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On YouTubeTampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / June 4
Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov Takes Home Ted Lindsay Award
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov has been recognized by his peers as the top player in the NHL during the 2024-25 season, winning the Ted Lindsay Award for the second time in his career.
The 'NHL Selke Trophy winners' quiz
How many players who won the Frank J. Selke Trophy as the NHL's best defensive forward can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / June 4
Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov wins 2025 Ted Lindsay Award
The NHL announced Wednesday that Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov is the 2025 recipient of the Ted Lindsay Award. The Ted Lindsay Award “is presented by the NHL Players’ Association to the ‘most outstanding player in the NHL,’ as voted on by members of the (National Hockey League Players’ Association),” according to a league statement.
Nikita Kucherov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 4
Lightning's Nikita Kucherov wins Ted Lindsay Award
Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov has won this year’s Ted Lindsay Award for the league’s most outstanding player as voted on by his peers, the NHL announced Wednesday.
Steven Santini News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 3
Lightning re-sign Steven Santini to a two-year deal
The Tampa Bay Lightning are keeping around one of their depth defenseman for a few more years. The Lightning announced they’ve re-signed blue liner Steven Santini to a two-year, two-way contract.
Yanni Gourde News / Daily Faceoff / June 3
Is Yanni Gourde’s new contract with Lightning an example of cap circumvention?
The Tampa Bay Lightning announced Monday that forward Yanni Gourde had agreed to terms on a six-year, $13.98 million contract extension, giving him an average annual value (AAV) of $2.33 million through the 2030-31 season.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / June 3
Lightning Get Multiple Benefits With Yanni Gourde Extension
The Tampa Bay Lightning announced on Monday (June 2) that they have signed forward Yanni Gourde to a six-year contract extension with an average annual value of $2.33 million.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 2
Offseason checklist for Tampa Bay Lightning
The offseason has arrived for all but two teams now with the playoffs nearing an end. Accordingly, it’s time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Inside The Rink / June 3
Tampa Bay Lightning Extend Fan Favorite Forward For Six Years
TAMPA BAY, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Lightning, now just weeks into their offseason after another unfortunate first round exit, have recently made a significant roster move to open up the offseason.
Ryan Fanti News / Daily Faceoff / June 2
Lightning sign Ryan Fanti to one-year contract
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed unrestricted free agent goaltender Ryan Fanti to a one-year contract, according to PuckPedia. Earlier this season, Fanti attended Lightning training camp on a tryout basis before later joining the minor-league affiliated Syracuse Crunch.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / June 2
Tampa Bay Lightning Re-Sign Fan Favourite
The Tampa Bay Lightning have locked down a fan favourite for the next few seasons. News emerged on Monday that the Lightning have signed Yanni Gourde to an extension.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 2
Lightning’s Unprecedented Gourde Deal Shows Bold Thinking
The Tampa Bay Lightning signed 33-year-old forward Yanni Gourde to a six-year deal on Monday—an unprecedented move in the salary cap era for a player of his age, position, and role.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Field Level Media / June 2
Lightning sign Yanni Gourde to a six-year, $14M extension
The Tampa Bay Lightning signed forward Yanni Gourde to a six-year extension worth $14M on Monday. Gourde, 33, was set to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 2
Lightning sign Gourde to six-year contract
The Tampa Bay Lightning are keeping one of their key forwards around for several more years. On Monday, vice president and general manager Julien BriseBois
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / May 30
Lightning Have a Chance to Reorganize Front Office After Key Departures
Recently, Mathieu Darche, was hired as the New York Islanders’ general manager after spending six seasons in the Lightning’s front office as assistant general manager and director of hockey operations.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / May 29
Lightning Would Benefit From an Increased Focus on Youth
It looks like the Tampa Bay Lightning‘s championship window is now in the review mirror after their third straight playoff exit in Round 1. The team is top-heavy, especially up front, and their key players are getting older.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 28
3 Lightning trade candidates after Panthers series loss
It can’t be a very enjoyable offseason for the Tampa Bay Lightning right now. Not only did the Bolts lose in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a third consecutive year, they’re watching as their interstate rival and the defending champion Florida Panthers sit on the verge of a third straight trip to the Finals.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Blade of Steel / May 28
Two Top Members Leaving Tampa Bay Lightning After Early Playoff Exit, per Elliotte Friedman
Elliotte Friedman shockingly revealed that Stacy Roest will be leaving the Lightning after a very disappointing playoff exit, following Mathieu Darche's exit.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Rinksiders / May 22
Breaking down the Tampa Bay Lightning’s lack of success in the postseason
Since losing to the Colorado Avalanche in the 2022 Stanley Cup Final, the Tampa Bay Lightning have not relented in their pursuit of victory. However, the winning has all but stopped for the Lightning, yet to win a playoff round since.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Field Level Media / May 2
Lightning's Jon Cooper: 'It's hard to see myself anywhere else'
Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper quieted rumors about his future, with the two-time Stanley Cup winner saying Friday that he can't envision himself leading another team.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
Panthers continue to dominate Battle of Florida
The Battle of Florida now feels like a one-sided rivalry.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28
Watch: Panthers stun Lightning with two goals in 11 seconds to take 3-1 series lead
In a flash, the Tampa Bay Lightning's 2-1 Game 4 lead over the Florida Panthers turned into a 3-2 deficit.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28
NHL dropped the ball by not suspending Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk
Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk has reportedly avoided supplemental discipline for a late hit on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jake Guentzel during Game 3 of their series on Saturday afternoon.
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