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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 9
Islanders to interview Lightning exec for GM vacancy
The Islanders have received permission to interview Lightning assistant general manager Mathieu Darche to fill their GM vacancy, Stefen Rosner of The Hockey News and NHL.com reports.
Jonas Johansson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7
Lightning Sign Jonas Johansson To Two-Year Extension
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed depth goaltender Jonas Johansson to a two-year, $2.5MM contract extension. Johansson was set to be an unrestricted free agent this summer.
Jonas Johansson News / Daily Faceoff / May 7
Lightning sign Jonas Johansson to two-year extension
The Tampa Bay Lightning have extended backup netminder Jonas Johansson to a two-year, $2.5 million contract extension. According to the contract details, Johansson will be paid $1,250,000 AAV.
The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz
How many NHL players who have scored 60 goals in a season can you name in five minutes?
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / May 6
Lightning sign Charle-Edouard D’Astous to one-year contract
The Tampa Bay Lightning have announced that the club has signed defenseman Charle-Edouard D’Astous to a one-year, two-way contract set to begin in the upcoming 2025-26 season.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / May 6
Previewing the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 2025 Offseason
With the Tampa Bay Lightning‘s 2024-25 season coming to a close, the front office prepares for another summer of critical drafting, signing, and trading that can shape the organization for seasons to come.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / May 5
NHL Rumours: Future of Tampa Bay Lightning Coach
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re now into the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, teams that got eliminated in the opening round are having to sort things out.
Isaac Howard News / The Hockey Writers / May 5
Red Wings Should Pursue Tampa Bay Lightning’s Isaac Howard
After the Tampa Bay Lightning’s season came to a close, the biggest piece of news wasn’t about failure to meet expectations or really anything to do with the people that contributed to this season’s team.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL Rumors / May 5
Lightning GM Julien BriseBois, Jon Cooper address coach's contract situation
Eduardo A. Encina: Tampa Bay Lightning GM Julien BriseBois, when asked if head coach Jon Cooper’s contract goes beyond next season, BriseBois would get into the details: “I understand that a question that’s relevant for our fans, it’s relevant for our players, relevant to our organization.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
BriseBois Speaks About UFAs and Howard & More NHL News and Rumours
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois spoke to the media and gave an update on some pending free agents, Isaac Howard, and more.
Jake Guentzel News / Daily Faceoff / May 3
Jake Guentzel was a playoff standout for the Lightning
There have been a number of players who have been fun to watch so far in the 2024-25 Stanley Cup Playoffs. On Daily Faceoff Live, Frank Seravalli explains why Jake Guentzel was a playoff standout for the Tampa Bay Lightning during their first-round matchup against reigning Stanley Cup champions the Florida Panthers.
Oliver Bjorkstrand News / House of Hockey / May 3
Lightning's Oliver Bjorkstrand Narrowly Avoids Career-Ending Injury Thanks to Emergency Overnight Surgery
Oliver Bjorkstrand missed the post-season for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and now it's been revealed that he almost suffered a career-ending injury. The Tampa
Ethan Hay News / The Hockey Writers / May 3
Miami RedHawks Land OHL Veteran Ethan Hay
Early on Friday, Ethan Hay officially committed to the Miami RedHawks per his Instagram page, continuing a busy offseason of roster changes ahead of the 2025-26 season.
Andrei Vasilevskiy News / Blade of Steel / May 3
Andrei Vasilevskiy Apologizes to Fans in Bold Statement After Losing in Round 1
The Tampa Bay Lightning have lost in the first round of the playoffs for three straight years, and now goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has apologized to the fans.
Isaac Howard News / The Hockey Writers / May 3
Lightning Trading Isaac Howard Would Be the Best Option
It’s looking abundantly clear that Isaac Howard will not be suiting up for the Tampa Bay Lightning. The team’s general manager Julien BriseBois confirmed it during the exit interviews.
Anthony Cirelli News / The Hockey Writers / May 2
Lightning’s Anthony Cirelli Named Finalist for Selke Trophy
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Anthony Cirelli has been named a finalist for the Frank J. Selke Trophy, awarded annually “to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game.” Along with Cirelli, Sam Reinhart and Aleksander Barkov, both from the Florida Panthers, have been named finalists.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 2
Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Maple Leafs slay their demons to advance
The Stanley Cup playoffs featured four Game 6's on Thursday and three series wins. Here are some key takeaways from the night's action.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 2
Lady Byng Trophy finalists revealed
Now that award season is approaching, the NHL has announced the three finalists for the Lady Byng Trophy.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 2
Lightning trade-deadline acquisition developed painful condition in April
The Lightning played their short-lived 2025 playoff schedule against the Panthers with an extremely banged-up roster (more on that later). One player who wasn’t available at all during the series was trade deadline acquisition Oliver Bjorkstrand.
Jon Cooper News / Daily Faceoff / May 2
Lightning’s Jon Cooper to return for 2025-26
Jon Cooper is sticking around Tampa Bay. Following the Tampa Bay’s exit from the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs earlier this week, the Lightning held a media availability Friday.
Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / May 1
Lightning Superstar Can't Shake Postseason Demons
The Florida Panthers ousted the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in five games. It was a disappointing end to the Lightning's season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
Panthers continue to dominate Battle of Florida
The Battle of Florida now feels like a one-sided rivalry.
Eetu Luostarinen News / Field Level Media / May 1
Eetu Luostarinen's historic night leads Panthers to series win over Lightning
Florida's Eetu Luostarinen had a career night with a goal and three assists as the visiting Panthers closed out their first-round Eastern Conference playoff matchup Wednesday night, beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3 in Game 5 of their best-of-seven series.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 29
Reaction across NHL over Aaron Ekblad’s retaliatory hit on Brandon Hagel
The Florida Panthers’ Game 4 victory has been overshadowed by a controversial hit from defenseman Aaron Ekblad on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel.
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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