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Locked On Lightning - Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Lightning
Locked On Lightning is your DAILY source for all things Tampa Bay Lightning! Featuring the latest Bolts news, analysis, and insider info, hosts Nick Morgan and Greg Stephen bring you everything you need to stay ahead of the game, whether you're a casual fan or a die-hard Lightning fanatic. So join us for a fun twist on your daily Tampa Bay Lightning and National Hockey League content! We're Locked On Lightning, part of the Locked On Podcast Network... your team, everyday.
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- Locked On Lightning - Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Lightning
Lightning Lose to Hurricanes as Kucherov Leaves Game Early
Nikita Kucherov left in the third period, with an uncertain timetable for his potential injury. Fortunately, some options on the squad are poised to step up if…
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Defense and New Bolts Look to Help Lightning Back on Track
Attempting to get back on track after a home loss, the Lightning will test some new line combinations against Carolina. With Hedman hopeful to play, the…
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Lightning Lose At Home But Have Roster Set for Rest of Season
With the trade acquisitions already making an impact, there may no longer be room in the NHL for some of the Lightning rookies in the 2024-25 season. Are the…
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A Wild Divisional Win Could Come at a Cost for the Lightning
Unfortunately, Lightning captain Victor Hedman left early in the first period and did not return, putting his status for Saturday's game against the Bruins…
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Lightning Add Two Key Players Ahead of Divisional Duel
Can this deal help the push the Lightning as they begin their playoff run? Josh Sperber breaks down the deal and previews the homestretch for the Lightning…
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NHL SQUAD SHOW: Here Comes The Trade Deadline
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings), Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah HC) and Kyle Kjer…
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Kucherov Gets Lightning Back on Track Ahead of the Trade Deadline
The Bolts might be one of the hottest teams in the league right now, but do they need to make a move at the deadline? Josh Sperber breaks down who the…
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Lightning Fall Short of Nine Straight as Vasilevskiy Continues Hot Streak
With Vasilevskiy on a great run in net, the loss does little to foil the playoff hopes in Tampa Bay. Today's show breaks down the loss and previews the…
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Brandon Hagel's Star Turn Helps Lightning Stay Hot Ahead of Rivalry Showdown
He has blossomed into a bonafide star in the NHL, evidenced by his second Star of the Month Award as one of the league's best in February. Josh Sperber breaks…
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Lightning Finish Their Best Month of the Season With Seventh-Straight Win
They begin March with a tough test against one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, a rubber match against the Washington Capitals. Can the Lightning's…
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Great Defense Behind Lightning's Season-Best Winning Streak As Last Game of Homestand Looms
What is the secret behind the best stretch of hockey the Bolts have experienced this season? Josh Sperber breaks down the Lightning's defensive surge and…
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NHL SQUAD SHOW: When Will Alex Ovechkin Break The Goal Record?
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Ian McLaren (Locked On Bruins) and Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings). Today we’re…
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Lightning Add to Their Win Streak With Marquee Win Over Defending West Champs
They seem to be hitting their stride at the right time, evening the season series against the defending Western Conference Champs with a 4-1 win at home. Can…
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Lightning Host Oilers In Matchup of NHL Stars and Top Offenses
Tampa and Edmonton boast two of the best offenses in the league, but who has the edge? Josh Sperber breaks down the crucial individual matchups of a key game…
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Hagel Continues Breakout Season As Lightning Return From 4 Nations Break with Fifth-Straight Win
With a goal and an assist, Brandon Hagel continues to prove that he is a crucial player for the Lightning on both ends of the ice. Can he help lead the Bolts…
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Lightning Stars Lead in 4 Nations Ahead of Looming NHL Restart
This recent tournament showcased some of the best players in the league and around the world, and some Bolts who didn't play in the tournament could argue for…
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Lightning Stars are Ready to Shine in 4 Nations Final
Which Lightning star will make the biggest impact on the big stage in the first 4 Nations final? Josh Sperber breaks down the continental clash and discusses…
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NHL SQUAD SHOW: The NHL’s Four Nations Has Been Must-Watch Television
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Erica L Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Eddie Garcia…
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As 4 Nations Nears an End the Lightning are Ready to Rise
How far can the Lightning take their 2024-25 season? In today's show, we break down the Lightning's strong February that has put them back in the thick of the…
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Stars Show Out in 4 Nations Ahead of Lightning-Laden Final
The Lightning will send four players to the final, showcasing some of the NHL's and world's top stars. Josh Sperber breaks down the final day of the…
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Lightning Star Jake Guentzel is a Star in Stars and Stripes as Well
His success has also translated in the NHL season, as Guentzel had 27 goals and 27 assists before the 4 Nations Break. Was he the best offseason move of 2024?…
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Guentzel Gets First Lightning Goal of 4 Nations to Spark Strong Start to New Tournament
Tampa stars have combined for four points in the first two days of 4 Nations, helping the tournament off to a great start. Josh Sperber breaks down Guentzel's…
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Contingent of Lightning Stars Have Great Start to 4 Nations Faceoff
Two of Team Canada's finest, Brandon Hagel and Anthony Cirelli, have been enjoying breakout seasons in the NHL en route to their place among Canada's best…
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NHL SQUAD SHOW: Is the Four Nations a good idea, and who’s on the move at the deadline?
