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Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov gets body language diagnosis from anonymous scout

Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov gets body language diagnosis from anonymous scout

The Tampa Bay Lightning are down to their last loss in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a fourth consecutive season, falling 3-2 to the Montreal Canadiens at Benchmark International Arena on Wednesday to be pushed to the brink by their Atlantic Division rivals.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 29
Canadiens overcome blown leads vs. Lightning to steal Game 5

Canadiens overcome blown leads vs. Lightning to steal Game 5

In one of the closest series of the first round, the Montreal Canadiens stole Game 5 from the Tampa Bay Lightning with the only third-period goal. 

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Andrei Vasilevskiy News / The Hockey Writers / April 29
Lightning Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy Nets Latest Vezina Finalist Nod

Lightning Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy Nets Latest Vezina Finalist Nod

Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy is within striking distance of some top hardware. He’s been named a finalist for the Vezina Trophy, the award for the best goalie in the NHL.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29
Lightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘positive’ Victor Hedman update later comes with harsh jolt of reality

Lightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘positive’ Victor Hedman update later comes with harsh jolt of reality

The Tampa Bay Lightning have evened up their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Montreal Canadiens. They have done this without the services of Lightning captain Victor Hedman.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29
Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous gets official injury designation for Game 5

Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous gets official injury designation for Game 5

The Tampa Bay Lightning have wrestled back home-ice advantage from the Montreal Canadiens after a come-from-behind win at the Bell Centre in Game 4 on Sunday night — and they could have Charle-Edouard D’Astous back for a crucial Game 5 at home.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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 28
Lightning, Canadiens enter pivotal Game 5 of closely contested series

Lightning, Canadiens enter pivotal Game 5 of closely contested series

The Tampa Bay Lightning have returned home tied 2-2 in their Eastern Conference first-round matchup with the Montreal Canadiens, and according to coach Jon Cooper, it may not be that way if not for the play of Max Crozier.

Brandon Hagel News / The Hockey Writers / April 28
Brandon Hagel Has a Case to Be the Lightning’s Next Captain

Brandon Hagel Has a Case to Be the Lightning’s Next Captain

Time and time again, Brandon Hagel delivers in the clutch for the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. He had the game-tying and game-winning goals in Game 4 on Sunday night versus the Montreal Canadiens and has three multi-point games thus far in what’s been a complete turnaround from last year’s playoffs.

Jon Cooper News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27
Jon Cooper, Lightning players get real on how Max Crozier hit changed Game 4

Jon Cooper, Lightning players get real on how Max Crozier hit changed Game 4

The Montreal Canadiens were well on their way to a 3-1 series lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 4. The Bell Centre was rocking, the home team was up 2-0, and Tampa Bay was back on its heels.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 27
Lightning have stopped trying to be bullies – and may finally have the advantage

Lightning have stopped trying to be bullies – and may finally have the advantage

One of the more experienced teams in these Stanley Cup Playoffs has changed its approach, and it seems to be paying off. The Tampa Bay Lightning are in an exciting Atlantic Division Semifinal with the Montreal Canadiens.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Sick Podcast / April 27
Habs Blow 2-0 2nd Period Lead And Lose 3-2 To Lightning

Habs Blow 2-0 2nd Period Lead And Lose 3-2 To Lightning

For the first time all series, Game 4 wouldn’t require overtime as the Montreal Canadiens fell to the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 thanks to a Brandon Hagel goal with just under 5 minutes left in the game.

Brandon Hagel News / ESPN / April 27

Hagel scores 2 in 3rd as Lightning rally to tie series

Brandon Hagel scored his NHL playoffs-leading fifth and sixth goals in the third period and the Lightning rallied to beat the Canadiens 3-2 on Sunday night in Game 4 to tie the series.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 27
Brandon Hagel’s confident Nikita Kucherov claim after Game 4 win

Brandon Hagel’s confident Nikita Kucherov claim after Game 4 win

The Tampa Bay Lightning needed a win in Game 4 after falling behind 2-1 against the Montreal Canadiens. Montreal defeated Tampa in overtime in Game 3, the third straight overtime game in this matchup.

