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On YouTubeNikita Kucherov News / The Hockey Writers / March 15
Lightning Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Slump Continues, Kucherov for Hart, and More
The Tampa Bay Lightning fell short in two out of three games last week, including an important home contest against the Carolina Hurricanes. For the week ahead, we’ll look at the team’s current slump, Nikita Kucherov’s Hart Trophy case, and more.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / March 15
3 Thoughts About the Lightning’s Recent Skid
The Tampa Bay Lightning have struggled to regain traction since the Olympic break, and the time after the trade deadline appears to present the same issue.
Declan Carlile News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 14
Lightning’s Declan Carlile Out Four To Five Weeks With Injury
The Tampa Bay Lightning announced that defenseman Declan Carlile will be sidelined for a four- to-five-week period as the result of a lower-body injury.
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?
Declan Carlile News / Daily Faceoff / March 14
Lightning’s Declan Carlile out 4-5 weeks with lower-body injury
The Tampa Bay Lightning look to be without one of their young defenseman for approximately the rest of the regular season, if not a bit longer. On Saturday, the team announced that Declan Carlile is expected to miss the next four to five weeks with a lower-body injury.
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
Nikita Kucherov News / The Hockey Writers / March 14
Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov Should Be the Hart Trophy Frontrunner
For a few years now, NHL.com has polled its writers on who they think should win various awards. Oftentimes, those mock polls become reality, especially late in the season.
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 13
Lightning try to take down Hurricanes in latest clash
Tampa Bay put it together in 60 minutes of winning hockey during its last outing, but the Lightning may have to be even better when the Eastern Conference-leading Carolina Hurricanes visit on Saturday night.
Nikita Kucherov News / Breakaway on SI / March 13
Lightning's Nikita Kucherov Hits Career Milestone Amid Art Ross Chase
Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov has been nothing short of sensational this season. But while Bolts fans are already familiar with just how insane his scoring has been over the last few seasons, the fact that Kucherov is doing what he is doing at his pace has them stunned.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 13
Lightning’s Gage Goncalves drops ultimate Nikita Kucherov praise after 1,100th point
Nikita Kucherov continues to establish himself as one of the NHL’s all-time greats, and the Tampa Bay Lightning superstar was the catalyst of a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings at Benchmark International Arena on Thursday night.
Steven Santini News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 13
Lightning Reassign Steven Santini
The Lightning announced today that defender Steven Santini has been reassigned to AHL Syracuse. He is right at the 10-game cutoff for losing his temporary waiver exemption, but has spent less than 30 days on the active roster since last clearing them during preseason, so he doesn’t need them to head back to the minors today.
Andrei Vasilevskiy News / Daily Faceoff / March 14
Lightning’s Andrei Vasilevskiy becomes second NHL goalie to register nine straight 30-win seasons
Andrei Vasilevskiy continues to cement himself as one of the best goaltenders of this era, if not of all time.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Field Level Media / March 12
Gage Goncalves, Jake Guentzel lead Lightning to win over Wings
Gage Goncalves and Jake Guentzel each scored two goals as the Tampa Bay Lightning collected just their third win since the Winter Olympics break, beating the visiting Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Thursday night.
NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 12
Detroit Red Wings & Tampa Bay Lightning Trade AHL Players
The Detroit Red Wings and Tampa Bay Lightning are currently playing in the second period. The two general managers have agreed to an AHL-level trade. The Red Wings are acquiring forward Michael Milne and Wojciech Stachowiak from the Lightning.
Darren Raddysh News / Daily Faceoff / March 12
Darren Raddysh is one of the more fascinating players in the 2026 free-agent class
The list of the top-10 scoring defensemen this season features plenty of familiar names. Evan Bouchard, Cale Makar, Zach Werenski, Quinn Hughes; these are all well-known, high-end offensive defensemen with established pedigrees.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 12
NHL Predictions: March 12th – Tampa Bay Lightning versus Detroit Red Wings
Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.
Steven Santini News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 10
Lightning Recall Steven Santini
The Lightning announced today that they’ve recalled right-shot defender Steven Santini from AHL Syracuse. He will step into the lineup tonight against the Blue Jackets after Erik Černák left Sunday’s wild 8-7 loss to the Sabres, falling awkwardly on his leg in a fight at the beginning of the second period, per Eduardo A.
Brandon Hagel News / NHL Rumors / March 10
NHL News: Hagel Fined, 2028-29 Projected Salary Cap, and Injury Notes
NHL Player Safety: Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel was fined $5,000 for being an aggressor in an altercation with Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin.
Brandon Hagel News / Field Level Media / March 9
Lightning F Brandon Hagel fined $5K for altercation
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel received a $5,000 fine Monday for his role in an altercation with Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin the previous day.
NHL 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.
Brayden Point News / Breakaway on SI / March 8
Lightning Star Records Fourth 100-Point Season
The Lightning had to prove something last night as they faced the Maple Leafs in an Atlantic Division showdown. But while Tampa Bay grabbed a crucial victory, it was superstar forward Nikita Kucherov who etched his name deeper into franchise history.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / March 6
Lightning Reunite With Veteran Winger
The Tampa Bay Lightning are reuniting with a familiar face after pulling off a trade before the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline. The Lightning are one of the top teams in the Atlantic Division and the Eastern Conference, and they are considered one of the top Stanley Cup contenders.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / March 4
NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers, and the top College and European Free Agents
Kevin Kurz of The Athletic: 28-year-old Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar has been showing that he might be a No. 1 goalie. He’s posted an 18-9-6 record with a 2.42 GAA and .907 SV%.
Kevyn Adams News / Yardbarker / February 28
Sabres deliver big statement with impressive win over Lightning
Buffalo Sabres fans might finally have a hockey team they can be proud of again.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL Trade Talk / February 27
Lightning Rolling — Do They Even Need a Deadline Move?
As the NHL trade deadline nears, the Lightning sit tied with the Carolina Hurricanes atop the Eastern Conference. Despite injuries throughout the season to key players such as Victor Hedman and Brayden Point, the Lightning have shown no signs of slowing down.
Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 18
Team Canada discusses rallying after Sidney Crosby's injury in Olympic quarterfinal: 'We didn't want this to be Sid's last game'
Team Canada center Sidney Crosby still made an impact even after exiting with a gruesome right leg injury at the Milan Cortina Olympics quarterfinal against Czechia on Wednesday.
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