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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.

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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.

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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 / Field Level Media / November 18

Jake Guentzel's hat trick propels Lightning to win over Devils

Jake Guentzel recorded his eighth career regular-season hat trick, Nikita Kucherov netted a milestone goal, and the Tampa Bay Lightning routed the visiting New Jersey Devils 5-1 on Tuesday night.

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

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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 / The Hockey Writers / November 16

Takeaways From the Lightning’s 3-1 Win Over the Panthers

The Tampa Bay Lightning (9-6-2) came into Sunrise needing a win against the Florida Panthers (9-8-1) to keep pace in the playoff race in the tight Eastern Conference.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 16

Injury-riddled Lightning brace for encounter vs. Canucks

Down seven starting players against a bitter rival, the Tampa Bay Lightning turned to 23-year-old rookie forward Jack Finley to win an important bounce-back game.

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NHL News / Breakaway on SI / November 13

Rangers, Lightning Might Have Had the Period of the Season

When the New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning meet, chaos usually follows. Two teams that spent the early part of the season searching for answers ended up producing what might have been the most electric 20 minutes of hockey this year.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / November 13

Three Lightning Players Log Career Firsts vs. Rangers

The early part of the season hasn’t been kind to either the Tampa Bay Lightning or New York Rangers. Both teams stumbled badly out of the gate, sparking questions about their direction and identity.

Brayden Point News / The Hockey Writers / November 12

Every Lightning Player Who Can Reach 1,000 Career Points With the Team

On Oct. 25, Tampa Bay Lightning right winger Nikita Kucherov recorded the 1000th point of his NHL career, an assist on a Jake Guentzel goal in the second period of the Lightning’s 4-3 win over the Anaheim Ducks.

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.

Ryan McDonagh News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 11

Lightning place Ryan McDonagh on injured reserve

The Lightning have placed defenseman Ryan McDonagh on injured reserve, per the league’s media site. The lefty departed Saturday’s win over the Capitals with an undisclosed injury.

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.

Shawn Element News / Inside The Rink / October 30