Lightning Insider Hockey Podcast

The Lightning are up 3-1 after a Saturday win over the Panthers and have a chance to advance to the second round. But, they might have to do it without Nikita Kucherov and Mikahil Sergachev.  Erik and Greg Linnelli discuss how Tampa Bay found victory in Game 4 and breakdown the officiating meltdown that caused Jon Cooper to show frustration. That's because, it led to the injuries of two of the Lig...

Off a wild, crazy, game one in Miami, Erik and Greg recap the Bolts 5-4 comeback. Playing in his first game of the season, how amazing was Nikita Kucherov's impact? Was Florida's over-physical approach costing them? And, what's the biggest area Tampa Bay needs to clean up starting Tuesday night? Plus they give the one player who needs to be better and the one player they expect to make an impact i...

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are underway and Lightning Insider Erik Erlendsson is ready to go with his Game One preview of the Bolts at Miami to play the Florida Panthers.  Erik has insight on the Lightning's bid to repeat as Stanley Cup champs. Plus, they are about to welcome back two of their top players from injury in captain Steven Stamkos and Nikita Kucherov. Hear it all on this edition of "The...

On the latest edition of the show, Erik and Greg discuss the Lightning's socially historical moment from the final regular season game in Miami. What do the final two games/losses of the regular season mean for the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs and whether or not home ice matters or not? That plus answering listener questions on the Bolts chances to repeat, etc. Hear it all on "The Lightning Insid...

On the latest edition of the show, Erik and Greg discuss the NHL having a "Tom Wilson problem," the recent return of injured forward Steven Stamkos to the ice and what that means in the final week of the regular season and beyond? Plus, what about the implementation of load management into the hockey vernacular? And, we are answering listener questions with the Stanley Cup Playoffs appraoching! He...

On the latest edition of the show Erik and Greg Linnelli discuss the Lightning receiving their stellar, Stanley Cup rings. What's the reason for Cal Foote's absence and what it means for the defense in the upcoming playoffs?  They assess the play of Alex Barre-Boulet and what he's auditioning for down the stretch? Plus, Charles Barkley and the NHL. Hear it all on the latest "Lightning Insider Podc...

The post-trade deadline edition of the podcast breaks down the Lightning's big addition on the blue line, ad looks at the team's recent play.  Erik and Greg also talk to NHL Insider, Dave Pagnotta, on what he heard regarding the Lightning, as well as around the league as the deadline deals were done or not.  Make sure to Share, Rate, Review and Subscribe today to "The Lightning Insider Podcast!" A...

A week ahead of the trade deadline, Erik and Greg discuss how the debut of Ben Thomas affect the team's deadline plans?  Plus, what the pending return of Mitchell Stephens means for the lineup and the team's recent drop in play with some losses. And, the guys are answering listener questions, too! Hear it all on the latest edition of "The Lightning Insider Podcast" and make sure to Subscribe/Rate...

On the latest edition of the show, Erik and Greg discuss the officiating issue after the events with referee Tim Peel being caught on mic talking about biased officiating. Do the key injury to the Florida Panthers alter the outlook for the Central Division?  And, what's the impact of the Alex Volkov trade, by the Bolts? Plus, the guys are answering questions from listeners. Hear it all on "The Lig...

On the latest edition of the show, Erik and Greg discuss what the long term toll the condensed schedule may have on the players. Plus, why defenseman Victor Hedman should be the run away winner for the Norris Trophy and taking a look at just how ridiculous of a season goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy is enjoying. But also, why it still won't be enough for Hart MVP Trophy consideration.  That and the guys...

Fresh off their latest win, Erik recaps Thursday's 4-2 Lightning victory against the Chicago Blackhawks!. He has insights, as Andrei Vasielvskiy reaches a personal milestone for the third time, Connor Murphy not answering for his hit on the Bolts Erik Cernak, and why it might not be Chicago nabbing the No. 4 spot in the Central Division after all? Catch it all on the latest "Lightning Insider" pod...

Off a tough loss Monday afternoon on a "back to back" with Nashville, Insider Erik Erlendsson pops back on the podcast to give his thoughts on what he saw first hand at the Amalie Arena. Get Erik's perspective on what the Bolts need to improve on and what "Tampa Bay's process" means in all of this? Hear it all as part of "The Lightning Insider Podcast" and make sure you subscribe on Apple Podcasts...

On the latest episode of the show, Erik and Greg discuss the "controversy" surrounding Nikita Kucherov's surprise appearance at Tampa Bay's morning skate and what the real story means? Plus, what's the deal with Curtis McElhinney moving forward as the backup to Andrei Vasilevskiy? And, the dissecting of Julie BrsieBois' comments regarding the trade deadline.  Plus, the guys are answering listener...

On this edition of the show, Erik and Greg Linnelli discuss the three-game set against Chicago, including Sunday's dramatic rally. Why does Tampa Bay have a major advantage over every other team in the Central Division come playoff time? The Bolts are getting solid play on the fourth line and some of the vicious hits and why they continue to be delivered? Plus, the guys are answering questions fro...

It's a brand new month starting and Erik Erlendsson and Greg Linnelli discuss whether or not Carolina is Tampa Bay's most formidable divisional opponent? Isn't it time to add Bolts goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy to the MVP conversation? And what percentage of fans might be in NHL buildings when the playoffs begin in May? Could we see 50% capacity or more by then? Plus, how will the NHL handle where the...

In this episode, hear Erik recap the dominant Dallas home game . The Lightning put on an impressive display in being disciplined to the system in the first meeting season between the two Stanley Cup Finalists from 2020.  Anthony Cirelli proved a spark in his return from a two-week absence and Tampa Bay's special teams were fantastic. The Bolts rolled to a fourth consecutive victory and look like d...

In this latest edition of the show, it's a game recap episode. And, we discuss the three-game turnaround of wins all against the Carolina Hurricanes. Erik talks about what that means in the bigger picture? What about the job put forth by Curtis McElhinney in nett? And, what it means when the Lightning "gut things out." Hear it all on "The Lightning Insider" podcast and make sure to subscribe/rate...

In this latest episode, Insider Erik Erlendsson discusses the first three games against the Carolina Hurricanes and that includes the Bolts 3-0 shutout on Wednesday night. Who had two impressive debuts and why the past two games were so important for Tampa Bay? The defending Cup champion Lightning keep winning and you need to be subscribed to "The Lightning Insider Podcast" on Apple Podcasts, Spot...

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