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Erica L Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Eddie Garcia…
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Lightning Trade Talk and Four Nations Focus to Start the Break
With some of the top talent in the world on display, we discuss which Lightning star will make the biggest impact during the next two weeks. On the team front…
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Tampa Bay Lightning Charge Into Break on Four-Game Winning Streak
The Bolts proved they are still a force to be reckoned with as they moved to third place in the Atlantic Division ahead of the 4 Nations Break. Josh Sperber…
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Huge Home Win Sends Bolts Into Weekend with Two More Divisional Duels
With a break looming, the Lightning's road ahead isn't much easier, with back-to-back games away from home against two other division rivals. Josh Sperber…
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Rematch Against Ottawa Continues Lightning's Key Stretch
Three more divisional matchups remain, and it's difficult to determine which one will have the biggest impact on the Lightning's season. In today's show, we…
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NHL SQUAD SHOW: Four Nations, an unofficial trade deadline, and what will Utah HC be called next year?
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames), Zach Martin…
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Bolts Begin Divisional Stretch With Huge Home Win
How can the Lightning keep their playoff hopes alive? And how much will the recent rash of injuries affect the team? Josh Sperber breaks it all down ahead of…
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Lightning Begin Four-Game Stretch With Two Home Clashes Against Ottawa
Over the next week, the Lightning face three divisional teams, all of which are fighting for the final two playoff spots in the Atlantic Division. How do the…
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Lightning Fall Short Ahead of Huge Week of Divisional Duels
With three divisional opponents on the schedule over the next four games, beginning February with a loss after a tough stretch in the first month of the year…
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Hagel Helps Lightning End January on a High Note Ahead of Conference Clash
Brandon Hagel had a hand in all three Lightning goals and solidified one of the best months of any Lightning player to start the year. Josh Sperber breaks down…
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Talking Injuries and Trades Ahead of Big Bolts West Coast Matchup
Will the Lightning make any moves during the deadline? Josh Sperber breaks down some of the youth in the Lightning system as we identify potential trade…
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NHL SQUAD SHOW: Mikko Rantanen, trade deadline drama and Vancouver’s pain continues
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Chris Micieli (Locked On Avalanche), Eddie Fox…
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Offensive Woes Continue Tough January As Bolts Fall to Blackhawks
How much of a factor was Andrei Vasilevskiy's absence in the loss? What can the Lightning do to put more points on the board? Josh Sperber breaks it down and…
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Lightning Recall Some Familiar Faces Ahead of Huge Homestand
These new additions have each been with the Syracuse Crunch for a month or more since last seeing NHL ice, but need to readjust fast during a tough and tiring…
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A Trade and A Split on the Road Highlights Lightning's Weekend
They also made their first deal of the regular season, acquiring forward prospect Ryder Korczak from the New York Rangers. How will this deal and these games…
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Lightning Face Midwest Back-to-Back to Finish Road Trip
Josh Sperber breaks down the upcoming games as the Bolts look to rebound from back-to-back divisional losses. Plus, we preview the Lightning's quarter-century…
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NHL SQUAD SHOW: Suspensions, Wildcard Races and What Happens With JT Miller?
