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Hellickson impresses again
Tampa Bay Online — By ROGER MOONEY SARASOTA He wasn’t facing Derek Jeter or Mark Teixeira on Tuesday. Still, Jeremy Hellickson looked good in striking out the only four batters he faced to end the...- New: 2 hr 7 min ago
Important three game road trip begins tonight in Montreal
NHL.com ( Lightning Insider ) — The Lightning began preparations for a big week with practice at the St. Pete Times Forum on Monday and flew to Montreal Monday afternoon. The team was greeted by relatively balmy (50...- New: 6 hr ago
Niemann has strong outing
Tampa Bay Online — Jeff Niemann becomes the first Rays pitcher to go four innings. The big righty allowed two hits—one was a home run by Chad Moeller—struck out two and didn’t walk a batter. ...- New: 6 hr 8 min ago
Stewart, Stamkos, McCabe named Stars of the Week
NHL.com ( NHL.com ) — Were it not for an injury, Chris Stewart still might be in Cleveland instead of Colorado -- and the Avalanche might not be where they are today. The Avs sent Stewart to Lake Erie of the AHL...- New: 11 hr 27 min ago
Rays sign Blalock to minor league deal
Tampa Bay Online — The Rays signed free agent infielder Hank Blalock to a minor league deal late Monday night. The team wouldn’t comment other than to say the deal was complete, but Jon Heyman of SI.com...- 21 hr 33 min ago
Break up the Rays!
Tampa Bay Online — By ROGER MOONEY rmooney@tampatrib.com PORT CHARLOTTE The Rays won again. The Rays won in their final at-bat. Again. Note to fans: If you’re planning on attending a Rays game...- 1 day 3 hr ago
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Garza goes three innings
Tampa Bay Online — Matt Garza became the first Rays pitcher to go three innings this spring, doing so with relative ease against the a visiting split-squad Pirates team today at Charlotte Sports Park. Garza...- 1 day 6 hr ago
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Hank Blalock update
Tampa Bay Online — The Rays are reportedly very close to signing former Ranger 3B/1B Hank Blalock to a minior league contract, and the deal could be done as soon as today. “I anticipate it’s going to...- 1 day 9 hr ago
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Rays vs Pirates
Tampa Bay Online — Good morning from sunny Port Charlotte. Going to go out on a limb and say this will be the best day of the spring in terms of weather. The Pirates are bringing a splitsquad to Charlotte...- 1 day 10 hr ago
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Maddon on Burrell: He’s a DH for now
Tampa Bay Online — CLEARWATER - Here are a few quick tidbits from our pre-game chat with manager Joe Maddon: - Outfielder Desmond Jennings, hit on the elbow by a pitch a few days ago, is here and is expected to...- 2 days ago
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Pleasant weather for Rays-Phils
Tampa Bay Online — CLEARWATER—It’s sunny and pleasant at Brighthouse Networks Field, where the Rays will will relive the 2008 World Series a little in a Grapefruit League contest with the Phillies...- 2 days ago
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Ruggiano delivers in clutch
Tampa Bay Online — By ROGER MOONEY rmooney@tampatrib.com PORT CHARLOTTE Justin Ruggiano ended Saturday’s game against the visiting Red Sox in dramatic fashion, with a two-run blast in the bottom...- 2 days ago
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Rays-BoSox update
Tampa Bay Online — Here’s an update from sold out Charlotte Sports Park … The two candidates for the final spot in the rotation didn’t do much to distinguish themselves against the visiting Red...- 3 days ago
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Niitty looks to end team's losing streak, extend his winning streak against the Thrashers
NHL.com ( Lightning Insider ) — The Lightning will get back at it tonight when they take on the Atlanta Thrashers at the St. Pete Times Forum at 7:30 p.m. There is no downplaying the importance of the game...- 3 days ago
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Lightning recall C Paul Szczechura from Norfolk of the AHL
NHL.com ( Tampa Bay Lightning ) — The Tampa Bay Lightning have recalled center Paul Szczechura from the Norfolk Admirals of the American Hockey League today, Executive Vice President and General Manager Brian Lawton...- 3 days ago
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Jennings could play today
Tampa Bay Online — By ROGER MOONEY PORT CHARLOTTE Desmond Jennings took batting practice before today’s game with the Red Sox and might actually get on the field. The rookie outfielder was hit by...- 3 days ago
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Burrell to play some RF this spring
Tampa Bay Online — By ROGER MOONEY PORT CHARLOTTE Rays manager Joe Maddon asked the Phillies for permission to use the designated hitter Sunday when the two teams meet in Clearwater, but the request is...- 3 days ago
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Rays vs. BoSox
Tampa Bay Online — Good morning from Charlotte Sports Park in sunny Port Charlotte. The place is empty now, but will be filled this afternoon when the Rays take on the visiting Boston Red Sox at 1:05. The...- 3 days ago
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Gameday Events - Lightning vs. Thrashers
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Yankee legend’s request: Longoria’s scribble
Tampa Bay Online — TAMPA - Greetings from Steinbrenner Field, where it’s sunny and warming up and a big crowd is filling in for the Rays-Yankees game at 1 p.m. Manager Joe Maddon had a nice chat with...- 4 days ago
