TAMPA, Fla – The mystery around Simone Gagne’s return from a neck injury was lifted late on Tuesday when it was announced by the club that he would be in the Lightning lineup in Toronto, Tuesday. Gagne’s return from an … Continue reading
Author Archives: Joe Malta
Time for Snow removal on Long Island
TAMPA, Fla – What happens when you take the best defenseman and one of the top forwards off a young team with some talent but very little depth? Well, in the NHL, if they don’t win games, it must be the coach’s … Continue reading
Disguised as a contender for Halloween
TAMPA, Fla – As the first month of the season comes to a close, four playoff teams from last spring find themselves on the outside looking in. With Halloween here, it is time for a look at which of the … Continue reading
Panthers offense erruputs to beat Tampa again
SUNRISE, Fla – Millions of people visit South Florida every year to experience a slice of tropical paradise. But for the Tampa Lightning it has been more like a haunted ghost tour. Winners in only 13 of the past 46 … Continue reading
Returning stars and old nemisis highlight Lightning win
TAMPA, Fla – After several off season changes including a new general manager, and head coach it was the familiar faces that sparked the Lightning to victory. Steve Downie opened the scoring at 5:23 of the first period as … Continue reading
In Vancouver it’s Hockey, then Beer!
VANCOUVER, BC – Hockey and beer are favorites for fans on both sides of the border. But which is more beloved? As the Vancouver Canucks begin to celebrate their 40th anniversary a look back in team history proves that … Continue reading