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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.

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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 / Athlon Sports / July 9

Edmonton Oilers, Tampa Bay Lightning Announce Swap 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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Isaac Howard 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.

Isaac Howard 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.

Isaac Howard 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.

Isaac Howard 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.

Isaac Howard 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.

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Johnson, 2-time Cup winner with Lightning, retires

Former Chicago Blackhawks forward Tyler Johnson, 34, announced his retirement after playing 13 NHL seasons and winning the Stanley Cup twice with the Tampa Bay Lightning, explaining in a Monday social media post that "I'm ready for what's next."

Isaac Howard News / House of Hockey / July 7

Disgruntled Lightning Prospect Linked to Surprise Eastern Conference Rival

Isaac Howard's time in Tampa Bay is all but over, and now, a top Rangers reporter has revealed that New York have immense interest in the Hobey Baker winner.

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

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

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Tampa Bay Lightning 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.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / July 7

Oilers Nearly Landed Lightning's Top Prospect and Hobey Baker Winner in Wild Draft-Day Deal

NHL insider Frank Seravalli revealed details of a failed trade on draft day, as the Oilers made a trade offer for Tampa Bay's top prospect that did not happen.

Xavier Cormier News / Inside The Rink / July 4

ECHL: Tommy Cormier Heads Back To Trois-Rivières Lions

The Lions will have one Cormier brother back next season as the Trois-Rivières Lions announced that they’ve re-signed Tommy Cormier for the 2025-26 season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Inside The Rink / July 3

Tampa Bay Lightning Make Significant Player Signings To Start July

As free agency has started in the National Hockey League, many teams, including the Tampa Bay Lightning, are making significant roster moves with free agents and player extensions.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Lightning hand former first-round pick 3-year contract

The Tampa Bay Lightning are looking to make some moves this offseason after coming up short in the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again. While many teams were

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.

Pontus Holmberg News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Tampa Bay Lightning inks promising 26-year-old forward to 2-year deal

The Tampa Bay Lightning just strengthened their forward depth by signing 26-year-old Pontus Holmberg to a two-year deal worth $1.55 million annually. This move shows Tampa acting decisively to add a reliable, two-way winger.

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.