Central’s Kelly fills in with Lightning
It was mainly the same drills, but it was far from just another practice for Hunter Kelly.
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Shoulder rehab may affect Lecavalier’s Lightning preseason
Vinny Lecavalier still believes he will be ready for the regular-season opener Oct.
Kuba Didn’t Fight Trade
Two weeks ago, Filip Kuba finalized his plans to attend Lightning training camp.
Singers have a Lightning goal
Rick Faurote, 48, walks offstage at the Music Showcase in Brandon last week after auditioning for a chance to sing the national anthem before thousands of people at the St.
Lightning invests heavily in players
The debate was whether the $194.32-million the Lightning spent in the summer on one-way contracts is as jaw-dropping as it seems.
Kuba says trade a shock
Filip Kuba’s trip from his home in the Czech Republic to Tampa next week will be nothing more than a detour.
As season nears, Lightning’s Lecavalier on mend
Vincent Lecavalier said Wednesday that his surgically repaired right shoulder is feeling well enough that he expects to be ready for the Tampa Bay Lightning’s season opener against the New York Rangers in the …
Senators trade defenceman Meszaros to Lightning for defencemen, pick
Tired of stalled negotiations with restricted free-agent defenceman Andrej Meszaros , the Ottawa Senators sent him packing for the Sunshine State.
Another fine Mesz
Senators GM Bryan Murray responded to Andrej Meszaros’ claims that he wanted to remain in Ottawa.
Inside The Penalty Box: Meszaros Becomes Another Addition In Tampa Bay
Inside The Penalty Box 09.02.08: Meszaros Becomes Another Addition In Tampa Bay Posted by Neil Borenstein on 09.02.2008 The Tampa Bay Lightning organization has gone through major reconstruction this summer, …
Lecavalier reiterates: I want to stay in Tampa
At this point, it can’t be much more definitive that the Lightning and superstar Vinny Lecavalier will try to work out some sort of long-term deal, perhaps one that will keep him with Tampa Bay for the rest of …
Future belongs to the Red Wings
The Pittsburgh Penguins are younger than the Detroit Red Wings. The Penguins also have better pedigrees with five players being topfive draft picks.
Torts angling for NHL job
John Tortorella doesn’t usually pull any punches. But the fired Lightning coach didn’t give any straight answers yesterday when it came to discussing the various NHL job openings in Ottawa, Toronto, San Jose, …
Halpern surgery deeemed a success by Lightning
Center Jeff Halpern underwent what the Lightning deemed “successful” surgery yesterday to repair a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, a partial rupture of the medial collateral ligament and a small tear to …
Tortorella likely to work again soon
John Tortorella won’t be pleading with NHL teams to land a new job after being fired as the Tampa Bay Lightning head coach on Tuesday.
Tortorella out in Tampa
The Tampa Bay Lightning have fired head coach John Tortorella. Tortorella, who had one year remaining on his contract, led the Lightning to a Stanley Cup championship after the 2003-04 season, but the club was …
Career decisions for Lecavalier
Had an interesting talk with Kent Hughes, the agent for Lightning star Vinny Lecavalier.
Report: Melrose To Replace Tortorella As Bolts Coach
Barry Melrose, an ESPN hockey analyst who last coached in the NHL year 13 years ago, is expected to replace Lightning coach John Tortorella, according to Damien Cox of the Toronto Star.
Duhatschek: What’s happening with the Tampa Bay Lightning?
Partly, it’s a meet-and-greet for the press; partly it’s to give the players a chance to see what a Stanley Cup final looks like from the inside and meet some of the players on the participating teams.
Crosby offers friendly advice to Stamkos as prospects mingle at Cup final
Steven Stamkos was all ears Monday when a certain Pittsburgh Penguins superstar offered some friendly advice to the top-rated prospect in next month’s NHL entry draft.
Stanley Cup Blog Detroit vs. Pittsburgh
Posted in 2008 Stanley Cup Playoffs Blog Posted on May 23, 2008 04:05 PM One of the lowest points in NHL history, from the perspective of the suits in the league offices, came four years ago in a makeshift …
Lecavalier, Linden honoured
The National Hockey League Foundation today announced that Tampa Bay Lightning center Vincent Lecavalier and Vancouver Canucks center Trevor Linden are co-recipients of the 10th annual NHL Foundation Player …
Best and Worst
Every season has its ups and downs, and this Stars season was no different. The top 5 best and worst moments of 2007-08: Best 1. New GM .
Lightning hope to halt skid at three, battle Maple Leafs
A woman says her car was damaged by a man’s daughter; a restaurant owner and a waiter dispute the establishment’s start-up costs. via CW 15
Lightning recalls Ramo
Fans who have been waiting for the team to bring up goalie Karri Ramo got their wish today, as the Lightning recalled Ramo and defenseman Jay Leach from Norfolk. via St. Petersburg Times
Thrashers victory over Lightning
Garnet Exelby, Mark Recchi and Slava Kozlov each scored first-period goals and the Atlanta Thrashers went on to a 6-2 win Tuesday night over the Tampa Bay Lightning, ending their four-game losing streak. via Slam Sports
Karlsson gets his chance
Andreas Karlsson has spent the better part of his two seasons with Tampa Bay as a third- or fourth-line center. via St. Petersburg Times
Jarome Iginla named NHL’s 1st star
Calgary Flames captain Jarome Iginla was named the NHL’s first star of the week on Monday. via CBC
News/Views:Business looking good … for players, owners
“If you’re an offensive-minded coach, you love it” News & Views: Business looking good … for players, owners Even though his Calgary Flames outgunned the Tampa Bay Lightning 9-6 on Thursday, coach Mike Keenan shuddered about the defense played by both sides … via NFL Football News
Coaches cold on high scoring
“There are nights like this, hopefully not too many.” NHL coaches are just so predictable. Or they just don’t get it. Or maybe it’s a combination of both. via The Globe and Mail