Recap: Philadelphia vs. Tampa Bay Nov 3, 2009
Jeff Carter and Mike Richards both finished with two goals and an assist, propelling the Philadelphia Flyers to a 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Jeff Carter and Mike Richards both finished with two goals and an assist, propelling the Philadelphia Flyers to a 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Big game for Canes in Philly Oct 31, 2009
The Tampa Bay Lightning was after a first win of the season when the Canes came to town. So were the New York Islanders last week. (News & Observer -- Sports)
If transit strike happens, Phils are prepared Oct 31, 2009
Before Game 5 at 7:57 p.m. on Monday, the Flyers are scheduled to host the Tampa Bay Lightning in an NHL affair at the Wachovia Center. This event would also decrease the amount of parking available around Citizens Bank Park. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Stamkos, Lightning crush Senators Oct 30, 2009
(Sports Network) - Steven Stamkos scored twice and added an assist, as the Tampa Bay Lightning took a 5-2 win over the Ottawa Senators at St. Pete Times Forum. Ryan Malone had a goal and two assists, while Alex Tanguay had a goal and an assist for the Lightning, who have won two of three. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Wessbecker Signed By The ECHL's Trenton Devils Oct 29, 2009
Wessbecker was originally a 2005 NHL draft pick for the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Trenton Devils are the East Coast affiliate of the NHL's New Jersey Devils. (Umassathletics.com)
Team banned at rink for playing 'strip hockey' Oct 28, 2009
But an assistant told him the players were emulating a professional team, the Tampa Bay Lightning, whose members held a similar shootout last week where they discarded pieces of equipment after failing to score. Internet videos show a Lightning right winger, Martin St. Louis, stripping to his long, dark shorts and shirt; the Junior Steelheads apparently went further, with some disrobing down to their sports briefs. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lightning grant Ranger indefinite personal leave Oct 27, 2009
Tampa Bay Lightning allow D Paul Ranger indefinitely personal leave - ESPN. Updated: October 26, 2009, 8:23 PM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
Turning heads Oct 27, 2009
Colorado's Anderson gaining national, Olympic attention - USATODAY.com. Colorado's Anderson gaining national, Olympic attention. (USA Today -- Sports)
Lightning's Smith beats Sharks for first win since January Oct 23, 2009
Smith won for the first time in nine months, James Wright scored his first NHL goal and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the San Jose Sharks 5-2 on Thursday night. "He had a really good week of practice," Tampa Bay coach Rick Tocchet said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Another slow start proves costly for the Sharks Oct 23, 2009
Mike Smith won for the first time in nine months, James Wright scored his first NHL goal and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the San Jose Sharks 5-2 on Thursday night. Smith, who missed the final 32 games last season due to post concussion syndrome, made 32 saves to stop a personal six-game losing streak in his first victory since Jan. 27. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Puck naked: Lightning strip it off for team unity Oct 21, 2009
Puck naked: Tampa Bay Lightning strip it off for team unity - ESPN. Updated: October 21, 2009, 12:01 AM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
Gonchar helps Pens beat Lightning to move to 7-1 Oct 18, 2009
Defenseman Sergei Gonchar had a goal and an assist, goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury made 22 saves, and the team had 19 blocked shots in a 4-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night. Defenseman Jay McKee had seven of those blocks, raising his NHL-best total to 28. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Business of hockey: Issues to watch Oct 17, 2009
Tampa Bay Lightning owners Len Barrie and Oren Koules remain at odds; New York Islanders owner Charles Wang continues to battle for support for an arena renovation; Florida Panthers owner Alan Cohen is looking to sell the team after years of mounting losses; Dallas Stars owner Tom Hicks has lenders breathing down his neck; Atlanta Thrashers ownership group the Atlanta Spirit is seeking outside investors; and an ownership piece of the Nashville Predators remains tied up in bankruptcy court. How... (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Penguins adjusting to life at home Oct 17, 2009
Game: Penguins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning, 7:30 p.m.. Where: Mellon Arena. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jovanovski lifts Coyotes past Blues Oct 16, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Oct 16, 2009 12:47 AMModified Fri, Oct 16, 2009 12:52 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Michalek scores 3 goals, Sens rout Lightning 7-1 Oct 16, 2009
(AP) OTTAWA (AP) - Milan Michalek had his first three-goal game in the NHL, scoring twice short-handed and once on a power play in the Ottawa Senators' 7-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night. Michalek, acquired at the start of training camp from San Jose in the Dany Heatley trade, shoveled a rebound past Mike Smith with Tampa Bay on the power play in the first period. (CBS News)
Recap: Phoenix vs. St. Louis Oct 16, 2009
