Posts About "Steven Stamkos"
Anze Kopitar’s Ranking on the Top 20 Centers (Part 2)
November 17th, 2020 In my previous article, I reviewed Anze Kopitar’s ranking on the NHL Network's Top-20 Centers fan list. In that article, I concluded that his overall ranking should’ve been 15th out of the 20 players on the list (a plus-three increase). https://twitter.com/NHLNetwork/status/1328125630953648128?s=20 This article will explore...
Lightning's 3 Worst Contracts for 2021
November 10th, 2020 Even under normal circumstances, the Tampa Bay Lightning were going to have a tough time fitting everyone on their Stanley Cup-winning roster under the salary cap for the 2020-21 season. Sure, they have a great team full of veteran talent, but many of these players garner costly contracts. Related: Tampa Bay Lightning...
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 30
October 30th, 2020 One of the greatest lines in National Hockey League history was put together for the first time on this date. Also, one of Montreal’s biggest legends hits two personal milestones, 12 years apart, and perhaps hockey’s most famous family sets a league record. A Punchy Day in 1943 The puck dropped on the 1943-44 season, on this...
NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Golden Knights, Oilers, Lightning, More
October 14th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there is news that the Montreal Canadiens might be ready to move Brendan Gallagher. Why the sudden shift in his long-term outlook with the team? The Vegas Golden Knights landed their big fish in Alex Pietrangelo, but were they in on other players too? Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland discussed...
Lightning's Top-10 Goal Scorers All-Time
October 4th, 2020 Whenever a new franchise enters the NHL, you never know what that teams' identity will become. While some teams never develop a single trait that defines them, others seemingly double down on one aspect of the game to be the best at. For the Tampa Bay Lightning, the pathway to prominence has been paved on the back of offense. Even...
The 5 Most Iconic Goals From the Lightning's Stanley Cup Run
October 2nd, 2020 After years of coming up short, the Tampa Bay Lightning won the 2020 Stanley Cup, finally silencing the doubters while showcasing that they are the best team in the NHL. Sure, this was not a traditional postseason, but that doesn't mean that the run to the Stanley Cup was any less magical for fans and players. Related: What the 2020...
Rangers Should Target Cap-Strapped Lightning Roster
September 30th, 2020 The New York Rangers continued clearing salary cap room Saturday, trading career Blueshirt Marc Staal and his $5.7 million salary to the Detroit Red Wings, a move that cost them a 2021 second-round draft pick. That deal pushed the club's available space north of $20 million, with a likely buyout of goaltender Henrik Lundqvist set to add...
Lightning Win the Stanley Cup: How They Did It
September 29th, 2020 For the first time since 2004, the Tampa Bay Lightning are Stanley Cup champions! It was a long journey for some of the Lightning players, including captain Steven Stamkos, who has been a member of the club since being drafted first overall in the 2008 NHL Draft. It was not an easy road to victory, but there were certain factors that...
Lightning: Despite Injury, Stamkos is Still The Man in Tampa
September 26th, 2020 If there was any question about whether or not the Tampa Bay Lightning were still Steven Stamkos' team, the answer was made very clear in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. The Bolts may have a lot of depth and talent, but the team doesn't belong to anyone else. It is not Brayden Point's team, it is not Victor Hedman's team, it is not...
NHL Rumors: Blues, Maple Leafs, Wild, Oilers, More
September 19th, 2020 In today's NHL rumors rundown, Friday was a busy day when it comes to discussion about Alex Pietrangelo. What is the latest and are the Toronto Maple Leafs involved? It was also a big day for the Minnesota Wild who continued to stay busy making plans for next season. A surprising team has potentially shown interest in Edmonton Oilers...
Lightning: Should Stamkos Start on the Third-Line?
August 9th, 2020 As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare for the official start of the 2020 NHL playoffs after going 2-1 in their Round Robin games, there are a few major questions hanging over the franchise. One of these questions involves the status of their captain, Steven Stamkos. Related: Lightning Need Stamkos Like a Tall Glass of Water After...
Flyers' Qualifying Round Opponents: Tampa Bay Lightning
July 31st, 2020 The Philadelphia Flyers close out their Stanley Cup qualifying round games with a matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning. It will be a grind, especially after taking on the Boston Bruins and Washington Capitals earlier in the tournament. However, the Flyers have the tools to pull off the victory. 2019-20 Regular Season Review The...
NHL Rumors: Lightning, Maple Leafs, Oilers, Blues, More
June 23rd, 2020 In today’s NHL rumor rundown, is Steven Stamkos upset with the NHL and their decision to expand NHL rosters during Phase 2? In Toronto, how might they try to improve their blue line this offseason? The Edmonton Oilers are getting some players back for skating, Vladimir Tarasenko is ready to go and NHL player contracts have been...
