game No. 4. They welcomed the Nashville Predators Sun, 28 Sep 2025 02:30:36 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-strikes-in-electric-6-5-defeat-of-the-hurricanes-01k64fmdj1dt?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k64fmdj1dtIt was a night full of excitement as the Tampa Bay Lightning took the ice for the first time ever at the newly renamed Benchmark International Arena and Friday Sat, 27 Sep 2025 02:33:59 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-lightning-bolt-to-2-0-with-shootout-victory-01k5wvz88w9d?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k5wvz88w9dThe Tampa Bay Lightning are off to a hot start in 2025! After defeating the Carolina Hurricanes in game one of the preseason on Monday they were back on the iceWed, 24 Sep 2025 03:32:22 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/mitchell-chaffee-and-conor-geekie-lead-the-lightning-to-victory-01k5t69qxvs1?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k5t69qxvs1Hockey is back and the Lightning bolted into the 2025 season with a win in their first preseason game against the Carolina Hurricanes. Leg by Mitchell Chaffee aTue, 23 Sep 2025 02:34:42 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-sign-emerging-playmaker-to-an-entry-level-contract-01k5n7jk8e5f?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k5n7jk8e5fWith a veteran left-winger starting the season sidelined by injury, the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday announced that they have signed a young collegiate graduSun, 21 Sep 2025 04:17:27 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-to-unlock-the-2025-26-season-without-a-key-forward-01k5er7gxwe1?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k5er7gxwe1When the Tampa Bay Lightning open their pre-season on September 22nd they will do without a key part of their roster. Left winger Nick Paul will not just miss pThu, 18 Sep 2025 15:53:58 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/scoring-against-this-goalie-is-like-dodging-lightning-in-a-summer-storm-01k4rsaqbpeb?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k4rsaqbpebNHL players recently voted in an informal poll by NHL.com of who they most fear shooting against. The general consensus was that they know facing Tampa Bay meanWed, 10 Sep 2025 03:15:24 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/this-lightning-alumni-couldn-t-stay-away-from-tampa-bay-it-was-something-special-that-drew-him-back-01k4b7w1rz4f?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k4b7w1rz4fOver the course of his 14-year career in the National Hockey League, Pat Maroon skated for eight teams, including the Anaheim Ducks (2011-2016) Edmonton Oilers Thu, 04 Sep 2025 20:56:27 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-set-to-host-the-2025-nhl-prospect-tournament-01k43xh8f781?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k43xh8f781Tampa Bay hockey fans are in for a treat as the Tampa Bay Lightning are set to host the 2025 NHL Prospect Tournament presented by Florida Blue from September 12Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:41:37 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-battle-for-the-sunshine-state-creates-pressure-for-tampa-bay-01k41parfm9r?utm_source=RSSJoseph Lopez01k41parfm9rIf one were to ask any passionate hockey fan which team is currently dominating the National Hockey League, they would most likely say any Tampa Bay Lightning fMon, 01 Sep 2025 04:01:20 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-center-named-no-8-right-now-by-nhl-network-01k3d4am494v?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k3d4am494vThe NHL Network this week released their Top 20 Centers right now ahead of the 2025-26 season and a Lightning fan-favorite ranked in the top 10, veteran BraydenSun, 24 Aug 2025 04:17:03 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/did-a-falter-by-the-hurricane-s-front-office-or-a-big-contract-by-the-lightning-bring-jake-guentzel-to-tampa-bay-01k31fn6s58r?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k31fn6s58rFree agency can be a sticky situation for many players that involves a lot of back & forth and sometimes, decisions that be difficult for players to have to makTue, 19 Aug 2025 16:27:16 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/nhl-network-names-four-lightning-to-2025-quarter-century-team-01k2x1e8vgbb?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k2x1e8vgbbThe NHL Network on Saturday evening released their 2025 Quarter Century Team, a team that recognizes the best players of the past quarter century (must have debSun, 17 Aug 2025 22:19:52 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/lightning-para-ice-hockey-co-captain-monic-quimby-set-to-represent-team-usa-at-the-women-s-para-world-championships-01k2t6ha127d?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k2t6ha127dDid you know that aside from the NHL Tampa Bay Lightning, that Benchmark International Arena also plays home to a Para Ice Hockey (also known as sled hockey or Sat, 16 Aug 2025 20:31:12 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/the-home-of-the-tampa-bay-lightning-has-a-new-name-welcome-to-benchmark-international-arena-01k2jknbf3fk?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k2jknbf3fkThe arena that since 1996 has served as home to the three-time Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning officially has new name. Welcome to Benchmark InternatioWed, 13 Aug 2025 21:09:30 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/full-throttle-fun-hockey-thrills-and-coaster-hills-01k2801x2cb6?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k2801x2cb6In a 2025 study by Duncan Craig of the National Geographic, he noted how there is a growing trend of “people travelling to watch matches, races, or tournaments,Sat, 09 Aug 2025 18:19:05 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/nhl-network-names-lightning-right-winger-best-in-the-league-01k236st7ezq?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k236st7ezqThe National Hockey League on Wednesday announced their top 20 right-wingers in the NHL and the player who topped out the list and earned the right to be rankedThu, 07 Aug 2025 21:33:01 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/behind-the-2026-stadium-series-logo-the-legend-of-jose-gaspar-01k22vem06pk?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k22vem06pkThe legend of Jose Gaspar began back in the early 1900s when a local resident, Juan Gomez who resided 200 miles southeast of Tampa near Florida’s Ten Thousand IThu, 07 Aug 2025 18:22:23 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/this-was-the-only-time-the-lightning-played-outside-here-s-what-happened-01k1xhgbjbf1?