The Tampa Bay Lightning will aim for a third straight victory when they visit the Ottawa Senators tonight at Scotiabank Place. The Washington Capitals will try to end a four-game slide when they welcome the San Jose Sharks in tonight's interconference showdown at the Verizon Center. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kopecky helps Blackhawks slip past Predators Oct 16, 2009
Final Score: Ottawa 7, Tampa Bay 1 Ottawa, ON (Sports Network) - Milan Michalek recorded the first hat trick of his career, as the Ottawa Senators handled the Tampa Bay Lightning, 7-1, at Scotiabank Place. Alex Kovalev, Alexandre Picard, and Nick Foligno each scored a goal for the Senators, who finished a four-game homestand with a 3-1-0 mark. (ABC 7 News, DC)
A point well-earned Oct 15, 2009
The Hurricanes (2-3-1) have a shootout win this season over the Tampa Bay Lightning and ripped the Florida Panthers 7-2 last week. But this was against the Penguins, the powerful, highly skilled team that swept the Canes out of the playoffs last season in the Eastern Conference finals. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Injuries' effects linger Oct 13, 2009
Martin Gerber, hip, 2005-06: After he was a late scratch from Carolina's final exhibition with a sore back, Gerber pulled himself from the Hurricanes' opening loss at the Tampa Bay Lightning after two periods, turning the net over to Cam Ward for their home opener and the next four games. 2. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sabres' Miller gains recognition for masterful start in net Oct 13, 2009
By Gary Wiepert, Reuters. Ryan Miller, who has a 0. (USA Today -- Sports)
Kovalchuk starting off strong Oct 13, 2009
Gregory Smith, AP Thrashers left wing Ilya Kovalchuk celebrates a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday. Related. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tampa-St. Pete finishes among top 15 best sports markets Oct 10, 2009
The Tampa Bay Lightning may have had a down year, and the may have missed the playoffs, but the World Series appearance by the helped propel the Tampa-St. Petersburg market into the 15th best sports market in the nation. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Being a visitor different for Seidenberg Oct 10, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Oct 09, 2009 09:40 PMModified Fri, Oct 09, 2009 09:42 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Seidenberg returns 'home' Oct 10, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sat, Oct 10, 2009 02:00 AMModified Sat, Oct 10, 2009 12:20 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Canes' short-handed duo Oct 9, 2009
RALEIGH -- Carolina Hurricanes center Matt Cullen and forward Chad LaRose didn't start the season on the same line, but when coaches reunited them in Tuesday's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, they quickly found the spark they developed last season ... Carolina Hurricanes center Matt Cullen and forward Chad LaRose didn't start the season on the same line, but when coaches reunited them in Tuesday's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, they quickly found the spark they developed last... (News & Observer -- Sports)
GAME REPORT:Devils 4, Lightning 3 Oct 9, 2009
Thursday, October 8, 2009 New Jersey Devils - Tampa Bay Lightning Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com ... Tampa, FL (Sports Network) - Travis Zajac tied the contest with less than a second left in regulation, and Zach Parise scored the game-winner in the shootout as the New Jersey Devils continued their recent dominance over the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 4-3 victory at St. Pete Times Forum. (USA Today -- Sports)
Drivers rely on synergy Oct 9, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Oct 09, 2009 02:00 AMModified Thu, Oct 08, 2009 11:06 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hurricanes stare down expectations Oct 8, 2009
So Tuesday's gritty 2-1 shootout win over the Tampa Bay Lightning ought to calm some nerves and forestall any riots in the streets around the RBC Center ... The Hurricanes edged the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 Tuesday at the RBC Center, easing some of the tension and uneasiness caused by back-to-back losses to start the season and the loss of power forward Erik Cole to injury. (News & Observer -- Sports)
National Hockey League Game Capsules Oct 7, 2009
Raleigh, NC (Sports Network) - Sergei Samsonov was credited with the game- winner in the shootout to lift the Carolina Hurricanes to a 2-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning at RBC Center. Jussi Jokinen scored in regulation for Carolina, which captured its first victory of 2009-10 after it lost the first two games of the season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Thrashers Win Season Opener Oct 4, 2009
Rich Peverley and Ilya Kovalchuk each scored two goals, Ondrej Pavelec stopped 36 shots and the Atlanta Thrashers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3 on Saturday night in the season opener for both teams. Anssi Salmela and Zach Bogosian also scored for Atlanta. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Good start to Thrashers tenth season Oct 4, 2009
And now, ten years and one day after that initial opening night against the Devils, the Thrashers kicked-off season number ten with a thrilling 6-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in front of an electrified crowd announced at 18,545. The game played out much like last years opener when they got off to a 4-0 leadsaw the caps come back to tiethen pulled away in the third. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Eleven Spartans on Opening-Day NHL Rosters Oct 3, 2009
