NHL ices Olympics, says no to 2018 Games in South Korea
The NHL announced Monday that it will not participate in the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea, refusing for the first time in 20 years to halt its season for three weeks so its stars can chase gold for their home countries.
Lightning team dentist says Bishop will be smiling again soon
The Tampa Bay Lightning came away with a win in Toronto Tuesday night, but it was a loss for Ben Bishop when a puck to his facemask knocked out his two front teeth.
Tortorella, Marshall weigh in on national anthem
U.S. hockey coach John Tortorella says he'd bench any player who stays seated during the national anthem, while New York Jets receiver Brandon Marshall is defending Colin Kaepernick for his protest against racial injustice and minority oppression.
NHL tells Lightning, no more 'watch parties'
The National Hockey League ordered the Tampa Bay Lightning to cancel plans for its Thunder Alley watch party ahead of game seven of the Eastern Conference Final.
Bolts fans name newborn after Lightning player
Lightning fans love cheering for their team and chanting players’ names when they score.
Lightning's efforts off the ice felt across Bay Area
The Tampa Bay Lightning are having a spectacular season, but what's even better than their play on the ice is the team's efforts to improve the community around Amalie Arena and beyond.
Crosby, Kessel help Penguins beat Lightning 4-2 in Game 3
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Sidney Crosby and Co. kept pressing and shooting until the Pittsburgh Penguins finally imposed their will. Crosby, Phil Kessel and Chris Kunitz scored third-period goals, helping the Penguins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals Wednesday night.
Visit Bradenton issues apology to Bolts fans after outcry
Bradenton's visitor's bureau issued a statement after it received backlash for buying rally towels for Pittsburgh Penguins fans who attended the first game of the Eastern Conference Final.
Lightning strike quickly, beat Bruins 4-1 for 6th straight
Ryan Callahan scored twice and Steven Stamkos converted a penalty shot to help the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Sunday night for their sixth straight win.
Stamkos scores again, streaking Lightning beat Coyotes 2-1
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Steven Stamkos is scoring and the Lightning are playing like Eastern Conference champions again. Tampa Bay's captain had a goal in his fourth consecutive game, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 29 saves and the Lightning won their fourth straight by beating the Arizona Coyotes 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Stamkos has SO winner, Lightning beat Jets 6-5
Steven Stamkos scored in the fifth round of the shootout and the Lightning rebounded after blowing a three-goal lead to beat the Winnipeg Jets 6-5 on Thursday night.
New & improved eats at Amalie Arena
Cone Mac & Cheese (with bacon?) A 'poutinerie' featuring poutine? These are some of the newest additions to the expanded food lineup at Amalie Arena.
Amalie changes unveiled ahead of Lightning season opener
Charley spent the morning at Amalie Arena ahead of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 2015-2016 season opener.
Tampa man (and Bolts fanatic) handcrafts replica Stanley Cup
A Tampa man and Lightning fanatic has erected a handcrafted replica of Lord's Stanley's Cup, and he's finished the months-long project just in time for the playoffs.