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Lightning Morning News: Nikita Kucherov keeps setting records, well tying them at least

Lost in the frustration and gloom of the Lightning’s 5-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets was the fact that Nikita Kucherov picked up his 70th assist of the season as he had the helper on Gage Goncalves’ deflection goal in the first period. The goal gave the Lightning a lead (their first against a non-Toronto team since the Olympic Break) and notched a little history for Kucherov. According to the Lightning, Kucherov is now the 10th player in NHL history with at least five career 70-assi...

Lightning can’t find the offense in 5-2 loss to Columbus

Another night, and another loss for the Tampa Bay Lightning. A team that just a month ago couldn’t lose, looks completely lost on the ice as they drop their sixth game out of their last seven. Despite scoring first, a three-goal second period by the Columbus Blue Jackets left the Lightning asking more questions as they kicked off their homestead with a 5-2 loss to the hard-charging Metro Division team. Gage Goncalves scored in his return from injury and J.J. Moser cut the lead to one goal...

Jamel Dean Steelers contract details revealed

The Steelers and former Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean agreed to a three-year, $36.75 million deal on the first day of the NFL’s legal tampering period Monday. On Tuesday, Over the Cap reported the structure of Dean’s contract in Pittsburgh, and it’s impressively team friendly. Dean has a $1.5 million salary in 2026, and along with […]

GDT: Hey Twins, thanks for the Delmon Young trade

Gavin Lux is slated to make his spring debut while Chandler Simpson and Cedric Mullins will make their returns to the Rays lineup. First pitch against the Minnesota Twins is at 1:05 at Charlotte Sports Park and the Rays will be providing radio coverage.

Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 free agent grades

The Pittsburgh Steelers were very active to kickoff the opening day of legal tampering, the unofficial beginning of the new league year. In total, Pittsburgh made six moves, ranging from re-signings, free agent signings, and trades. In light of those moves, these are my grades for every one of them. CB Asante Samuel Re-signing Samuel […]

Good day to start winning: Blue Jackets at Lightning Preview

Game Sixty-Three: Columbus Blue Jackets (32-21-10) at Tampa Bay Lightning (39-19-4) Time: 7:00 PM EST Location: Benchmark International Arena, Ten minutes from La Segunda Bakery, a Tampa institution since 1915 TV/Stream/Radio: The Spot, FDSNOH, ESPN+, 102.5 FM, Lightning App Odds: Lightning – 238 Know the Opponents: The Cannon Let’s see….why is today a good day to start a new winning streak? First off, the Lightning are back at home after a tough road trip. Second...

Lions News: Alex Anzalone pens goodbye letter to Detroit

Former Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone is saying goodbye to the community, as another fan-favorite leaves Detroit. On Monday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Anzalone is signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with initial contract terms for two years and $17 million. First signed in 2021, Anzalone worked together to create an identity for the Lions […]

Rico Dowdle Steelers contract revealed

New Steelers running back Rico Dowdle will be signing a two-year, $12.25 million deal with Pittsburgh, KPRC2’ Aaron Wilson reported late Monday. Dowdle’s $6.125 yearly average is less than the $7 million former Steeler Kenneth Gainwell is expected to be making with the Tampa Buccaneers on his new deal. Dowdle rushed for 1,076 yards and […]

Rays Reacts Survey: WBC Edition

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rays fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Please take our survey

Mike Evans Signs With 49ers

49ers News Mike Evans Leaves Tampa Bay, Signs Three-Year Deal With San Francisco 49ers Wide receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after 12 seasons, agreeing to a three-year contract worth up to $60.4 million with the San Francisco 49ers, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, [...]

Steelers sign star NFC cornerback

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made their first external free agent signing of 2026. After trading for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. Pittsburgh has made a splash on the defensive side of the ball. The Steelers are signing former Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean to a three-year, $36.75 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. […]

Lions free agency: Alex Anzalone signing with Buccaneers

As expected, linebacker Alex Anzalone has played his final game with the Detroit Lions. As first reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN, Anzalone is signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Initial contract terms are for two years and $17 million. Anzalone originally signed with the Lions in 2021 and helped establish Aaron Glenn’s defense from […]

Detroit Tigers vs. Tampa Bay Rays, 1:05 p.m.

Detroit Tigers vs. Tampa Bay Rays Time/Place: 1:05 p.m., Joker Marchant Stadium – Lakeland, FLSB Nation Site: DRaysBayMedia: Tigers Radio Network Lineups RAYS TIGERS Carson Williams – SS Wenceel Perez – CF Jacob Melton – CF Javier Baez – SS Justyn-Henry Malloy – LF Dillon Dingler – C Will Simpson – DH Riley Greene – LF Logan […]

Four numbers that actually matter in Spring Training: Week Two

This is the second installment in analyzing team trends as we move towards the regular season. It’s still early and the exact numbers matter less than the trends they point toward – especially when compared to the same measurements from the 2025 season. The underlying data from Rays outfielders has stood out the most so […]

Lightning Morning News: Erik Cernak is the latest member to pick up an injury

It seems the only consistent part of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s season this year has been the rate of injuries suffered by their players. Lost in the “spectacle” of the loss to Buffalo was the fact that the Lightning spent most of the game with only five defensemen. Erik Cernak left the game just seconds into the second period following a fight with Michael Kesselring and didn’t return. It’s hard to say what it was that kept him from returning. Neither player landed a clean punch ...

Braves News: Starting Rotation, Mauricio Dubon, More

On Sunday, the Braves lost to the Rays 9-8 in a game that was no too enjoyable if you like good pitching. Bryce Elder was rocked from the start, while Joey Wentz left the game due to a knee injury (early indications are it is not serious.) Overall, the Braves have got good production from […]

Lightning come back only to blow lead in 8-7 loss

It looked like things were headed to another blowout loss to the Buffalo Sabres as the Tampa Bay Lightning trailed 4-1 in the second period. Instead they poured on the offense and eventually led 7-5. Then the home team roared back with three goals in just over four minutes, capped off by Josh Doan’s power play goal, to pick up the 8-7 victory. Corey Perry scored in his second game with the Bolts while Nikita Kucherov had three points (2 goals, 1 assist) in the loss. From the blue line, J....

Spring Training March 8 Game Thread: Braves at Rays

It’s time for another Bryce Elder spring training start, as the Atlanta Braves continue to make their way through the Grapefruit League. For those keeping track at home, the Braves are actually sitting on top of the Grapefruit League standings, which is surely the greatest achievement that this team has accomplished in quite some time, […]

Make it a streak: Lightning at Sabres preview

Game Sixty-Two: Tampa Bay Lightning (39-18-4) at Buffalo Sabres (38-19-6) Time: 6:00 PM EST Location: KeyBank Center, Beef on weck vs. Cuban Sandwich TV/Stream/Radio: The Spot, MSG-B, ESPN+, 102.5 FM, Lightning App Odds: Lightning -115 Know the Opponents: Die by the Blade Since coming out of the extended break, the Tampa Bay Lightning are 2-0 against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Unfortunately, they are 0-4 against everyone else. They look to snap the struggles in a ke...