Lightning Captain & Alternate Captain Candidates for 2024-25
With the departure of Steven Stamkos, the Tampa Bay Lightning will have to name a new captain for the first time in over a decade. For reference, the last time…
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Flyers Sign Travis Konecny to 8-Year Extension
Philadelphia Flyers forward Travis Konecny is staying in Philly for the long haul. On Thursday, July 25, the Flyers and the 27-year-old forward agreed to an eight-year contract extension. The…
Lightning Should Bring Back Tyler Johnson
This offseason got off to a tough start for Tampa Bay Lightning fans as they watched the face of the franchise, Steven Stamkos, sign with the Nashville Predators and defenseman…
Get to Know Lightning Prospect Conor Geekie
The Tampa Bay Lightning’s next generation of talent is starting to take shape. While Michigan standout and first-round pick Isaac Howard has been the talk for a couple of years…
Lightning Trade Package That Could Land Them Ducks’ Frank Vatrano
The Tampa Bay Lightning have been active since the NHL Draft. Out with Steven Stamkos and Mikhail Sergachev, in with Jake Guentzel, Ryan McDonagh (again), Conor Geekie and Cam Atkinson.…
How Do NHL Teams Make Money?
The National Hockey League reached new heights in 2023-24, setting record highs for league revenues and attendance. But they’re still well behind the other three major North American sports leagues:…
Lightning Sign Victor Hedman to 4-Year Extension
One longtime Tampa Bay Lightning player will be sticking around as another has left. The Lightning inked defenseman Victor Hedman to a 4-year contract extension with an average annual value…
Lightning Acquire Jake Guentzel From Hurricanes
The Tampa Bay Lightning continue their latest run of roster moves by acquiring forward Jake Guentzel from the Carolina Hurricanes. The Lightning acquire Guentzel in exchange for a third-round pick.…
Lightning Trade Mikhail Sergachev to Utah
In the heat of draft season, the Tampa Bay Lightning and Utah Hockey Club worked out a stunning trade. The Lightning have traded defenseman Mikhail Sergachev to Utah in exchange…
Stamkos Likely to Test Free Agency, Update on Hedman Extension
All signs point to Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos testing the free agent market on July 1. Talks are ongoing between the two parties, but nothing has materialized. When…