Lightning Team Report
(Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:53:32 PST)
The Lightning brought in veteran goaltender Olie Kolzig to provide a safety net in the event Mike Smith was not up to the task of handling the No. 1 role. But Kolzig is the one in need of a cushion to stop his own fall.
Kolzig was pulled for the second consecutive game Saturday against Colorado and has allowed at least three goals in each of his last four starts. During that span, Kolzig has allowed 16 goals on 107 shots—a .850 save percentage—while posting a 5.65 goals-against average. For the season, the 37-year-old is 1-4-1 with a 4.11 goals-against average and .887 save percentage.
"We've all been there, and as a goalie it can be tough," Smith said.
In the early part of the season, Smith has delivered as advertised when Tampa Bay acquired him from...
Can the NHL World Cup really replace Olympic participation?
(Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:57:05 PST)
"I don't know that the league has really figured out a way to leverage the Olympic platform." -- NHL...
NHL Power Poll: Grading the goalies
(Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:06:49 PST)
It has been a strange year for goaltenders. Some of the most consistent, durable goalies in the game have missed...
Puck Headlines: Pittsburgh, Detroit lead NHL in local recognition
(Mon, 01 Dec 2008 10:06:04 PST)
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Stars get Hutchinson from Lightning for Tukonen
(Sun, 30 Nov 2008 09:34:03 PST)
The Dallas Stars acquired defenseman Andrew Hutchinson from the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday, trading away the rights to winger Lauri Tukonen, who plays in Europe. Hutchinson has appeared in 97 career games with Nashville, Carolina and Tampa Bay. He has 10 goals and 23 assists. He is scoreless in two appearances with Tampa Bay this season.
Stars acquire D Hutchinson from Lightning
(Sun, 30 Nov 2008 09:17:08 PST)
The Dallas Stars acquired defenseman Andrew Hutchinson from the Tampa Lightning on Sunday for right wing Lauri Tukonen.
Frost goes free; Danton, his life in ruins, continues to pay
(Sat, 29 Nov 2008 19:35:36 PST)
Former NHL player Mike Danton remains in a U.S. prison while the man was his mentor, creepy agent/coach David Frost, walks the streets acquitted of unseemly activities.
Lightning send D Smaby to minors
(Sat, 29 Nov 2008 10:12:02 PST)
DENVER (Ticker)- The Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday assigned defenseman Matt Smaby to Norfolk of the American Hockey League.
Friday's three stars: Sergei surges for OT winner in Philly
(Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:07:24 PST)
No. 1 star: Sergei Samsonov, Carolina Hurricanes Yes, Sergei Samsonov is still the completely underwhelming...
Lightning recall D Hutchinson
(Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:23:03 PST)
TAMPA, Florida (Ticker) - The Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday recalled defenseman Andrew Hutchinson from Norfolk of the American Hockey League.
Lightning recall RW Downie, D Smaby from minors
(Thu, 27 Nov 2008 09:06:02 PST)
The Tampa Bay Lightning made a pair of roster moves Thursday, recalling right wing Steve Downie and defenseman Matt Smaby from Norfolk of the American Hockey League.
Puck Headlines: Campbell, Sharks share the love
(Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:02:11 PST)
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Lightning D Heward assigned to Norfolk
(Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:15:01 PST)
The Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday assigned defenseman Jamie Heward to Norfolk of the American Hockey League.
Puck Daddy hockey rumors live chat
(Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:45:38 PST)
Barry Melrose has already taken the fall for the Tampa Bay Lightning ; will we see another coach fired in the...
Lightning trade center Wyatt Smith
(Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:16:28 PST)
The Tampa Bay Lightning traded minor league center Wyatt Smith to the Phoenix Coyotes on Tuesday for future considerations. Smith played in 18 games with Norfolk of the AHL this season. The 31-year-old forward has played in 211 career NHL games with Phoenix, Nashville, Minnesota, Colorado and the New York Islanders.
Lightning trade C Smith to Coyotes
(Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:26:01 PST)
The Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday traded center Wyatt Smith to the Phoenix Coyotes for future considerations.
Lightning name Sullivan associate coach
(Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:03:02 PST)
Mike Sullivan returned to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday, when he was named the team's associate coach under interim head coach Rick Tocchet.
Lightning send G Ramo back to AHL
(Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:15:01 PST)
The Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday assigned goaltender Karri Ramo to Norfolk of the American Hockey League.
Sullivan rejoins Lightning as assistant coach
(Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:09:30 PST)
Former Tampa Bay Lightning assistant Mike Sullivan is returning to the team as part of interim coach Rick Tocchet's staff. Sullivan was hired Tuesday as associate coach, the same title he held under former Lightning coach John Tortorella last season. Sullivan also coached the Boston Bruins for two seasons.
Puck Headlines: Blackhawks' self-congratulation gets literary
(Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:32:28 PST)
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NHL eyes more matches against European clubs
(Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:20:48 PST)
The NHL and hockey's world governing body said Monday they want to stage more games between North American and European club teams. The sides have agreed to create a working group that will explore ways of building on the success of the first Victoria Cup last month, which saw the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) bring the New York Rangers to play European champion Metallurg Magnitogorsk...
NHL Power Poll: Quarter-pole questions
(Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:37:57 PST)
With the NHL's regular season a quarter of the way completed, we pose the biggest question facing each team in this week's rankings.
Pass or Fail: Phoenix goes black, adds prancing coyote for 3rd
(Mon, 24 Nov 2008 06:13:50 PST)
In the previous two posts over the weekend, you caught a glimpse of the Los Angeles Kings ' new third jerseys...
Sunday's three stars: Zubrus proves existence of NJ offense
(Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:57:34 PST)
No. 1 star: Dainius Zubrus, New Jersey Devils The Devils have found a handy way to overcome the loss of Martin...
Canadiens, Patrick Roy make amends
(Sat, 22 Nov 2008 20:18:10 PST)
A few words, and not nearly enough of them, about Patrick Roy: No way can I do justice to this incredible...
Video: Hey there Malone, a Penguins fan just torched you
(Sat, 22 Nov 2008 15:38:13 PST)
Naturally, a merciless, scathing song parody by a Pittsburgh Penguins fan that goofs on Ryan Malone hits the...