Detroit Red Wings , Florida Panthers Rod Brind'Amour, Carolina Hurricanes , Edmonton Oilers , Chicago Blackhawks , Buffalo Sabres , Colorado Avalanche , Tampa Bay Lightning , Buffalo Sabres , Atlanta Thrashers , St. Louis Blues. and the Avs were on the opening-night docket, and posted a 5-2 victory over San Jose. (Msuspartans.com)
The NHL's Icy Start Oct 2, 2009
The Tampa Bay Lightning are also going through owner's box shifts, as co-owner Oren Koules takes on billionaire Miami real estate investor Jeff Greene as a partner to fend off takeover plays for the team. Despite all of the NHL's success over the past five years, none of these benchmarks will matter if the league cannot maintain labor peace. (BusinessWeek)
NHL returns, if you can find it on your TV Oct 1, 2009
Will the Tampa Bay Lightning be better ... The Tampa Bay Lightning. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
NHL preview: Eastern Conference Sep 30, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images Flyers defenseman Chris Pronger and goaltender Ray Emery. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
South Carolina upsets No. 4 Mississippi and star quarterback Jevan Snead 16-10 Sep 25, 2009
WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) Martin St. Louis scored his second goal of the game on a power play with 7 seconds left in overtime to give the Tampa Bay Lightning a 4-3 exhibition victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. DALLAS (AP) Loui Eriksson had two goals and an assist, linemate James Neal added a goal and an assist, and the Dallas Stars beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-2 on Thursday night in exhibition play. (FOX61, CT)
St. Louis scores in OT, Lightning beat Oilers 4-3 in Winnipeg Sep 25, 2009
Edmonton Oilers' Ladislav Smid, right, takes out Tampa Bay Lightning's James Wright during the first period of a preseason NHL hockey game in Winnipeg, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009 ... WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) Martin St. Louis scored his second goal of the game on a power play with 7 seconds left in overtime to give the Tampa Bay Lightning a 4-3 exhibition victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. (FOX61, CT)
Coyotes win in shootout Sep 24, 2009
- Peter Mueller skated up close to beat goalie Antero Nittymaki with the decisive shootout goal, lifting the Coyotes to a 4-3 exhibition victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday night. The teams forged their second tie within a 34-second span in the opening minutes of the third period. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Thrashers lose preseason opener Sep 19, 2009
1 seconds left in overtime, lifting the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 2-1 preseason victory over the Atlanta Thrashers on Friday night. The Lightning failed to capitalize on a two-man advantage in the extra session, but center Vincent Lecavalier picked up a loose puck moments later and moved in unopposed on goalie Ondrej Pavelec and set up a backhander by St. Louis. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Coyotes prospect eyes NHL Sep 15, 2009
7:30 p.m. - Game vs Tampa Bay Lightning - Comcast Arena at Everett ... 6 p.m. - Game at Tampa Bay Lightning - Budweiser Events Center. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Coyotes camp opens amid chaos Sep 13, 2009
" Tanguay signed a one-year, $2.5 million contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Coyotes General Manager Don Maloney has had to work within a budget for the past three months. He said he offered Tanguay the same amount early in free agency - but at that time Tanguay was seeking almost double that. He later changed agents, and his value in the marketplace changed. He missed 32 games with Montreal last season due to a separated shoulder. Defenseman Ed Jovanovski said the ownership fight is... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Lightning open camp with Smith looking to rebound Sep 13, 2009
(AP) -The Tampa Bay Lightning are looking to stop a free fall that started after winning the 2004 Stanley Cup. The play of goalie Mike Smith will likely be a key factor. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Washington Post marketing executive resigns Sep 12, 2009
The Tampa Bay Lightning have re-signed right wing Martins Karsums to a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
ELIOT:Max Talbot stands as a great lesson to young players. Sep 10, 2009
I sat in on a presentation this past weekend in Nashville by Tampa Bay Lightning Assistant General Manager Claude Loiselle that was very interesting. He was part of a program that addresses the entire Thunder Hockey AAA organization: coaches, parents and players aged 11-18 on teams comprised of some of the best youth in the southeast region. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Tanguay signs with Lightning Sep 2, 2009
(AP) -Free agent left wing Alex Tanguay has signed a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The veteran of 00004000 659 NHL games with Colorado, Calgary and Montreal finalized the deal after passing a physical Tuesday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Source: Tanguay agrees to deal with Lightning Aug 31, 2009
Source: Alex Tanguay agrees to deal with Tampa Bay Lightning - ESPN. Updated: August 30, 2009, 5:02 PM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
Lightning agree to contract with Tanguay Aug 31, 2009
