It’s Tyler Johnson time: How the Lightning can replace Anthony Cirelli
3 years, 10 months ago

It’s Tyler Johnson time: How the Lightning can replace Anthony Cirelli

New York Times  

Tyler Johnson saw the juicy rebound on a first-period power play Saturday night, and you can imagine his eyes got big. Coach Jon Cooper thought Johnson entered the season with a “chip on his shoulder,” and we thought this would be a great chance for a career resurgence, especially with the expected bump of ice time in Kucherov’s absence. He’s a skilled guy, big body.” “Both camps he’s been with this team he’s been outstanding,” Joseph said. • I asked Cooper if he had a better sense of how long Cirelli’s “week-to-week” absence will be, and he said the center will be re-evaluated when the team gets back to Tampa. Hope it’s not going to be too long.” • Alex Volkov got his first NHL goal, and it was a beauty, finishing off a Smith pass in transition and beating Bobrovsky.

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Steven Stamkos wants to stay with Lightning, and team wants its career scoring leader to stay
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Steven Stamkos wants to stay with Lightning, and team wants its career scoring leader to stay

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Steven Stamkos wants to hoist the Stanley Cup again with the Tampa Bay Lightning. And, general manager Julien BriseBois said the club definitely wants him back, adding he’s already spoken with Stamkos and the player’s agent to begin discussions in the aftermath of Tampa Bay’s loss to the Florida Panthers in the first round of the NHL …

Analysis: Lightning get taste of Canadiens’ pain in Game 5
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Analysis: Lightning get taste of Canadiens’ pain in Game 5

Associated Press  

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Lightning’s Tyler Johnson could have resurgence after offseason trade rumors
4 years ago

Lightning’s Tyler Johnson could have resurgence after offseason trade rumors

New York Times  

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