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That’s right, folks. We’ve made it through the long, hot summer and by the end of this month we will have some sort of competitive hockey. Yes, they might just be preseason games, but they’re still games against different opponents and a chance to watch our favorite team on the ice.

Jack Harvey News / Raw Charge / August 31

2025 Tampa Bay Lightning Top 25 Under 25: #21 Jack Harvey

It’s kind of surprising that this is Jack Harvey’s first time making the countdown. Can the forward come out of the shadow of some of his more highly-touted teammates to take the next step?

Milo Roelens News / Raw Charge / August 30

2025 Tampa Bay Lightning Top 25 Under 25: #22 Milo Roelens

The Tops 25 Under 25 rolls on with a large newcomer to the list. After his first full season in the organization, Milo Roelens makes his debut. The first thing you notice about Milo Roelens is his size.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Tampa Bay Lightning’s National Broadcast Schedule for 2025-26

The 2025-26 NHL season is approaching, and another sign that it’s on the horizon is the release of the national TV schedule. The Tampa Bay Lightning will have 15 nationally-televised games between the TNT and ESPN platforms.

Nikita Kucherov News / Daily Faceoff / August 26

Lightning’s Kucherov named top rated right wing in EA Sports NHL 26

One of the top players in the real world is one of the best players in the virtual one. On Tuesday, EA Sports revealed the top 10 right-wingers for NHL 26.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / August 24

4 Tampa Bay Lightning Predictions for 2025-26

In less than two months’ time, the Tampa Bay Lightning will be back on the ice for the regular season. Each season brings new storylines and new milestones.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 23

Tampa Bay Lightning top breakout candidates for 2025-26 season

With their preseason opener a month out, the Tampa Bay Lightning are continuing their prep for the 2025-26 season. This year’s team is already looking stronger than the roster that lost once again to the Florida Panthers in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 22

NHL to organize 2028 World Cup without IIHF involvement

The NHL appears set to move forward with their plan on organizing a World Cup of Hockey. They’re ready to reach out to international clubs directly, rather than work with the IIHF, per TSN’s Darren Dreger.

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Way-too-early Tampa Bay Lightning trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Tampa Bay Lightning are in a weird place. First, they are a few years removed from winning their last Stanley Cup. The Bolts are caught between possibly contending or potentially falling out of the race.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / TV Insider / August 21

‘Death by Lightning’: Historical Drama From ‘Game of Thrones’ Team Sets Premiere at Netflix & Everything Else We Know

Netflix has finally set a premiere date for the long-awaited limited series Death by Lightning, which is executive-produced by Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B.

NHL News / House of Hockey / August 20

Jake Guentzel Exposes Matthew Tkachuk's Unsportsmanlike True Colours in New Interview

Matthew Tkachuk laid out Jake Guentzel in the playoffs, and now the Lightning star has exposed Tkachuk's lack of sportsmanship in his latest interview.

Ryder Korczak News / Inside The Rink / August 20

AHL: Ryder Korczak Signs Overseas

The Syracuse Crunch today saw forward Ryder Korczak sign with Vlci Zilina in Slovakia. The 22-year-old forward played in 35 games for the Hartford Wolf Pack, recording 11 points on three goals and eight assists.

Luke Glendening News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 19

Best last-minute Luke Glendening destinations in 2025 NHL Free Agency

The Tampa Bay Lightning chose not to re-sign Luke Glendening after his contract expired this summer. NHL Free Agency started on July 1, and Glendening is still available for a team to bring in.

Jake Guentzel News / House of Hockey / August 19

Lightning Star Jake Guentzel Reveals He Wanted to Sign With Team's Conference Rival

Tampa Bay Lightning star Jake Guentzel revealed on the Cam & Strick podcast that he loved the Hurricanes and would have really wanted to sign in Carolina.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 17

Lightning’s Offseason Business Deals Set to Improve the Fan Experience

In addition to taking care of business for on-ice activities by signing free agents to the organization, the Tampa Bay Lightning have also been busy with off-ice business that has an impact on a fan’s experience in watching the games, whether it is in person, on television, or on a streaming device.

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / House of Hockey / August 13

Tampa Bay Lightning Announce the End of Amalie Arena

The Tampa Bay Lightning have played in Amalie Arena since 2014, but now, a change has officially been revealed with the name change to take place immediately.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / August 13

Lightning’s rink renamed to Benchmark International Arena

The Tampa Bay Lightning’s home rink will have a new name for the 2025-26 NHL season and beyond, as the team announced that AMALIE Arena has been renamed Benchmark International Arena as part of a multi-year naming rights deal.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / August 11

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Tampa Bay Lightning’s Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Inside The Rink / August 6

Jaydon Dureau Signed by the Manitoba Moose

The Manitoba Moose announced yesterday that the team has signed forward Jaydon Dureau to a one-year contract through the 2025-26 season. The White City, Saskatchewan-born forward split time between the American Hockey Leagues (AHL) Syracuse Crunch and the ECHL’s Orlando Solar Bears in the 2024-25 season.

Sean Day News / Inside The Rink / August 6

AHL: Bridgeport Islanders Sign 27-Year-Old Defenseman

The Bridgeport Islanders continue to build their roster for the 2025-26 season. Today, that included the signing of a 27-year-old defenseman in Sean Day.

Luke Glendening News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 2

Free-agent profile for veteran center Luke Glendening

While a 36-year-old forward coming off a seven-point season may not seem like much of an asset, veteran center Luke Glendening could still bring meaningful value in the right situation.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / August 1

Summer Series: Tampa Bay Lightning Defining Moments

Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / July 10

Tampa Bay Lightning Retooling this Offseason Continues

The Tampa Bay Lightning offseason is in full swing. Late Monday evening, they acquired 19-year-old centre Sam O’Reilly, who was originally drafted 32nd overall by Edmonton in 2024.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

His last professional game was on Dec. 12 with the Boston Bruins against the Seattle Kraken.

Rangers re-sign former first-round pick

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Mammoth sign forward to a five-year contract avoiding arbitration

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

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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.

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