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01k1xhgbjbf1The Lightning are set to participate in their second outdoor this upcoming February against the Bruins. Let's take a look back at the first time the Lightning played outside. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:52:27 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/beyond-the-walls-of-the-amalie-arena-other-professional-teams-in-tampa-bay-01k1v9w3p6mc?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k1v9w3p6mcBeyond the walls of the arena: Other professional teams in Tampa Bay Outside of just Amalie Arena and the Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa, Florida is home to three oMon, 04 Aug 2025 19:51:56 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/three-predictions-for-the-tampa-bay-lightning-heading-into-2025-2026-nhl-season-01k1m09f2j18?utm_source=RSSJoseph Lopez01k1m09f2j18Pressure surrounds the Tampa Bay Lightning to perform at their absolute best during the 2025-2026 NHL season. With so much pressure and expectations looming oveSat, 02 Aug 2025 00:15:22 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/when-victor-hedman-dominated-the-nhl-01k1ks0qej9s?utm_source=RSSJoseph Lopez01k1ks0qej9sDefensemen like Adam Fox, Quinn Hughes, and of course, Cale Makar National Hockey League are taking the National Hockey League by storm. However before them, teFri, 01 Aug 2025 21:48:21 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/reflecting-on-stamkos-to-nashville-one-year-later-01k1htt0c675?utm_source=RSSJoseph Lopez01k1htt0c675Just over one year ago, Lightning fans saw one of their worst nightmares come to life: Steven Stamkos no longer being a member of the Tampa Bay Lightning. In JuFri, 01 Aug 2025 21:11:23 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-game-day-presentation-team-wins-2025-stanley-award-for-best-game-presentation-01k1hjaa0jwz?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k1hjaa0jwzBeyond the locker room, beyond the ice, beyond the goal posts and above the stands, there’s a team up in the PA booth running the sounds, the lights, and the ofFri, 01 Aug 2025 14:53:23 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-sign-top-draft-pick-to-three-year-entry-level-contract-01k0wsr2n91e?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k0wsr2n91eAs the offseason continues and the 2025-26 preseason countdown gets lower, The Lightning continue their trend of forward, offense-heavy offseason signings. TheyWed, 23 Jul 2025 23:35:35 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/another-integral-member-of-the-tampa-bay-lightning-staff-is-headed-to-the-olympics-01k0qxw8zhzv?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k0qxw8zhzvTeam Canada on Monday started the week off by announcing their full men’s Olympic team coaching staff for the 2026 Milan and Cortina Olympic Winter Games and itTue, 22 Jul 2025 02:13:29 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-bay-lightning-prospect-selected-to-team-finland-s-u-20-team-for-home-tournament-01k0ndy62t86?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k0ndy62t86Ahead of the 2025 World Junior Summer Challenge in Minnesota, Team Finland is playing a mini home tournament that includes four teams: two from Finland (a Team-Mon, 21 Jul 2025 02:50:40 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/bolts-leadership-reportedly-on-the-verge-of-making-a-bold-decision-with-a-2x-stanley-cup-champion-01k0g987sgfx?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k0g987sgfxWith free agency well under way, the spotlight is once again on the Tampa Bay Lightning as word is getting out that Jon Cooper could be looking to make a statemSat, 19 Jul 2025 02:50:57 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/tampa-s-free-agency-period-demonstrates-confidence-in-roster-01k0f5x196kj?utm_source=RSSJoseph Lopez01k0f5x196kjAt the beginning of free agency, the Tampa Bay Lightning had one goal: build a championship worthy roster. Any National Hockey League team dreams of hoisting thFri, 18 Jul 2025 16:37:44 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/gabriel-fortier-hopes-to-find-fresh-start-with-the-swedish-hockey-league-01k0dprkywta?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k0dprkywtaGabriel Fortier’s professional career hasn’t progressed the way the way the 25-year old had hoped it would have. He was drafted by the Lightning in the 2nd rounFri, 18 Jul 2025 02:52:10 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/an-outdoor-match-on-ice-in-florida-and-the-battle-for-the-state-headline-2025-26-tampa-bay-lightning-schedule-01k0aym7wjbs?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k0aym7wjbsThe 2025-26 season officially kicks off for the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday, October 9  at 7:00PM at home in front of Bolts nation at Amalie Arena. It will Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:22:26 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/bolts-bet-on-sabourin-s-grit-and-passion-in-latest-veteran-signing-01k030141ke7?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k030141ke7The Lightning are proving even more during free agency to be focused on goal scoring and pressure up front. General Manager Julien BriseBois announced on SundaySun, 13 Jul 2025 23:03:46 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/trouble-in-tampa-what-the-lightning-need-to-tweak-to-retake-the-state-01k00nnxm9d2?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01k00nnxm9d2While the Florida Panthers and other rival teams made bold moves over the course of the offseason, the Lightning made some smart picks, but still lack in one keSun, 13 Jul 2025 01:22:15 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/top-prospect-shake-up-sees-tampa-bay-trade-isaac-howard-to-the-edmonton-oilers-for-sam-o-reilly-01jzs11wrdpk?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01jzs11wrdpkIn a trade of top prospects, the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night sent the rights to their 2022 first-round draft pick, Isaac Howard to the Edmonton Oilers Thu, 10 Jul 2025 02:07:13 +0000enhttps://boltsbythebay.com/a-familiar-face-comes-home-lightning-hire-jeff-tambellini-as-new-assistant-general-manager-01jzkyew0tb7?utm_source=RSSAlexis Farinacci01jzkyew0tb7A familiar face is returning to the sunshine state’s west coast! The Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday announced that they hired Jeff Tambellini as their new AssistTue, 08 Jul 2025 03:17:27 +0000en