SURGE: Nikita Kucherov & Brandon Hagel DRIVE Lightning’s Electric Start | But Can They FIX Special Teams?

Podcast: Locked On Lightning - Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Lightning · Locked On Podcast Network, Josh Sperber

Opublikowano: 2026-10-19

Tampa Bay Lightning shine behind Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel’s electric start, but special teams woes raise tough questions for the Bolts’ Cup hopes. Can the dynamic duo’s relentless energy overcome early struggles on power play and penalty kill, or will these weaknesses hold Tampa Bay back in an ultra-competitive Atlantic Division? Nick Morgan spotlights standout performances, including Dennis Hildeby’s reliable backup work and the concerning early returns on Jeffrey Viel’s pricey contract. Plus, with nearly every team in the Atlantic surging, the stakes are higher than ever as rivals like the Boston Bruins and...