Alex Tanguay's deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning is a go, pending only completion of a physical that will take place Monday or Tuesday. The deal brings to the Lightning the best remaining offensive player in the free-agent market. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Lightning re-sign D Lashoff to two-year contract Aug 29, 2009
Tampa Bay Lightning re-signMatt Lashoff to 2-year contract - NHL - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Opinion: Should Canada turn to Brodeur or Luongo? Aug 27, 2009
The case for Luongo: When he's on his game, there's not a better goalie in the NHL. "That's the one player I would have seriously moved Vincent Lecavalier to pick him up," said former Tampa Bay Lightning G.M. Jay Feaster. "He's such a difference-maker. By himself, he wins games for you.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
McLaughlin Middle honored in Governors Fitness Challenge Aug 23, 2009
The Governor was joined for the presentation by council members, including chairman Derrick Brooks, All Pro Linebacker and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers captain; Olympic gold medalists Shannon Miller (gymnast), Jennifer Capriati (tennis), and Dr. Dot Richardson (softball); and Dave Andreychuk, captain of the 2004 Stanley Cup winning Tampa Bay Lightning hockey team. Governor s Fitness. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Players must pay price at Minnesota Hockey Camps Aug 22, 2009
Former St. Cloud State hockey standout and current Tampa Bay Lightning wing Ryan Malone had that concept ingrained into him as a teenager. "My dad always told me sacrifice is the biggest thing," Malone said while participating in Minnesota Hockey Camps. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
They Skate, They Sign, They Score! Aug 21, 2009
Abdelkader began "Shoot for a Cure" in January of 2008 as an offshoot of the Spartan Buddies program, started by East Lansing native and (and recent addition to the Tampa Bay Lightning) , Spartan Buddies brought MSU athletes to the pediatric ward at Sparrow Hospital, playing games and signing autographs for seriously and critically ill children. As Abdelkader and several of his teammates developed friendships with several children battling cancer and their families, the then-junior wanted to do... (Msuspartans.com)
Hockey camps in 30th year of training players of all ages Aug 21, 2009
Ryan Malone of the Tampa Bay Lightning talked about his many years of attending Minnesota Hockey Camps ... MHC and Dean Grillo have played host to Olympic hopefuls from Norway, Russia, Sweden and Canada, along with NHL players like Ryan Malone of the Tampa Bay Lightning, Scott Hartnell of the Philadelphia Flyers and T.J. Oshie of the St. Louis Blues. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Opinion: Sharks need more bite from new captain Aug 20, 2009
Those traits emerged after he was acquired from the Tampa Bay Lightning, for whom he was a key part of winning the Stanley Cup in 2004. Don't dismiss the use of a rotating captaincy, which the Sharks used before naming Marleau full time. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rangers sign forward Prospal Aug 18, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) -The Rangers have signed free agent Vinny Prospal, reuniting the former Tampa Bay Lightning forward with coach John Tortorella. General manager Glen Sather says the Rangers can use the 6-foot-2, 198-pound Czech star on the wing or at center. (MSNBC -- Sports)
What Would Kovy Do? Well, What Would YOU Do? Aug 15, 2009
I guess the Tampa Bay Lightning informed their fans that Evgeny Artyukin had been traded to the Anaheim Duck via twitter. What do Marty Turco, Evgeni Nabokov, Chris Osgood, Ray Emery, Martin Brodeur and Cristobal Huet all have in common. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Report: Lightning co-owner meets $3M deadline Aug 3, 2009
Report: Tampa Bay Lightning co-owner meets deadline for $3 million repayment of loan - ESPN. Updated: August 2, 2009, 10:28 AM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
Swedes say draft success no fluke Aug 1, 2009
Jamie Squire / Getty ImagesSwedish defenseman Victor Hedman was taken No. 2 overall by the Tampa Bay Lightning in June's NHL Entry Draft. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Lightning lessen cap hit by buying out Prospal Jul 29, 2009
Tampa Bay Lightning lessen cap hit by buying out Vaclav Prospal - ESPN. Updated: July 28, 2009, 3:25 PM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
Summer Skate Jul 28, 2009
Washington Capitals may have net gain, but lose production at forward - ESPN. Originally Published: July 27, 2009. (ESPN -- NHL)
Insider: Atlanta has sidekick for Kovalchuk Jul 27, 2009
Atlanta Thrashers need someone to step up, help Ilya Kovalchuk - ESPN. Originally Published: July 26, 2009. (ESPN -- NHL)
Insider: Panthers star may have peaked Jul 26, 2009
The Florida Panthers need young talent to step up - ESPN. Originally Published: July 25, 2009. (ESPN -- NHL)
Transactions Jul 23, 2009
TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING Acquired LW Todd Fedoruk and D David Hale from Phoenix for RW Radim Vrbata. OLYMPICS. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Blue Jays set deadline for Halladay deal Jul 22, 2009
The Tampa Bay Lightning traded right wing Radim Vrbata to the Phoenix Coyotes for left wing Todd Fedoruk and defenseman David Hale. The Montreal Canadiens avoided salary arbitration with center Tomas Plekanec, signing him to a one-year contract worth $2. (Boston Globe)
