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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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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 / 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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 15

Lightning get back to winning at Panthers' expense

Jack Finley's first NHL goal was the game-winner as the Tampa Bay Lightning rebounded from a blowout loss two days prior with a 3-1 win over the rival Florida Panthers on Saturday in Sunrise, Fla.

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.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / November 12

2 Lightning Rookies Stepping up to Provide Offense Early This Season

A goal for the Tampa Bay Lightning heading into this season was to improve depth. Since winning back-to-back Stanley Cups, the team has grown increasingly top-heavy due to cap constraints.

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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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 11

Lightning place Dominic James on injured reserve

The Lightning have placed forward Dominic James on injured reserve, per Erik Erlendsson of Lightning Insider. He sustained an undisclosed injury in Saturday’s game against the Capitals.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / November 11

Lightning’s Hedman day-to-day, McDonagh ‘out a few games’

A couple of notable injuries for the Tampa Bay Lightning‘s D-corps. When speaking to the media, Lightning head coach Jon Cooper revealed that defenseman Victor Hedman is considered day-to-day, as the big Swede is out with an undisclosed injury.

Brandon Hagel News / Field Level Media / November 8

Brandon Hagel's late goal helps Lightning edge Capitals

Brandon Hagel scored the tie-breaking goal and had an assist as the Tampa Bay Lightning won for the seventh time in eight games by beating the visiting Washington Capitals 3-2 on Saturday night.

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.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 4