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Getting to Know New Lightning Prospect Sam O’Reilly

Isaac Howard is now in the rearview mirror, and the Tampa Bay Lightning can put their focus on forward Sam O’Reilly. The Memorial Cup champion and 2024 first-round pick now brings excitement and possibilities that Howard initially brought to the table.

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Tampa Bay Lightning Sign Scott Sabourin

The Tampa Bay Lightning signed forward Scott Sabourin to a one-year, two-way contract. Sabourin, in 68 games with the San Jose Barracuda, recorded 25 points on ten goals and 15 assists.

Mikhail Sergachev News / Blade of Steel / July 12

Mikhail Sergachev Slams Lightning Coach Over Horrible System Changes

The Tampa Bay Lightning made three straight appearances in the Stanley Cup Finals, but according to Mkhail Sergachev, it was Jeff Blashill that ruined their chances.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Lightning’s most realistic trade acquisition in 2025 NHL offseason

The Tampa Bay Lightning returned to the playoffs for an eighth straight season. They have lost in the first round for three straight years, falling to the Florida Panthers each of the past two campaigns.

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Isaac Howard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Oilers’ Isaac Howard drops truth bomb after trade from Lightning

The Edmonton Oilers and Tampa Bay Lightning connected on a trade involving former first-round pick Isaac Howard. The 2025 Hobey Baker winner could not agree on a contract with the Bolts.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / July 10

Tampa Bay Lightning Retooling this Offseason Continues

The Tampa Bay Lightning offseason is in full swing. Late Monday evening, they acquired 19-year-old centre Sam O’Reilly, who was originally drafted 32nd overall by Edmonton in 2024.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / July 10

Oilers, Lightning Prospect Trade a Win-Win

Prospect for prospect trades are rare enough in the NHL, but it's even rarer to see one that both teams involved benefit from. On Tuesday night, the Tampa Bay Lightning traded forward Isaac Howard to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Sam O'Reilly.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

Oilers, Lightning trade makes sense for both teams

An interesting offseason trade might be a beneficial deal for both sides. On Tuesday night, the Edmonton Oilers acquired Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning for Sam O’Reilly in a one-for-one deal involving prospects.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Isaac 'Ike' Howard: Everything to Know About the Oilers’ Newest Acquisition

The Edmonton Oilers recently acquired forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for forward Sam O’Reilly. There had been speculation for weeks connecting the Oilers to Howard, but the two sides finally got a deal done.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

What Isaac Howard brings to the Oilers

The Isaac Howard sweepstakes are over, as the 2022 Tampa Bay Lightning first-round pick was dealt to the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday in exchange for Sam O’Reilly.

NHL News / Field Level Media / July 9

Oilers, Lightning swap first-round picks Sam O'Reilly, Isaac Howard

The Edmonton Oilers acquired reigning Hobey Baker Award winner Isaac Howard from the Lightning, sending forward prospect Sam O'Reilly to Tampa Bay in exchange.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / July 9

Lightning Secure Future Third-Line Center

The Edmonton Oilers and Tampa Bay Lightning executed an exciting prospect trade. The Oilers landed Isaac Howard, a talented winger ready to leap to the NHL.

Isaac Howard News / Breakaway on SI / July 9

Oilers and Lightning Link Up for Prospect Trade

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Edmonton Oilers have swapped two highly skilled forward prospects (and birthday twins) in a trade that will send London Knights center Sam O’Reilly to the Lightning and Michigan State University winger Isaac Howard to the Oilers.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Lightning, Oilers Announce Major Trade of Top Prospects

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Edmonton Oilers shook up their respective prospect pools with a major trade on Tuesday. The rare mid-July swap of top prospects will see the Oilers send 2024 first-round pick (No.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Oilers Acquire Isaac Howard From Lightning in Exchange for Sam O’Reilly

After weeks of speculation, the Edmonton Oilers and Tampa Bay Lightning have completed a trade. The Lightning have traded forward Isaac Howard to the Oilers in exchange for forward Sam O’Reilly.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / July 8

Lightning trade Isaac Howard to Oilers for Sam O’Reilly

A notable move involving one of the best players in college hockey. On Tuesday night, the Edmonton Oilers acquired the signing rights of forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8

Lightning, Oilers pull off late-night trade involving recent first-round picks

In a late-night deal, the Tampa Bay Lightning and Edmonton Oilers are swapping recent first-round picks

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Jon Cooper News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

Will Jon Cooper Era End if the Lightning Don’t Bounce Back Next Season?

The Tampa Bay Lightning have become a familiar face in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with 10 playoff appearances. However, in the past three postseasons, they haven’t made it past the first round.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 8

Grading Lightning’s 2025 NHL Draft class

The 2025 NHL Draft is over with, and as a result, it’s time to examine how each team did this year. The Tampa Bay Lightning served as the NHL’s model organization for years, and the draft was a big reason why.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

His last professional game was on Dec. 12 with the Boston Bruins against the Seattle Kraken.

Rangers re-sign former first-round pick

Flyers ink this former first-round pick to a five-year extension

Mammoth sign forward to a five-year contract avoiding arbitration

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Jeff Tambellini News / Daily Faceoff / July 7

Lightning hire Jeff Tambellini as assistant GM, director of hockey operations

The Tampa Bay Lightning have hired Jeff Tambellini as their assistant general manager and director of hockey operations, the club announced Monday afternoon.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

What a ‘Quiet’ Offseason Means for the Tampa Bay Lightning

The Tampa Bay Lightning were active at the starting gun when free agency began. The moves weren’t flashy, but the vision was clear. They’re looking to build depth through low-risk contracts that consist of players with room for growth.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

The Tampa Bay Lightning Went Fishing in the Free Agent Pond and Found Forward

The Tampa Bay Lightning made a little splash today with some news. They announce that they have signed a good, young player, taking him off the free agent market.

Conor Sheary News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Tampa Bay Lightning Place Forward Conor Sheary On Waivers

Yesterday, the Tampa Bay Lightning placed ten-year veteran Conor Sheary on unconditional waivers. Today, he cleared, meaning that the two sides were mutually agreeing to terminate his contract.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Blade of Steel / June 29

Tampa Bay Lightning Unexpectedly Terminate Contract With Two-Time Cup Champion

The Tampa Bay Lightning have a tight salary cap, and as a result, they're set to terminate the contract of veteran winger Conor Sheary. The Tampa Bay Lightning made the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again in 2025, but after a first-round defeat at the hands of Florida Panthers, they head into the off-season looking to make some major changes.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 29

Lightning Share Plans, Expectations For Free Agency

The Tampa Bay Lightning are approaching July 1st with only three notable pending-free agents. That short list has made the summer easy to forecast for Bolts general manager Julien BriseBois, who broke down the team’s upcoming expectations to Diandra Loux of The Hockey News.