On Saturday, the Tampa Bay Lightning made it official as Coach Jon Cooper confirmed that Oliver Bjorkstrand will miss their opening series against the Florida Panthers. The 30-year-old forward has been out since April 11, and was originally ruled out “week-to-week” so it’s not a total shock that he won’t be back. Still, it’s a bit of a blow to the Lightning’s offense as they … [Read more...] about What are the Lightning going to miss with Oliver Bjorkstrand not available in Round 1
Taking a look at the Tampa Bay Lightning’s first-round schedule
The NHL released the full schedule for the opening round of the 2025 NHL playoffs on Thursday. Things kick off on Saturday with a couple of Western Conference games as the St. Louis Blues take on the Winnipeg Jets at 6:00 PM EST. That game is followed by the Dallas Stars hosting the Colorado Avalanche in the Mikko Rantanen Bowl at 8:30 PM EST. Unfortunately, Lighting fans are … [Read more...] about Taking a look at the Tampa Bay Lightning’s first-round schedule
Panthers at Lightning Preview: Finding something to play for
Game Eighty-one: Florida Panthers (47-30-4) at Tampa Bay Lightning (46-26-8) Time: 7:30 PM EST Location: Amalie Arena, Tampa TV/Stream/Radio: ESPN, SCRIPPS, 102.5 FM, Lightning App Odds: Lightning -180 Know the Opponents: If you were to look at this game based on the schedule and the potential playoff seedings, you might think that this would be a heck of a… Source … [Read more...] about Panthers at Lightning Preview: Finding something to play for
Isaac Howard wins Hobey Baker Award
For the first time in their franchise history, the Tampa Bay Lightning have the top collegiate player in their system. On Friday, Isaac Howard was awarded the Hobey Baker trophy, given annually to the collegiate player that “demonstrates exceptional hockey skills, leadership, character, sportsmanship, and scholastic achievement”. Ryan Leonard (Boston College, Washington … [Read more...] about Isaac Howard wins Hobey Baker Award
Maple Leafs at Lightning Preview: A little postseason preview?
Game Seventy-eight: Toronto Maple Leafs (47-25-4) at Tampa Bay Lightning (45-26-6) Time: 7:00 PM EST Location: Amalie Arena TV/Stream/Radio: FDSNSUN, SN, ESPN+, 102.5 FM, Lightning App Odds: Lightning Know the Opponents: Pension Plan Puppets While the Atlantic Division is still yet to be decided (welcome to the playoffs Ottawa) the logistics required to… Source … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs at Lightning Preview: A little postseason preview?