NOTE: This was recorded before the McDavid suspension was announced Welcome to the NHL Squad show! Today, Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Jay Forster (Locked…
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Grading the Goalies and Some Tough Stretches of Schedule
Is this the toughest month of the season for the Lightning schedule-wise? Josh Sperber breaks down the Bolts' calendar and grades the goalies on today's show!…
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Finishing Bolts' Forward Grades After Two Tough Losses on the Road
What went wrong? How can the Bolts rebound the next time they hit the road against a divisional opponent? Josh Sperber breaks down the Canadien losses and…
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A Tough Loss in Toronto to Start the First of Two Bolts Back-to-Backs
But the Bolts have a chance to bounce back with another divisional matchup against the Canadiens on the horizon. Josh Sperber breaks down the games and…
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Hedman's Assist Record in Jeopardy After Kucherov's Two Assists in Consecutive Wins
Kucherov's two assists made him the second Bolt to reach the 600-career assist mark, one game after Victor Hedman achieved the same feat. When will Kucherov…
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Bolts Bolster Divisional Position With Shootout Win Ahead of Atlantic Showdown
On today's show, Josh Sperber breaks down the Lightning victory and previews a crucial Saturday tilt against the Detroit Red Wings. We also discuss the…
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Second Line Midseason Grades and a Lightning Date with the Ducks
Josh Sperber breaks down the Lightning's keys to victory ahead of the first home matchup of the season's second half. Though we're past midseason, there are…
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Can The Tampa Bay Lightning Keep Their Playoff Spot? - NHL SQUAD SHOW
Welcome to the NHL Squad show! Today, Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Jack Bushman (Locked On Blackhawks), David Morasutti (Locked On Leafs), Eddie Garcia…
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Tough Loss in Boston With Roster Questions Looming for Lightning
With a rookie debuting and the looming return of JJ Moser ahead of the trade deadline, there could be some changes coming to Tampa's roster. Josh Sperber…
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Starting Lightning Midseason Grades Ahead of a Big Game in Boston
How do you grade the Lightning season and players so far? Josh Sperber breaks down the midseason grades and awards for some of the Bolts' best as the Lightning…
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Kucherov Shows Why He Is One of NHL's Best in Bolts' Weekend Split
His dominance has come to be expected, and that's why Josh Sperber thinks Kuch deserves the Hart Trophy. Tune in for a breakdown of two tough games against…
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Lightning Jump to Third Place With Big Divisional Win Ahead of Back-to-Back
The Lightning stepped up and scored two in each of the final two periods for their second-straight win at home in preparation for a pair of road games against…
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Lightning Celebrate 2026 Stadium Series With Huge Divisional Duel
At this point in the season with the standings this close, it's clear that Thursday's game against Boston is potentially the most important game of the season…
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Late Game-Winner Powers Bolts to Streak-Ending Win
Point's mark put him in a tie for second in the NHL in goals (24) and game-winning goals (6), does that make him the most impactful player on the Lightning?…
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Lightning Return Home Hoping to Avoid Season-Long Skid
With two goalscorers in the top ten in the NHL, the Bolts will look for an offensive resurgence to avoid their season-worst fifth loss in a row. Can the…
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Three-Straight Road Losses Might Have Lightning Thinking About Trades
Does this tough stretch mean the Lightning must make moves at the upcoming trade deadline? What's next for the Bolts as they return home? Josh Sperber has the…
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Tough Start to the Year as Lightning Begin Longest Stretch of the Year With Loss
How does this impact the Lightning going ahead on this difficult stretch, with 16 Bolts games in the 31 days of January? Josh Sperber breaks down the Lightning…
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Lightning Look Ahead to 2025 After Winningest Month of the Season
We end the year looking back at a strong month and picking the Bolt of the Month for December and some New Year's resolutions for the Lightning for the next…
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The Captain Collects Another Milestone As Bolts Split Back to Back
Where does Hedman rank on the scale of all-time Lightning greats? Josh Sperber has the answers and the breakdown of the Lightning's final two games of 2024…
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Looking to the Future With Two More Lightning Games in 2024
How can the Bolts take advantage of these struggling Eastern Conference Opponents? Josh Sperber breaks down the year's final two games and looks at the youth…
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Lightning Dealing With Injuries Over Holiday Break
Nikita Kucherov will likely play both games and could become second all-time in Lightning assists this weekend, with plenty of other records looming. Where…