Entering the start of training camp, Mike Smith was a question. Halfway through the season, he's been the Lightning's answer. ...more

January 8, 2009

Of all the moves (and moves, and moves) made last summer on Channelside Drive by the Lightning, one of the boldest kind of got overlooked. Well, there was a lot going on out there and it was tough to keep up. There were new owners, new coaches, and new players. ...more

September 24, 2008

With everything so new about the Lightning as they enter training camp, there are bound to be many questions that need to be answered as the season progresses. ...more

September 16, 2008

Mike Comrie scored the only goal of the shootout, and the New York Islanders pushed their winning streak to a season-high five games Wednesday night with a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals. ...more

February 21, 2008

IN THE SYSTEM In the franchise's 15-year history, the Lightning have drafted 16 goaltenders, none of whom developed into a true No.1, although Karri Ramo and 2006 first-round pick Riku Helenius show promise. ...more

February 19, 2008

The glamour position in today's NHL no longer is distinguished by the finesse of Wayne Gretzky, the awe-inspiring end-to-end rushes of Bobby Orr, or even the grit of Mr. Hockey, Gordie Howe. ...more

February 18, 2008

Skittish is how Tampa Bay played during third periods earlier this month. Now it's all about poise and control. ...more

January 20, 2008

Even if it appears that the play of C Vinny Lecavalier has gone largely unnoticed in some NHL circles this season, the fans are paying attention. ...more

January 9, 2008

While sitting in last place in the Eastern Conference at nearly the halfway point of the season is something Lightning president Ron Campbell never expected, he is not entertaining thoughts of changing personnel in the team's front office. ...more

December 30, 2007

1. RED WINGS: The depth and stability of this organization keeps them at the top year after year. 2. RANGERS: Right now, G Henrik Lundqvist makes them the favorite in just about every game they play. 3. CANUCKS: G Roberto Luongo is heating up (three straight shutouts). And that means so is Vancouver. 4. STARS: They'll have to weather the absence of RW Jere Lehtinen (abdominal strain) to stay on top in the Pacific. 5. SENATORS: Suddenly, G Martin Gerber is looking human. Does that mean Ray Emery gets another look? 6. FLYERS: What's encouraging in Philly is they're still winning without Simon Gagne (concussion). ...more

December 1, 2007