Brandon Hagel News / Field Level Media / April 26
Brandon Hagel stays hot as Lightning knot series with Habs

Brandon Hagel stays hot as Lightning knot series with Habs

Brandon Hagel scored his second goal of the game with 4:53 remaining in the third period to lift the Tampa Lightning to a 3-2 win over the Canadiens on Sunday night in Montreal.

Brandon Hagel News / The Hockey Writers / April 26
Brandon Hagel Is Leading the Way for the Lightning Through the First 3 Games

Brandon Hagel Is Leading the Way for the Lightning Through the First 3 Games

The Tampa Bay Lightning are currently down 2-1 in the series to the Montreal Canadiens. With that being said, every game so far has gone to overtime. The series couldn’t be any closer.

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Ian Mitchell News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 25
Ian Mitchell Signs With NL’s SC Bern

Ian Mitchell Signs With NL’s SC Bern

Lightning pending unrestricted free agent Ian Mitchell has agreed to terms with SC Bern of Switzerland’s National League on a two-year contract beginning next season, the team announced earlier this week.

Victor Hedman News / Athlon Sports / April 23
Lightning Coach Announces Victor Hedman News Before Game 3 vs. Canadiens

Lightning Coach Announces Victor Hedman News Before Game 3 vs. Canadiens

The Tampa Bay Lightning are entering the road stretch of their first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens after splitting the first two games. In doing so, the Lightning have navigated the absence of captain Victor Hedman, who has not played since March 19, while away from the lineup due to illness and personal reasons.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 23
Lightning Reassign Brandon Halverson, Recall Harrison Meneghin

Lightning Reassign Brandon Halverson, Recall Harrison Meneghin

The Lightning have reassigned goaltender Brandon Halverson to AHL Syracuse, per a team announcement Thursday. They recalled goaltender Harrison Meneghin from Syracuse in his place to serve as their third-stringer/emergency backup during the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL Trade Talk / April 22
J.J. Moser’s Overtime Winner Gets Tampa Bay Back Into Series

J.J. Moser’s Overtime Winner Gets Tampa Bay Back Into Series

What better time for your first career playoff goal than in sudden-death overtime? J.J. Moser’s first postseason goal gave the Tampa Bay Lightning a 3-2 win to send things to Montreal even at one game apiece.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 21
Brandon Hagel's Gordie Howe hat trick lifts Lightning

Brandon Hagel's Gordie Howe hat trick saves Lightning from 2-0 hole in win over Canadiens

Tampa Bay Lightning left winger Brandon Hagel was a busy man on Tuesday night.  

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Sick Podcast / April 21
Habs and Lightning Ready For Game 2 Tonight

Habs and Lightning Ready For Game 2 Tonight

After winning Game 1 4-3 in overtime, the Montreal Canadiens will be hoping to bring their momentum into Game 2 tonight against the Tampa Bay Lightning in hopes of taking a stranglehold on this series by taking a 2-0 lead back home with them.

Victor Hedman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21
Lightning’s Victor Hedman Doubtful For First Round

Lightning’s Victor Hedman Doubtful For First Round

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman has not played since March 19th due to illness. He missed the final 15 games of the regular season and, despite returning to practice in the postseason, the first game of the Lightning’s first round matchup against the Montreal Canadiens.

Dominic James News / Daily Faceoff / April 19
Lightning’s Dominic James activated off IR, available for Game 1

Lightning’s Dominic James activated off IR, available for Game 1

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Dominic James has been activated off injured reserve and will be available for Game 1 of the team’s first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Stadium Rant / April 16
Tampa Bay Lightning 2026 Playoff Preview: Stanley Cup Chances And Key Players

Tampa Bay Lightning 2026 Playoff Preview: Stanley Cup Chances And Key Players

The Tampa Bay Lightning enter the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs in a familiar position—battle-tested, star-driven, and widely respected across the league.

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