The Hockey Writers Nov 18, 2019
Lightning: Is It Time to Worry About Vasilevskiy?
Since taking over the Tampa Bay Lightning’s starting goaltender role after the 2017 Trade Deadline, Andrei Vasilevskiy has been nothing short of outstanding. In 2017-18, his first full season as a starter, he went 44-17-3, backstopping the Lightning to an Atlantic Division title. In 2018-19, he continued this success, going 39-10-4 while posting a .925 […] The post Lightning: Is It Time to Worry About Vasilevskiy? appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
Sportsnet.ca Nov 16, 2019
Stamkos scores his 400th goal but Jets top Lightning
Connor Hellebuyck made 31 saves and the Winnipeg Jets overcame Steven Stamkos’ 400th goal to beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3. The post NHL appeared first on Sportsnet.ca.
The Hockey Writers Nov 16, 2019
Hellebuyck Lifts Jets over Lightning; Stamkos Gets 400th Goal
TAMPA, Fla. — Connor Hellebuyck made 31 saves and the Winnipeg Jets overcame Steven Stamkos’ 400th goal to beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 Friday night. The 29-year-old Stamkos is the ninth active player and 98th overall to reach the milestone. Mathieu Perreault, Nikolaj Ehlers, Jack Roslovic and Kyle Connor scored for Winnipeg, which is […] The post Hellebuyck Lifts Jets over Lightning; Stamkos Gets 400th Goal appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
Sportsnet.ca Nov 16, 2019
Hellebuyck lifts Jets over Lightning; Stamkos gets 400th goal
Connor Hellebuyck made 31 saves and the Winnipeg Jets overcame Steven Stamkos’ 400th goal to beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 Friday night. The post NHL appeared first on Sportsnet.ca.
CBC News Nov 16, 2019
Stamkos scores 400th goal but Jets take the win over Lightning
Connor Hellebuyck made 31 saves and the Winnipeg Jets overcame Steven Stamkos' 400th goal to beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Saturday.
Winnipeg Sun Nov 15, 2019
Game Day: Jets at Lightning
Winnipeg Jets at Tampa Bay Lightning Saturday, 3 p.m., Amalie Arena; TV: TSN3; Radio: TSN 1290 THE BIG MATCHUP Morrissey, Pionk vs. Lightning forwards There isn’t a team that appears nearly as flawless up front as the Tampa Bay Lightning. Like, geez, their fourth line includes Pat Maroon, Cedric Paquette and Yanni Gourde, which is […]
The Hockey Writers Nov 15, 2019
Lightning: When Will the Fourth Line Find Stability?
Heading into the 2019-20 season, the Tampa Bay Lightning saw a fair amount of roster overhaul that reshaped the team that won 62 games in 2018-19. While star forwards like Steven Stamkos, Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov retained their top billing in the lineup, the Lightning’s fourth line saw massive changes. Whether it was due […] The post Lightning: When Will the Fourth Line Find Stability? appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
The Hockey Writers Nov 14, 2019
Kucherov, Stamkos Key Lightning’s 9-3 Rout over Rangers
TAMPA, Fla. — Nikita Kucherov had a goal and three assists, Steven Stamkos scored his 399th career goal and added two assists, and the Tampa Bay Lightning routed the New York Rangers 9-3 on Thursday night. Tampa Bay’s nine goals tied a team record. Five scores came on the power play, which also matched the […] The post Kucherov, Stamkos Key Lightning’s 9-3 Rout over Rangers appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
The Hockey Writers Nov 13, 2019
Are the Lightning Following the Trajectory of Cup-Winning Capitals?
Through 15 games this season, the Tampa Bay Lightning have been a league-average team in essentially every category. They’re currently sixth in the Atlantic Division with an 8-5-2 record (18 points) and they’re three points out of a wild card spot. It’s safe to say this is not where the club or their fans expected […] The post Are the Lightning Following the Trajectory of Cup-Winning Capitals? appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
The Hockey Writers Nov 13, 2019
Lightning Send a Signal From Sweden
Thirteen games into the 2019-20 season, things felt somewhat dire around the Tampa Bay Lightning. The team that dominated the 2018-19 regular season before flaming out in the playoffs still looked haunted by the ghosts of their early postseason exit. Sure, they found ways to win games, but the Lightning simply looked off on the […] The post Lightning Send a Signal From Sweden appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
The Hockey Writers Nov 11, 2019
Bolts Breakdown: Hedman Leads Lightning in Global Series Sweep
It took 13 games and almost 5,000 miles for the Tampa Bay Lightning to find their game. They won both Global Series games against the Buffalo Sabres and did so in fairly convincing fashion. Their 3-2 win on Friday was one of their most complete performances this season and they were able to overcome some […] The post Bolts Breakdown: Hedman Leads Lightning in Global Series Sweep appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
The Hockey Writers Nov 10, 2019
Palat Is One Lightning Bright Spot
It’s been a less than ideal start for the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2019-20. Many had them pegged as a Stanley Cup favorite, but they’ve been pedestrian at best thus far with an 8-5-2 record, 18 points and three points back of the second wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference. So far, they’ve had production […] The post Palat Is One Lightning Bright Spot appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
The Hockey Writers Nov 8, 2019
Kucherov Scores, Lightning Top Sabres 3-2 in Sweden
STOCKHOLM — Nikita Kucherov scored and Andrei Vasilevskiy made 20 saves to help the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 on Friday night in the first of their two regular-season games in the Swedish capital. The sold-out games at Ericsson Globe are part of the NHL Global Series. Alex Killorn and Yanni Gourde […] The post Kucherov Scores, Lightning Top Sabres 3-2 in Sweden appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
Last Word on Hockey Nov 8, 2019
NHL Predictions: November 8th – Including Tampa Bay Lightning vs Buffalo Sabres
Welcome back to NHL Game Day Predictions. Daily, the Last Word on Hockey team brings you a prediction and analysis of every game on the schedule. This will also feature a significant game on the schedule that is must-watch hockey. Today’s featured game is the Tampa Bay Lightning vs the Buffalo Sabres. NHL Predictions Including the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Buffalo Sabres Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Buffalo Sabres Head-to-Head: Tampa Bay 0-0 Buffalo The 2019 NHL Global Series has sent Buffalo and Tampa Bay overseas, to Stockholm, Sweden. This is a big game for several players, mostly on Buffalo’s...
The Hockey Writers Nov 6, 2019
Lightning Have Strong Swedish Connection
On Nov. 8 and 9, the Tampa Bay Lightning will play back-to-back games against the Buffalo Sabres in Stockholm, Sweden as a part of the 2019 NHL Global Series. This matchup between the Lightning and the Sabres will be a tantalizing one for the Swedish crowd, as both teams feature a star Swedish defensemen. For […] The post Lightning Have Strong Swedish Connection appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
