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Lightning Coach Is Fed Up With One Thing in Panthers Series

Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper voiced his frustration over the events taking place in Game 4 against the Florida Panthers. Cooper was visibly frustrated when asked about Brandon Hagel's exit from Monday's game following an unpenalized hit from Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad.

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Lightning’s Jon Cooper’s ‘tiresome’ admission after brutal Game 4 loss to Panthers

It wasn’t that long ago that Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper saw a “good sign” that his team would have home-ice advantage in the playoffs. Now, he is singing a different tune following a challenging Game 4 loss to the Florida Panthers in the NHL first round. The Lightning lost 4-2 and now trail the Panthers 3-1.

NHL News / House of Hockey / April 26

Jon Cooper Blasts Paul Maurice With Comments After Lightning/Panthers Game 3

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper used Florida Panthers coach Paul Maurice's words against him after their Game 3 win in Sunrise. We've officially got ourselves a series in the Battle of Florida; the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Florida Panthers 5-1 to cut into what was a 2-0 series lead at the beginning of the day.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 23

The Blueprint to Creating a Stanley Cup-Winning Team

Every April, sixteen teams enter the Stanley Cup Playoffs with one goal in mind, which is to etch their name into NHL history on the Stanley Cup. Some enter the postseason hot and ready, while some barely make it and are just getting warmed up.

Jonathan Toews News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / April 21

Stanley Cup playoffs pressure index: DeBoer doldrums

Stanley Cup playoffs pressure index: Stars HC Pete DeBoer doldrums

The NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs are famous for high-pressure situations, and after six games, there are already a few situations where it is mounting on head coaches.

Takeaways from Day 2 of NHL playoffs: Devils are in trouble; perfect start for Leafs

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Blade of Steel / April 19

Jon Cooper Reveals Top Forward Will Miss the First Round of the Playoffs vs Panthers

The Tampa Bay Lightning are already behind the 8-ball in terms of injuries after head coach Jon Cooper announced that Oliver Bjorkstrand will be unavailable.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 14

Jon Cooper sees ‘good sign’ in Lightning amid race for home-ice

The Tampa Bay Lightning are headed to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the eighth consecutive season. With two Stanley Cups already in the bank, they are looking for a third to join the elite dynasties in hockey history.

NHL News / Forever Blueshirts / April 8

Jon Cooper, Peter Laviolette among winners, losers from Rangers 5-1 loss to Lightning

The New York Rangers dropped another game during the most crucial point of the season, 5-1 to the Tampa Bay Lightning at Madison Square Garden on Monday night.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 23

Inconsistent Lightning face tall task vs. Golden Knights

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper said his team has lacked consistency heading into Sunday's game with the Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 27

Jordan Binnington Found Confidence Thanks To Jon Cooper

It took some time for St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington to regain his 2019 form, but after the Four Nations Faceoff, he has found that confidence and that form.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 27

Jordan Binnington Found Confidence Thanks To Jon Cooper

It took some time for St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington to regain his 2019 form, but after the Four Nations Faceoff, he has found that confidence and that form.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 21

Watch: Mic’d up Jon Cooper tells Canada ‘be selfish and shoot the puck in the net’ ahead of McDavid’s OT winner

Jon Cooper called Connor McDavid’s shot. Well, sort of. One of the things that has long made Cooper a successful coach with the Tampa Bay Lightning has been his ability to get the most out of his players.

NHL News / Oilers Daily / February 21

Video surfaces of Cooper's message just before Canada's win

Video surfaces of Coach Cooper's message to Connor McDavid, Mitch Marner just before Canada's win

Team Canada won a thrilling 4 Nations Face-Off final over Team USA, and coach Jon Cooper called upon his players to win the game on the bench just before they did.

Connor McDavid had great comments after winning 4 Nations

Connor McDavid's golden goal for Canada provides him a championship moment

Team USA will keep losing tournaments until it makes one major change

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / February 18

‘We have to put stress on them’: Canada’s Jon Cooper on how to beat the United States in 4 Nations final

The stage is set for what should be an exhilarating game on Thursday night, as the United States and Canada get set to battle it out in the championship game of the 4 Nations Face-Off.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 16

Canada's goaltending disadvantage is major long-term problem

Canada's goaltending disadvantage vs. USA is major long-term problem

There were several reasons why the United States was able to secure a 3-1 win over Canada in Saturday's 4 Nations Face-off game, clinching a spot in the tournament's championship game on Thursday night in Boston.

United States rallies past Canada in 4 Nations Face-Off

Watch: USA, Canada open 4 Nations game with three fights in nine seconds

Five takeaways from USA-Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

Can you name every player selected in the Vegas Golden Knights expansion draft?

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 14

Why USA vs. Canada could be best hockey game of year

It might not have the same importance or overall appeal as the Stanley Cup Playoffs, or even the upcoming Olympic games in 2026, but when the United States and Canada meet in the 4 Nations Face-off on Saturday night (8 p.m. ET) in Montreal, it has a chance to be one of the best hockey games we see all year.

This might be Team USA's best hockey roster yet

Canada asst. Rick Tocchet sent strong message to Sidney Crosby

Star Team Canada defenseman misses practice ahead of Team USA matchup

Young goalie suddenly leaves Canadiens organization, heads overseas

Latest injury could lead to another big trade deadline for Golden Knights

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 13

‘He puts himself at that elite level’: Canada’s Jon Cooper on Mitch Marner after 4 Nations Face-Off heroics

On a big stage, players can either thrive under pressure, or they can crumble. In the opening game of the 4 Nations Face-Off, Canada forward Mitch Marner stepped into the spotlight in a huge way, scoring the overtime winner to give the Canadians a 4-3 win over Sweden.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 12

‘The bar napkins took a beating.’ Building Canada’s lineup is the 4 Nations’ toughest and best job

“The Bar napkins took a beating,” Jon Cooper said. And that was just when he was fiddling with imaginary Canada roster ideas before the team was actually named.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Yardbarker / October 10

Lightning postpone home opener due to hurricane

Lightning postpone home opener as region recovers from Hurricane Milton

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced Thursday that they postponed their home opener against the Carolina Hurricanes at Amalie Arena on Saturday.

How Hurricane Milton is impacting Florida sports

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / June 25

Jon Cooper named head coach for Canada’s 2025 4 Nations Face-Off, 2026 Olympic teams

Hockey Canada announced Tuesday that Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper will coach the Canadian Men’s National Team at both the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off and the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Italy.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25