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Brandon Hagel, Tampa Bay take big lead early, hold off Capitals

Brandon Hagel produced two goals and an assist in Tampa Bay's four-goal, first-period outburst, and the visiting Lightning claimed the season series against the Washington Capitals with a 5-3 victory on Saturday night.

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Jon Cooper Praises Lightning Rookie Defenseman

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Charle-Édouard D’Astous didn’t arrive in the NHL the way most expect it to happen. No draft night spotlight. No early-round hype.

Jake Guentzel News / Breakaway on SI / November 21

Lightning's Jake Guentzel Humbly Reacts After Major Hat Trick

Jake Guentzel arrived in Tampa Bay with a mountain of pressure and a vacant spot on the left wing of the top-line filled with expectations. The Lightning needed someone who could help already elite attack, push the pace, and keep their championship window cracked open.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 20

Lightning strike late, beat Oilers on wild OT sequence

Tampa Bay's Jake Guentzel scored to cap a wild 10-second span in overtime, and the host Lightning earned their second straight victory by edging the slumping Edmonton Oilers 2-1 on Thursday night.

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Victor Hedman News / The Hockey Writers / November 20

Lightning Lose Victor Hedman to IR, Activate Nick Paul

The Tampa Bay Lightning have one player long-term to injury just as they got another back. According to Lightning reporter Gabby Shirley, captain and defenseman Victor Hedman is heading to the injured reserve (IR).

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 20

Lightning activate Nick Paul from LTIR, will return vs. Oilers

The Tampa Bay Lightning will bring Nick Paul back into the lineup and off the Long Term Injured Reserve on Thursday as they take on the Edmonton Oilers

Victor Hedman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 20

Lightning place Victor Hedman on IR, activate Nick Paul from LTIR

The Lightning have shifted star defenseman Victor Hedman to injured reserve with the undisclosed injury that’s already kept him out for nearly two weeks, according to Erik Erlendsson of Lightning Insider.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 20

Lightning pursue spark from power play vs. Oilers

The Tampa Bay Lightning will look to ignite a struggling power play when they host the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. The Lightning are 1-for-11 with the man advantage over their last four games, including 0-for-2 in their 6-2 loss to the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / November 19

Guentzel’s Hat Trick Fires Lightning to 5-1 Win, Snapping Devils’ Streak in Hughes’ Absence

The Tampa Bay Lightning delivered a powerful offensive statement tonight, defeating the New Jersey Devils 5-1 and putting a swift end to the Devils’ two-game winning streak.

Jake Guentzel News / The Hockey Writers / November 18

Guentzel Picks Up Hat Trick as Lightning Rout Devils

The Tampa Bay Lightning bounced back in a big way, taking down the top team in the Eastern Conference, the New Jersey Devils, 5-1. Jake Guentzel led the way, picking up his eighth career hat trick and his third as a member of the Lightning.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 18

Lightning make flurry of roster moves amid injury pileup

The Tampa Bay Lightning are looking for wins this season. Tampa Bay is banged up, and also looking for some healthy bodies. The Lightning are recalling defensemen Declan Carlile and Steven Santini from AHL’s Syracuse Crunch, per Pro Hockey Rumors.

Anthony Cirelli News / Daily Faceoff / November 18

Lightning’s Cirelli, James expected to return against Devils; Crozier placed on IR

Tampa Bay Lightning forwards Anthony Cirelli and Dominic Jamed are expected to return for Tuesday’s game against the New Jersey Devils, according to the team’s assistant coach Rob Zettler.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

NHL Predictions: November 18th Tampa Bay Lightning vs New Jersey Devils

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.

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 17

Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov matches Martin St. Louis in Tampa history with goal vs. Canucks

The Tampa Bay Lightning lost to the Vancouver Canucks at home on Sunday, 6-2, but it was a game still worth remembering, particularly for veteran skater Nikita Kucherov.

Boris Katchouk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 17

Lightning reassign Boris Katchouk

The Lightning announced they’ve reassigned winger Boris Katchouk to AHL Syracuse. They now have two open roster spots, leaving the option for multiple IR activations ahead of tomorrow’s game against the Devils.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 12

Lightning Make Eye-Opening Call-Ups Before Clash With Panthers

The Tampa Bay Lightning look like they’re gearing up for another round of fireworks with the Florida Panthers this weekend. On Thursday, Tampa recalled forwards Boris Katchouk and Scott Sabourin from AHL Syracuse — and the timing isn’t fooling anyone.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Lightning’s Ryan McDonagh, Dominic James placed on injured reserve

The Tampa Bay Lightning placed defenseman Ryan McDonagh and forward Dominic James on injured reserve Wednesday, which will keep them out for at least the team’s next two games.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / November 8

Lightning Look Dominant While Challenging Western Conference’s Best

It wasn’t long ago that the Tampa Bay Lightning looked like a team searching for answers. They opened the season losing six of their first seven games, looking slow, disjointed, and far removed from the dominant force that ruled the NHL just a few years ago.

Nikita Kucherov News / LWOSports.com / October 27

Tampa Bay Lightning Forward Nikita Kucherov Adds To His Hall of Fame Career

Tampa Bay Lightning veteran star forward Nikita Kucherov has written another chapter in his Hall of Fame career. Kucherov, drafted by Tampa Bay 58th overall