Tampa Bay Lightning: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Lightning’s D’Astous doubtful for Game 2 against Canadiens

Some roster adjustments might be needed for one of the top teams in the Atlantic Division. When speaking to the media on Monday, Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper stated that defenseman Charle-Edouard D’Astous is doubtful for Game 2 of the team’s Atlantic Division Semifinal against the Montreal Canadiens.

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Takeaways From Lightning’s Game 1 Loss vs. the Canadiens

The Tampa Bay Lightning lost to the Montreal Canadiens in dramatic fashion, 4-3, in overtime. In a tight, back-and-forth bout, their first-round woes still look prevalent after one game.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / ESPN / April 19

Cooper: Penalty 'stupidity' cost Lightning in G1

Lightning coach Jon Cooper was not happy with the penalties his team took in its Game 1 overtime loss to the Canadiens on Sunday.

Nikita Kucherov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19

Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov moves up all-time playoff leaderboard in Game 1

The Tampa Bay Lightning are taking on the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tampa and Montreal officially began their matchup on Sunday evening in Tampa.

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The 'Last 40-goal season by NHL team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19

Lightning stun Canadiens with two-goal blitz in Game 1

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens are locked in a tight Game 1 matchup to start the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was the Habs who struck first on the road, taking a 1-0 lead into the first intermission.

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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.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19

Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous leaves Canadiens Game 1 after taking scary hit

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs have officially begun. And the Tampa Bay Lightning are looking to re-establish themselves as one of the premier teams in the NHL.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19

Lightning’s Jon Cooper remains cryptic on Victor Hedman’s status after Sunday skate

The biggest question the Tampa Bay Lightning have to answer before their series against the Montreal Canadiens is the status of Victor Hedman. Their captain took a leave of absence on March 25th and has not returned since.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / April 19

Previewing Game 1 of The Montreal Canadiens Vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Series

Today is the day; Game 1 of the Montreal Canadiens (48-24-10) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (50-26-6) is finally here. The two teams will face off at 5:45 p.m.

Tampa Bay Lightning 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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 19

Lightning Recall Conor Geekie, Brandon Halverson

The Tampa Bay Lightning have recalled Conor Geekie and Brandon Halverson from their AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch. They also announced that forwards Mitchell Chaffee, Jakob Pelletier, and defenseman Steven Santini have been reassigned to Syracuse.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Sick Podcast / April 18

Previewing The Defense and Goalie Battles In Habs Vs. LIghtning Series

Yesterday I previewed both the offence and the special teams for both the Montreal Canadiens and the Tampa Bay Lightning for their Round 1 series that starts on Sunday at 5:45 pm ET at the Benchmark International Arena.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 18

Lightning’s Victor Hedman to miss start of first-round series against Canadiens

As expected, the Tampa Bay Lightning are going to begin the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs without their captain. However, he might be returning sooner than later.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 17

Lightning vs Canadiens: Tampa Bay’s Path to a First-Round Victory

The first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs will feature a highly anticipated matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens. Both teams finished the season with 106 points, but they took different paths to get here.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 16

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Lightning vs. Canadiens series preview

Tampa Bay Lightning: 2nd in Atlantic Division, 106 points Montreal Canadiens: 3rd in Atlantic Division, 106 points The Lightning’s season was as hard-fought as any after getting ravaged by injuries.

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.

Darren Raddysh News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 16

Darren Raddysh Is Going To Get Paid This Summer

Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh had been a consistent point producer for a couple of seasons, but what he’s done in Tampa Bay this year is out of this world.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 15

Lightning Activate Maxwell Crozier From LTIR, Place Steven Santini On Waivers

Lightning defenseman Maxwell Crozier told reporters this morning that he’s stepping back into the lineup for tonight’s regular-season finale against the Rangers (including the team’s Benjamin Pierce).

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 15

Lightning’s Max Crozier to return after 26-game absence

Some reinforcements for the Tampa Bay Lightning heading into the final game of their regular season. When speaking to the media, defenseman Max Crozier revealed that he will be in the lineup on Wednesday night when the Lightning hosts the New York Rangers, marking his first appearance after missing the past 26 games.

Brandon Halverson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 15