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Lightning trade Roman Schmidt to Flyers for Ethan Samson

The Tampa Bay Lightning have traded defenseman Roman Schmidt to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for defenseman Ethan Samson, the clubs announced Monday evening.

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Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point return to lineup against Leafs

The injury bug may finally be starting to clear up for the Tampa Bay Lightning, as they’ll see two of their top players in winger Nikita Kucherov and center Brayden Point return to the lineup on Monday against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Andrei Vasilevskiy News / The Hockey Writers / December 8

Lightning in Bind as Vasilevskiy Heads to IR

The Tampa Bay Lightning will have to navigate the next couple of games without their star netminder. According to Lightning insider Erik Erlendsson, Andrei Vasilevskiy is heading to injured reserve (IR).

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / December 8

Lightning Lose Goalie in Peak Form to IR

The Tampa Bay Lightning spent the first two weeks of the season staring at a standings page that looked more like a warning sign than a slow start. One win in their first seven games and a schedule that offered zero breathing room had them buried at the bottom of the division.

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 8

Lightning hold top honors in early 2025-26 Atlantic Division report card

The 2025-26 NHL season is entering its 10th week, and we are starting to see some separation between the contenders and pretenders. However, there are still some extremely tight races around the league.

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Andrei Vasilevskiy News / Daily Faceoff / December 8

Lightning place Andrei Vasilevskiy on injured reserve

One of the best backstops in the game is going to be out for a little while longer. On Monday, the Tampa Bay Lightning placed goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy on injured reserve.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Prime Monday Night Hockey: Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs

Monday Night Hockey on Prime continues today with an Atlantic Division battle featuring the Tampa Bay Lightning visiting the Toronto Maple Leafs. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Field Level Media / December 7

Lightning hope results catch up to performance as they visit Leafs

The Tampa Bay Lightning like the way they have played lately but not the results, something they aim to change Monday night when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7

Penguins activate Justin Brazeau, Noel Acciari from IR

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced they’ve activated forwards Noel Acciari and Justin Brazeau from injured reserve.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / December 6

Lightning’s Hedman returns to lineup; Kucherov, Vasilevskiy day-to-day

It’s one step forward and two steps back for the Tampa Bay Lightning. While one of the Lightning’s long-term injuries is finally over with as defenseman

Victor Hedman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6

Lightning likely to activate captain Victor Hedman

In what could be the most positive injury update for the team in some time, it appears the Tampa Bay Lightning will welcome back their captain tonight.

Ryan McDonagh News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 6

Ryan McDonagh, Lightning grades for $12.3 million contract extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning have come to terms with veteran defenseman Ryan McDonagh on a three-year contract extension worth a total of $12.3 million, meaning he’ll carry a salary cap hit of $4.1 million over the following three seasons.

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Ryan McDonagh News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

Lightning Extension Candidates After Ryan McDonagh’s Deal

The Tampa Bay Lightning pulled the trigger this week on locking down defenseman Ryan McDonagh for another three seasons. Instead of waiting for the end of the season, they figured it out way ahead of schedule.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 5

Islanders riding high into rematch with Lightning

It would be easy for Tampa Bay to lament over two tight losses, one in controversial fashion, but the Lightning need to put it behind them when the New York Islanders visit Saturday night in the teams' second matchup this week.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / December 5

Is Jon Cooper justified in his argument for Hagel’s hand pass?

Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper didn’t hold back in his postgame press conference following Thursday’s 4-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Late in the third period with their goalie pulled for an extra attacker, Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov scored what appeared to be the game-tying goal.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / December 4

Tampa Bay Lightning Defenceman Signs Extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced they have come to terms and re-signed defenceman Ryan McDonagh to a three-year, $12.3 million contract extension. The deal will carry a $4.1M average annual value salary cap hit.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / December 4

Lightning Sign Key Defenseman to Contract Extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning are one of the hottest teams in the NHL right now. Riding a stretch where they've won eight out of their last 10 contests, they've leapfrogged the Atlantic Division standings to take over the lead.

Jon Cooper News / Breakaway on SI / December 4

Jon Cooper Reveals What Makes New Lightning Line Special

The Tampa Bay Lightning are back to looking like the class of the Atlantic Division — and lately, they’ve been playing like it too. After a slow, uneven start that had some wondering whether their best days were behind them, the Lightning have surged with a level of rhythm and confidence that feels awfully familiar.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Stadium Rant / November 27

Tampa Bay Lightning Showcasing Grit After Slow Start

The Tampa Bay Lightning were one of the league’s biggest storylines early this season—mostly due to a slow start and lingering questions. The team found themselves at the bottom of the Atlantic Division with a 1-4-2 record through their first seven games.

Nikita Kucherov News / NHL Trade Talk / November 26

Nikita Kucherov Was Almost Offer Sheeted by Lightning’s Biggest Rival

The Tampa Bay Lightning have been one of the most successful teams in the NHL over the last decade, and a lot of that can be attributed to Nikita Kucherov.