Welcome to what we expect to be a reoccurring series as the 2025-26 NHL season rolls on throughout the year. With free agency settling down to roster-filling roles, and the Tampa Bay Lightning seemingly set at this point, we take our first shot at what the Opening Night roster might look like. The first thing we notice is that it bears a striking resemblance to the … [Read more...] about Roster Breakdown: A first look at the 2025-26 Lightning roster
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Tampa Bay Lightning Sign Swedish Forward
The Tampa Bay Lightning have re-signed 26-year-old Pontus Holmberg to a contract extension on [day of week]. Holmberg was signed to a [term]-year deal at [AAV] AAV. Lightning Sign Holmberg We’ve signed Pontus Holmberg to a two-year contract worth an AAV of $1.55M. ?: https://t.co/Dl5AsZ7VGt pic.twitter.com/s5xcIDqt4B — Tampa Bay Lightning (@TBLightning) July 1, 2025 The … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Lightning Sign Swedish Forward
Oilers Would Be Smart to Target Lightning’s Isaac Howard
There has been a lot of speculation connecting the Edmonton Oilers to Tampa Bay Lightning prospect Isaac Howard, so let’s talk about it. Update on Isaac Howard. The Oilers &… … [Read more...] about Oilers Would Be Smart to Target Lightning’s Isaac Howard
Jonathan Toews is grateful and excited to play again after signing with his hometown Winnipeg Jets
The three-time Stanley Cup champion was introduced Friday as the newest member of the Jets. … [Read more...] about Jonathan Toews is grateful and excited to play again after signing with his hometown Winnipeg Jets
Nikolaj Ehlers Expected To Sign Today
July 2: Ehlers’ stay on the open market isn’t expected to last more than a few more hours. He’s down to a few teams and will make his decision at some point Wednesday, Chris Johnston of TSN and The Athletic says. July 1: Entering today, the top free agent on the board was now-former Jets winger Nikolaj Ehlers. He’s due for a big payday after teams looking to land an impact … [Read more...] about Nikolaj Ehlers Expected To Sign Today