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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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.

Ryan McDonagh News / Daily Faceoff / November 8

Lightning’s Ryan McDonagh leaves game against Capitals with undisclosed injury

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced on social media that defenseman Ryan McDonagh left Saturday’s game against the Washington Capitals with an undisclosed injury and would not return.

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.

Maxwell Crozier News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 4

Lightning to activate Maxwell Crozier from IR

The Lightning are activating Maxwell Crozier from injured reserve before tonight’s game against the Avalanche, head coach Jon Cooper told the team’s beat (including the team’s own Gabby Shirley).

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NHL Predictions: November 4th Tampa Bay Lightning vs Colorado Avalanche

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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 3