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On YouTubeCooper 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.
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.
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?
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.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
Darren Raddysh News / Field Level Media / April 4
Darren Raddysh sets franchise record, as Lightning topple Bruins
Darren Raddysh scored a franchise-setting, tiebreaking goal late, as the Tampa Bay Lightning closed their seven-game homestand with a three-goal third period in a 3-1 win over the Boston Bruins on Saturday.
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.
Tampa Bay Lightning 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.
Tampa Bay Lightning 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.
Mitchell Chaffee News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2
Lightning Recall Mitchell Chaffee
The Lightning have recalled right winger Mitchell Chaffee from AHL Syracuse, per a team announcement Thursday. Chaffee, who has been in Syracuse since clearing waivers in late October, will make his first NHL appearance in over five months tonight against the Penguins.
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.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / March 30
Lightning Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – No. 1 Seed, Jack Adams Award, and More
The Tampa Bay Lightning continue to roll, going 3–0–1 in last week’s four-game slate. In this week-ahead piece, we look at how the team ranks first in the Eastern Conference, head coach Jon Cooper‘s Jack Adams Award case, and the schedule that awaits them.
Corey Perry News / Field Level Media / March 29
Corey Perry's late score lifts Lightning past Predators, to top of Atlantic
Tampa Bay's Corey Perry netted a tiebreaking rebound in the third period, and the Lightning hung on to move back to the top of the Atlantic Division standings with a 3-2 win over the visiting Nashville Predators on Sunday.
Darren Raddysh News / NHL Rumors / March 28
The Maple Leafs Have Two Areas to Improve, and Can the Lightning Extend Darren Raddysh
Acquiring some assets and looking for a puck-moving defenseman and a steady top-six center should be the Toronto Maple Leafs MO this offseason Jonas Siegel of The Athletic: On the problems with the idea of the Toronto Maple Leafs tearing it down and rebuilding is that they owe the Boston Bruins and Philadelphia Flyers their first-round picks.
Victor Hedman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25
Lightning's Victor Hedman taking 'temporary leave of absence'
The Lightning announced Wednesday that captain Victor Hedman is taking a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons.
Nikita Kucherov News / The Hockey Writers / March 25
Lightning Star Nikita Kucherov Has Shot at NHL History
Nikita Kucherov leads the league in scoring with 120 points through 70 games. This torrid pace is not new, but the Tampa Bay Lightning star has turned up the dial in 2025-26.
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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