Tampa Bay Lightning: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

NHL Predictions: January 3rd : Tampa Bay Lightning versus the San Jose Sharks

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 / The Hockey Writers / January 3

Tampa Bay Lightning Players at the 2026 Winter Olympics (So Far)

At long last, NHL talent is returning to the Winter Olympics, and the Tampa Bay Lightning have their strong share of representation on a few top teams.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 3

Lightning extend rookie Charle-Edouard D’Astous for 1 year

The Tampa Bay Lightning signed defenseman Charle-Edouard D’Astous to a one-year contract extension worth $875,000 for the 2026–27 season, the team announced Friday.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 2

Sizzling teams clash as Lightning continue trip at Sharks

The Tampa Bay Lightning have built another hot streak and brought it with them to the West Coast. Sporting a six-game winning streak, the Lightning will travel to Northern California to face the San Jose Sharks on Saturday following a successful stint down south.

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Charle-Edouard D'Astous News / Field Level Media / January 2

Lightning reward D Charle-Edouard D’Astous with 1-year extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning signed defenseman Charle-Edouard D'Astous to a one-year, one-way contract extension worth $875,000 on Friday. A 27-year-old rookie, D'Astous has totaled three goals and 13 points in 33 games while averaging 19:05 in ice time.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / January 2

Lightning sign Charle-Edouard D’Astous to one-year extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced on Friday that they have signed defenseman Charle-Eduoard D’Astous to a one-year contract extension for the 2026-2027 season that is worth $875,000.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 2

Lightning Sign Charle-Edouard D’Astous To One-Year Extension

The Lightning announced they’ve signed defenseman Charle-Edouard D’Astous to a one-year extension worth $875K. He was due to be an unrestricted free agent next summer.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 1

Lightning win 6th straight with late comeback vs. Kings

Anthony Cirelli, Gage Goncalves and Nikita Kucherov scored in the final four minutes to lift the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning to a 5-3 come-from-behind win against the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 1

Will Ferrell hilariously dresses as NHL ref at Lightning game

Will Ferrell can add being an unofficial NHL referee to his extensive acting resume. The actor and comedian knows how to make any moment hilarious, and he did just that when he showed up to the Los Angeles Kings game in full referee apparel.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 1

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / Field Level Media / December 31

Darren Raddysh's OT goal helps Lightning beat Ducks for 5th straight W

Darren Raddysh tallied 2:47 into overtime and the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning closed out 2025 with a 4-3 New Year's Eve afternoon win over the Anaheim Ducks.

Anthony Cirelli News / Daily Faceoff / December 31

Canada trying too hard to add specialists to roster with Anthony Cirelli selection

Team Canada unveiled the 25-player men’s hockey roster for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympic Games on Wednesday, with some significant tweaks from the team

Jon Cooper News / Daily Faceoff / January 1

Lightning win OT thriller in head coach Jon Cooper's 1,000th NHL game

Jon Cooper officially coached his 1,000th career NHL regular-season game Wednesday.

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

NHL Predictions: Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Anaheim Ducks

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 / December 31

JJ Moser, Lightning grades for $54 million contract extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning are having a solid season, currently sitting third in the Atlantic Division. They also just made a move for their future, signing JJ Moser to an eight-year $54 million contract extension.

Erik Cernak News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 31

Lightning Activate Erik Cernak From LTIR

The Lightning have activated defenseman Erik Černák from long-term injured reserve, Erik Erlendsson of Lightning Insider reports. Černák will dress on Wednesday against the Ducks for the first time since sustaining a hand injury against the Capitals on Nov.

Scott Sabourin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 30

Lightning Place Scott Sabourin On Injured Reserve

The Tampa Bay Lightning will be down at least one forward for their upcoming road trip through the Pacific Division. According to Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times, the Lightning have placed Scott Sabourin on the team’s injured reserve.

Brayden Point News / The Hockey Writers / December 28

Lightning’s Brayden Point Is Jeopardizing His Olympic Chances With Recent Play

The Tampa Bay Lightning (21-13-3) are having another great season in the 2020s. The team ranks seventh in the league in goals per game (3.27) and fourth in the league in goals against per game (2.59), overcoming a slightly substandard power play (17.2%, 22nd).

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / December 28

The Habs Return To Action Tonight Against the Lightning

The Montreal Canadiens (20-12-5) are back from the holiday break and ready to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning (21-13-3) on the road at 5:00 pm ET tonight.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / December 27

Tampa Bay Lightning Extend D-Man on 8-year, $54M Deal: Reports

With the NHL heading back on the ice following the Christmas break, news here at Last Word On Hockey is beginning to trickle in regarding major moves. In particular, reports that J.J.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / December 27

Lightning Nearing Extension with Star Defenseman

Coming out of the holiday break, the Tampa Bay Lightning are having to again face their in-state rival the Florida Panthers. But prior to the game, they have received some positive news.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL Trade Talk / December 27

Tampa Bay Lightning Sign J.J. Moser To Eight-Year Extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning are locking in one of their key defenseman, reportedly signing JJ Moser to a long-term deal. As broken by Elliotte Friedman on Saturday afternoon, “Good afternoon…belated Christmas gift in Tampa Bay for JJ Moser, who is having a great season.