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After Breakthrough Year, Will Raddysh Stay or Will He Go?
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh had a breakthrough year in 2025-26. Scoring 22 goals, Raddysh broke the team record for most goals scored by a defenseman. He also grounded a Tampa Bay defense mired by injuries, and found his niche on the Bolts' power play unit. Raddysh has also quickly become a fan favorite. As he enters free agency this offseason, one question remains: Will he stay in Tampa Bay, or will he find fortune elsewhere?

Mike Smith
May 115 min read


Lightning Not Just Trying to Keep Momentum Going, But Instill the Right Mindset Entering Decisive Game 7
Tonight, the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Montreal Canadiens will face off in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference First Round series. As game time approaches, both teams have a clear goal: to advance to the second round. However, there's something more as this heated rivalry comes to a head at Benchmark International Arena:
The Tampa Bay Lightning aim to continue their legacy, while the Montreal Canadiens are looking to begin theirs.

Mike Smith
May 34 min read


Lightning Come Back with Wild Finish to Down Minnesota
Erik Cernak scored the game-winning goal with less than four minutes to play, and Darren Raddysh had a goal and two assists as the Tampa Bay Lightning fought back from a two-goal deficit twice to beat the Minnesota Wild, 6-3.

Mike Smith
Mar 254 min read


Thrilling Quarterfinal Round Sees Three Bolts Advance; Four Eliminated
The Men's Olympic Hockey Quarterfinal Round dazzled and entertained the hockey world on Wednesday. Spectacular play, comebacks, and overtime thrillers brought the fans of four teams to their feet, and drew the angst of those on the losing side.

Mike Smith
Feb 202 min read


Hedman Scores First Point for Lightning Olympic Entourage; Cernak Helps Slovakia to Upset Win Over Finland
Bolts captain Victor Hedman scored an empty-net goal late in the third period, earning the first point for the players representing the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Mike Smith
Feb 123 min read
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