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Penguins’ Erik Karlsson keeps it simple on what went wrong in Lightning loss

Apr 3, 2026 @ 12:29am

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The Pittsburgh Penguins had a two-game winning streak going before getting tripped up on Thursday night by the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa. The Lightning struck first with a goal by forward Anthony Cirelli in the opening period before the Penguins responded with back-to-back goals by forwards Rickard Rakell and Egor […] The post Penguins’ Erik Karlsson keeps it simple on what went wrong in Lightning loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lightning’s Victor Hedman placed on LTIR after personal leave

Apr 2, 2026 @ 8:16pm

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The Tampa Bay Lightning have high hopes of a dominant run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs this seasons and bringing home another Stanley Cup title. They have demonstrated their high level of play this season when they went on a 19-1-1 streak earlier in the year, and there’s little doubt that the Lightning can play […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman placed on LTIR after personal leave appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Hurricanes’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

Apr 2, 2026 @ 6:08pm

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The Carolina Hurricanes are as consistent as a metronome — at least as far as the regular season is concerned. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour has a team that brings it on a regular basis from October through the early part of April. The Hurricanes play with speed, precision and just enough snarl to have their […] The post Hurricanes’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lightning’s Brandon Hagel doubtful for Penguins game with undisclosed injury

Apr 1, 2026 @ 8:51pm

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The Tampa Bay Lightning might still be in the thick of playoff positioning in the Atlantic Division, but their priority is making sure their best players are 100% healthy. Brandon Hagel played the full game in Tuesday night’s loss to the Montreal Canadiens, but he is doubtful for the Lightning’s game on Thursday against the Pittsburgh […] The post Lightning’s Brandon Hagel doubtful for Penguins game with undisclosed injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Senators’ Brady Tkachuk Makes Feelings Clear After Getting ‘B**ch-Slapped’ by TB Lightning’s Yanni Gourde

Apr 1, 2026 @ 11:34am

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Brady Tkachuk reacts to the viral on-ice slap he took from Yanni Gourde, explaining what really happened during the Senators vs. TB Lightning clash.

Lightning’s nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

Mar 31, 2026 @ 11:14pm

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The Tampa Bay Lightning may not be playing their best hockey as the regular season comes to a close, but there’s no reason that head coach Jon Cooper’s team won’t feel quite a bit of confidence once the playoffs get underway. The Lightning combine explosive offensive skills with Nikita Kucherov at the top of the […] The post Lightning’s nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

ClutchPoints’ NHL Power Rankings, Week 23: Maple Leafs, Golden Knights going through changes

Mar 31, 2026 @ 2:29pm

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All the way back in 2000, the playoff-bound New Jersey Devils fired head coach Larry Robinson 74 games into the season, replaced him with Robbie Ftorek, and went on to win the Stanley Cup. A full 26 years later, the Vegas Golden Knights are hoping to follow a similar blueprint after shockingly replacing Bruce Cassidy […] The post ClutchPoints’ NHL Power Rankings, Week 23: Maple Leafs, Golden Knights going through changes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Penguins’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

Mar 30, 2026 @ 5:19pm

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The Pittsburgh Penguins have exceeded expectations throughout the regular season. While many of the league’s top insiders thought the Penguins would find themselves near the bottom of the NHL’s Metropolitan Division this season, they have been inside the playoff structure throughout all year. Much of that is due to the hot start the team had […] The post Penguins’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NHL World Reacts as Senators’ Linus Ullmark Sits Out Primetime Showdown Vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

Mar 29, 2026 @ 12:56pm

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Linus Ullmark resting during the Ottawa Senators' crucial matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning sparks a wave of debate.

Ottawa Senators’ Brady Tkachuk Gets Disciplined on National TV as TB Lightning Forward Lands a Clean Slap

Mar 29, 2026 @ 10:01am

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Yanni Gourde slaps Brady Tkachuk in a heated moment as TB Lightning stage a comeback, handing the Senators a tough loss in the Wild Card race.

Blue Jackets’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

Mar 29, 2026 @ 8:47am

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The Columbus Blue Jackets are fighting for their lives and a spot in this season’s Stanley Cup Playoffs. After a miserable start to the season, they fired hard-nosed head coach Dean Evason and brought in veteran coach Rick Bowness and the results were immediate. The Blue Jackets (38-24-11, 87 points) surged and steadily climbed up […] The post Blue Jackets’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Canadiens Give Lesson Maple Leafs Should Learn

Mar 27, 2026 @ 9:36am

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The Montreal Canadiens showed other teams how to support one another, a lesson that the Toronto Maple Leafs should learn. The post Canadiens Give Lesson Maple Leafs Should Learn appeared first on Heavy Sports.

NHL analyst states Canadiens' exit inevitable against potential first round playoff matchup against Tampa Bay – Sportskeeda

Mar 27, 2026 @ 1:02am

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NHL analyst states Canadiens' exit inevitable against potential first round playoff matchup against Tampa Bay Sportskeeda

Avalanche’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

Mar 26, 2026 @ 4:00pm

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There aren’t many surprises when it comes to the path that the Colorado Avalanche are going to take in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It would take a monumental collapse to relinquish the President’s Trophy, which gives them home ice throughout the playoffs. Their opponent in the first round is more up in the air, but […] The post Avalanche’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tampa Bay Lightning announces captain Victor Hedman will be absent indefinitely over mystery ‘personal reasons’

Mar 26, 2026 @ 11:40am

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TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING captain Victor Hedman will be absent indefinitely from all NHL action due to ‘personal reasons’. The legendary Swedish defenseman is in the 17th NHL season of his…

Lightning’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

Mar 25, 2026 @ 11:37pm

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The Tampa Bay Lightning have shown signs throughout the season that they have been the best team in the NHL. While they had some problems early on and they have had issues since returning from the Olympic break, there was a portion in the middle of the season when the Lightning reeled off a 19-1-1 […] The post Lightning’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lightning’s Victor Hedman to take temporary leave of absence for personal reasons

Mar 25, 2026 @ 9:45pm

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The Tampa Bay Lightning announced on Wednesday that captain Victor Hedman is taking a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons. The team provided no additional information and urged respect for Hedman’s privacy. The 35-year-old defenseman has already missed the team’s last three games after exiting a March 19 matchup against the Vancouver Canucks due […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman to take temporary leave of absence for personal reasons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NHL makes touching press box tribute to tragic Jessi Pierce after she was killed with her three children in house fire

Mar 25, 2026 @ 3:05pm

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THE NHL has made a heartwarming tribute to the late Jessi Pierce and her three kids who tragically died in a house fire. NHL reporter Pierce and her three children…

Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov extends wild assist streak that’s only topped by Wayne Gretzky

Mar 25, 2026 @ 8:54am

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The Tampa Bay Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov is seen as one of the favorites to win what would be his third consecutive Art Ross Trophy considering the season he is having. Kucherov once again starred for the Lightning in their recent 6-3 win over the Minnesota Wild, breaking a major record en route. With his assist […] The post Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov extends wild assist streak that’s only topped by Wayne Gretzky appeared first on ClutchPoints.

"People can take things different ways": Jon Cooper gives his honest thoughts on ruckus caused by Connor McDavid's praise of Tampa Bay Lighting's coaching system – Sportskeeda

Mar 25, 2026 @ 7:30am

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"People can take things different ways": Jon Cooper gives his honest thoughts on ruckus caused by Connor McDavid's praise of Tampa Bay Lighting's coaching system Sportskeeda