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On YouTubeBrandon Hagel News / The Hockey Writers / April 28
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
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
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.
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Sick Podcast / April 27
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.
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.
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
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 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
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.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 25
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.
NHL News / The Sick Podcast / April 25
Habs Beat Lightning In OT Again As Hutson Blasts Home Game Winner
Game 3 of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens went to overtime for a 3rd straight game as the Habs took a 2-1 series lead on Friday night with a 3-2 victory over the Lightning.
Ryan McDonagh News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 25
Ryan McDonagh’s true feelings on Lightning’s 2-1 series deficit vs. Canadiens
The Tampa Bay Lightning are down in their first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tampa lost in overtime on Friday night thanks to Lane Hutson scoring an overtime winner for Montreal.
Victor Hedman News / Athlon Sports / April 23
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
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.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 22
3 Takeaways From Lightning’s Game 2 Overtime Win Over Canadiens
The Tampa Bay Lightning delivered the kind of response expected from a veteran playoff team, defeating the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in overtime on April 21 to even the series at 1-1.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL Trade Talk / April 22
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 saves Lightning from 2-0 hole in win over Canadiens
Tampa Bay Lightning left winger Brandon Hagel was a busy man on Tuesday night.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Sick Podcast / April 21
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
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
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
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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