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Some new faces saw reps on the Lightning power-play units

Lightning rumblings: Harkins clears waivers, new look power play

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Oct 7, 2026

4 Lightning players making strong early season impressions

Harrison Smajovits

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Oct 7, 2026

What a Dominic James return could mean for Lightning

Harrison Smajovits

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Oct 5, 2026

Do the Tampa Bay Lightning's early power play woes even matter?

Harrison Smajovits

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Oct 5, 2026

Vasilevskiy keeps finding new ways to etch himself into NHL history

Andrei Vasilevskiy secures another record in Lightning win over Capitals

Harrison Smajovits

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Oct 3, 2026

Here are three prospects to keep an eye on this season in the Lightning system

4 Tampa Bay Lightning prospects to follow this season

Harrison Smajovits

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Oct 3, 2026

A standard was not met by the Lightning on Thursday night

Jon Cooper makes thoughts clear on Lightning loss to Rangers

Harrison Smajovits

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Oct 2, 2026

Let's see what's pressing for the Lightning ahead of facing the Rangers

3 questions ahead of opening night for Tampa Bay Lightning

Harrison Smajovits

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Oct 1, 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

Franklin Steele

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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

Franklin Steele

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Jun 7, 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

Franklin Steele

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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

Franklin Steele

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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

Franklin Steele

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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

Franklin Steele

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Jun 1, 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

Franklin Steele

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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

Franklin Steele

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May 23, 2026

May 1, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov (86) takes a breather during the warmup before game six against the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Lightning All-Star named to NHL playoffs all-bust team

Franklin Steele

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May 23, 2026

Apr 21, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh (43) and goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) react after beating the Montreal Canadiens in overtime during game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Massive bidding war could cost Lightning top unrestricted free agent this summer

Franklin Steele

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May 16, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) celebrates his game winning shootout goal against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Lightning's flaws wouldn't vanish by adding Auston Matthews

Franklin Steele

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May 4, 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

Jon Cooper is victim of this trait as another Jack Adams loss looms

Franklin Steele

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May 1, 2026

Jan 10, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Zemgus Girgensons (28) and Philadelphia Flyers right wing Matvei Michkov (39) during a scrum in the second period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Lightning could target possibly disgruntled Flyers forward after tough season

Franklin Steele

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May 11, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh (43) controls the puck against the Detroit Red Wings in the first period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Top national analyst lists Lightning player as best available NHL free agent

Franklin Steele

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May 8, 2026

Mar 29, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Emil Lilleberg (78) and defenseman Charle-Edouard D'Astous (51) reacts to a goal by left wing Brandon Hagel (38) against the Nashville Predators in the third period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Tampa Bay Lightning just keep finding their way into playoffs

Alexis Farinacci

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Apr 6, 2026

Jan 3, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Declan Carlile (67) skates with the puck against San Jose Sharks left wing Pavol Regenda (84) during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Lightning struck by injury once again as a key member of the blueline heads to IR

Alexis Farinacci

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Mar 16, 2026

Mar 1, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Ian Mitchell (14) skates with the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Lightning bolster blue line with veteran Ian Mitchell

Alexis Farinacci

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Mar 13, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov (86) controls the puck against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Nikita Kucherov becomes first player in Lightning history to reach 700 career assists in 4-2 Tampa win over Toronto

Alexis Farinacci

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Feb 26, 2026

Feb 1, 2026; Tampa Bay, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Jake Guentzel (59) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal against the Boston Bruins during a shootout in the 2026 Stadium Series ice hockey game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Seven Tampa Bay Lightning players set to make their Olympic debuts at the Milano Cortina Olympic Games

Alexis Farinacci

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Feb 9, 2026

Oct 18, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Jack Finley (62) during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Tampa Bay Lightning lose Jack Finley to the St. Louis Blues

Alexis Farinacci

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Feb 7, 2026

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