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Blog Articles
Live updates: Lightning vs. Canadiens
Tampa Bay Online — The Tampa Bay Lightning hope to keep their momentum going as they face off against Montreal.- New: 1 hr 18 min ago
Lightning offer discounts on 2010-11 season tickets
Tampa Bay Online — The Tampa Bay Lightning launched the 2010-11 "Bring It Back" season ticket campaign on Tuesday, offering discounted prices to renewals and new season-ticket purchases made by April 3.- New: 3 hr 2 min ago
Tampa Bay Lightning announces 2010-11 season ticket prices, with reductions
TampaBay.com (Damian Cristodero) — Here is the announcement from the team: The Tampa Bay Lightning has launched an aggressive season ticket sales campaign for the 2010-11 regular season, the club announced...- New: 3 hr 16 min ago
Lightning kick off season-ticket drive; prices frozen or reduced for renewels
Tampa Bay Online — For current season ticket holders, and those who are interested in becoming season ticket holders, new owner Jeff Vinik has a deal for you as on average renewels are down nearly 10 percent and...- New: 3 hr 33 min ago
Lightning's St. Louis okay, but Malone, Kenopka out of lineup
Tampa Bay Online — Three days after having his head knocked into the end boards, Tampa Bay Lightning wing Marty St. Louis felt no lingering effects on Tuesday from a blow delivered by Atlanta's Clarke...- New: 5 hr 1 min ago
Injuries all of a sudden an issue for the Tampa Bay Lightning, though St. Louis will play
TampaBay.com (Damian Cristodero) — The Tampa Bay Lightning's injury report grew substantially before Tuesday's game with the Canadiens as center Zenon Konopka was listed out for at least a week with back spasms that have bothered...- New: 6 hr 9 min ago
Lightning-Canadiens scouting report
Tampa Bay Online — TONIGHT'S GAME WHO: Tampa Bay Lightning at Montreal Canadiens- 20 hr 33 min ago
Purcell getting opportunity to shine with Bolts
Tampa Bay Online — Talk of Teddy Purcell's sleight of hand with a hockey stick arrived in Tampa long before Purcell ever did.- 20 hr 33 min ago
Lightning's Stamkos is league's No. 2 star of week
Tampa Bay Online — Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos was named the NHL's second star for the week that ended Sunday, the league announced Monday.- 1 day 7 hr ago
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Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos is the NHL's second star of the week
TampaBay.com (Damian Cristodero) — Here is the announcement from the league: Colorado Avalanche right wing Chris Stewart, Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos and Florida Panthers defenseman Bryan McCabe have been named...- 1 day 7 hr ago
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Tampa Bay Lightning captain Vinny Lecavalier reacts to hit by Matt Cooke on Marc Savard
TampaBay.com (Damian Cristodero) — Safe to say Tampa Bay Lightning captain Vinny Lecavalier and Penguins trouble-maker Matt Cooke are not best of friends. It was Cooke who ended Lecavalier's 2007-08 season with a check that...- 1 day 7 hr ago
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Downie developing into quite a player
Tampa Bay Online — Late in the third period Saturday night, a chant began in the cheap seats and swept across the lower bowl of the St. Pete Times Forum.- 1 day 20 hr ago
Downie developing into quite a player
Tampa Bay Online — Late in the third period Saturday night, a chant began in the cheap seats and swept across the lower bowl of the St. Pete Times Forum.- 1 day 20 hr ago
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Bolts beat Thrashers, halt losing streak
Tampa Bay Online — The Lightning ending a five-game losing streak by beating Atlanta 6-2 behind newcomer Teddy Purcell.- 2 days ago
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Bolts beat Thrashers, halt losing streak
Tampa Bay Online — The Lightning ending a five-game losing streak by beating Atlanta 6-2 behind newcomer Teddy Purcell.- 2 days ago
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Crosby's 2 goals spark comeback
Tampa Bay Online — Sidney Crosby's big game helped the Pittsburgh Penguins overcome a two-goal deficit for the second straight game.- 2 days ago
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Deadline trade doesn't seem to be the boost Bolts needed
Tampa Bay Online — Trade deadline day can be a delicate dance for general managers. Some teams feel the pressure of making a splash. Others look to sell off pending free agents, while some just look to tweak their...- 2 days ago
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Esposito expresses faith in Vinik
Tampa Bay Online — Before he even met Jeffrey Vinik, franchise founder Phil Esposito had a reason to believe in the new boss of the Tampa Bay Lightning.- 2 days ago
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Lightning recall Paul Szczechura
TampaBay.com (Damian Cristodero) — The Lightning recalled C Paul Szczechura from the Norfolk Admirals on Saturday and is expected to be in the lineup. He had played in 37 games for Tampa Bay (two goals, one assist). Coach Rick...- 3 days ago
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New owner motivated to succeed
Tampa Bay Online — Winger Todd Fedoruk walked out of the Lightning's meal room following a team meeting with new team owner Jeff Vinik on Friday and saw a circle of young teenage hockey players stretching.- 3 days ago
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