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On YouTubeDeclan Carlile News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9
Lightning Activate Declan Carlile
The Tampa Bay Lightning have activated defenseman Declan Carlile off of long-term injured reserve in advance of tonight’s game against the Montreal Canadiens, according to Erik Erlendsson of Lightning Insider.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Sick Podcast / April 9
Massive Game For Habs Tonight Vs. Lightning
The Montreal Canadiens (46-22-10) take on the Tampa Bay Lightning (48-24-6) in a big important matchup that surely will have implications on the order of the top 3 in the Atlantic Division.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7
Lightning Recall Conor Geekie, Jakob Pelletier, Dylan Duke
The Lightning have added forwards Conor Geekie, Jakob Pelletier, and Dylan Duke on recall from AHL Syracuse ahead of tonight’s game against the Senators, Erik Erlendsson of Lightning Insider reports.
The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Pontus Holmberg News / NHL Trade Talk / April 7
Should NHL penalty box employee be fired over the Holmberg injury?
Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper is calling for a penalty box attendant to lose his job after Pontus Holmberg was injured Monday night when he fell into a partially open door.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 7
Undermanned Lightning eager to bounce back vs. Senators
The Tampa Bay Lightning will look to regain sole possession of first place in the Atlantic Division when they visit the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night.
Nikita Kucherov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 7
Lightning star Nikita Kucherov hits major milestone with goal vs. Sabres
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov reached a career landmark in the team’s 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres on Monday night at the KeyBank Center.
Cooper irked as penalty-box injury sparks probe 
The NHL is looking into the circumstances that led to Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pontus Holmberg hurting his left arm when he crashed shoulder-first into an unlatched penalty box door in Monday night's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 8
'I don't know if they should keep their job': Cooper on penalty box attendant after Holmberg injury
It’s not often you see a head coach take out their frustrations on non-NHL team employees, and even less often that it’s a justified frustration, but that’s exactly what happened during the game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Buffalo Sabres.
Nikita Kucherov News / ESPN / April 6
Lightning's Kucherov, 32, nets 400th career goal
Tampa Bay superstar forward Nikita Kucherov, 32, scored the 400th goal of his career in the Lightning's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at the KeyBank Center on Monday night, a power-play tally in the first period that gave him 126 points on the season.
Anthony Cirelli News / The Hockey Writers / April 5
Lightning Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Cirelli, Crucial Road Trip, and More
The Tampa Bay Lightning dropped their first game of the week, but with back-to-back victories, they’re at the top of the Atlantic Division with 102 points in 76 games.
Darren Raddysh News / Daily Faceoff / April 4
Darren Raddysh sets Lightning single season record for goals by defenseman
A grizzled pro has made some history in the Sunshine State. On Saturday, Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh scored the 21st goal of his season, setting a new single-season franchise record for goals by a defender.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 4
Lightning clinch spot in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Tampa Bay Lightning have officially clinched a berth in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Lightning secured their franchise-record ninth straight postseason appearance (2017-18) after the New York Rangers defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Saturday.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 4
NHL Predictions: Tampa Bay Lightning vs Boston Bruins, April 4th
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down the action with in-depth analysis. We look at key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how things might play out.
NHL News / Inside The Rink / April 3
Penguins Lose 6-3 Against Lightning, Cirelli Scores Hat Trick
The Penguins took a 6-3 loss on Thursday when they visited the Tampa Bay Lightning, who have been alternating between wins and losses, while the Penguins had a two-game winning streak.
Andrei Vasilevskiy News / Breakaway on SI / April 3
Why Lightning’s Success Starts with Andrei Vasilevskiy
The Tampa Bay Lightning don’t need to search far for their identity. It’s been built over years, shaped by deep playoff runs and tested in the highest-pressure moments the sport can offer.
Zemgus Girgensons News / Field Level Media / April 2
Zemgus Girgensons, Lightning hit century mark in win vs. Penguins
Tampa Bay's Anthony Cirelli recorded his second career hat trick, Zemgus Girgensons notched his 100th goal and the host Lightning tallied five unanswered times to reach 100 points in a 6-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.
Victor Hedman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2
Lightning Place Victor Hedman On LTIR
April 2nd: According to PuckPedia, the Lightning have placed Hedman on long-term injured reserve. Per the requirements for activation, Hedman must miss 10 games and 24 days before he’s eligible to return.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / April 2
Jon Cooper Explains Why Lightning Value Yanni Gourde
The 2025–26 season has tested the Tampa Bay Lightning in just about every way imaginable. Injuries have piled up, lines have shifted, and roles have changed on a near nightly basis.
Brandon Hagel News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1
Lightning’s Brandon Hagel doubtful for Penguins game with undisclosed injury
The Tampa Bay Lightning might still be in the thick of playoff positioning in the Atlantic Division, but their priority is making sure their best players are 100% healthy.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 31
Lightning’s nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Tampa Bay Lightning may not be playing their best hockey as the regular season comes to a close, but there’s no reason that head coach Jon Cooper’s team won’t feel quite a bit of confidence once the playoffs get underway.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 31
NHL Predictions: Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadians, March 31st
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down the action with in-depth analysis. We look at key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how things might play out.
Jon Cooper News / Breakaway on SI / March 30
Jon Cooper Praises Young Lightning Defenseman After Career Night
The Tampa Bay Lightning have spent most of this season patching together their blue line. Injuries have come in waves, forcing constant changes and testing the team’s depth in ways few contenders experience.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 22
Oilers should take Connor McDavid's harsh comments seriously
The Edmonton Oilers are almost certainly going to the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season, but that is not where the expectation sits with this team.
Kevyn Adams News / Yardbarker / March 8
Sabres take over first place with Game-of-the-Year win vs. Lightning
The Buffalo Sabres are back, and they proved it again on Sunday in an 8-7 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning that put them into sole possession of first-place in the NHL's Atlantic Division.
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