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December 31, 2003

  • Rivalry vs. Panthers carries extra weight

  • December 30, 2003

  • Another for the birds
  • The power-play personnel possibly to be out of puck

  • December 29, 2003

  • So far, California no dream to Prospal

  • December 28, 2003

  • Goals, win brought back home
  • A cautious approach to one victory

  • December 27, 2003

  • Division leader schools Lightning
  • All or nothing under Tortorella

  • December 26, 2003

  • Lightning has big game ... or not

  • December 25, 2003

  • Feaster supports Lecavalier's benching

  • December 24, 2003

  • Roy does what he's told, propels Lightning to tie
  • Lecavalier, Tortorella at odds

  • December 23, 2003

  • Lightning power play suffering from anemia
  • Tonight; Lightning at Bruins

  • December 22, 2003

  • Holiday off ice

  • December 21, 2003

  • So much for the good vibes
  • Ex-associates stunned about Ramage

  • December 20, 2003

  • No one said hockey was a pretty sport
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Stars

  • December 19, 2003

  • Droughts and skids cease for Lightning
  • Wanna fight? Sure, no problem

  • December 18, 2003

  • Lecavalier is looking ahead to forget past

  • December 17, 2003

  • Turnaround must wait
  • Success breeds foes' intensity

  • December 16, 2003

  • A trip from frying pan into fire?

  • December 15, 2003

  • Teammates rebut Sudafed use by juniors

  • December 14, 2003

  • Power outage continues
  • Boyle okay, just not okay to play

  • December 12, 2003

  • Habby shines, but Ottawa gets win
  • Experience is a great teacher for Kubina

  • December 11, 2003

  • Roy tries to roll with the punches

  • December 10, 2003

  • Lightning lead slips away
  • Feaster still seeks deal for affiliate

  • December 9, 2003

  • Deal with Isles would help both teams
  • Slump sticks in Richards' head
  • Tonight: Lightning at Islanders

  • December 8, 2003

  • Third-period rally begets Lightning win
  • Boyle out for at least one week

  • December 7, 2003

  • Captain and team on track
  • Obscenities don't faze Sunshine

  • December 6, 2003

  • Lightning hits road in search of scoring
  • Tonight: Lightning at Sabres

  • December 5, 2003

  • Same old situation
  • Lapse leaves little to analyze for Habby
  • Minor adjustment

  • December 4, 2003

  • What Lightning needs is some ugly goals

  • December 3, 2003

  • Slumps stick around
  • Benching doesn't result in dissension

  • December 2, 2003

  • Boyle's back to punching in goals and an occasional opponent
  • Tonight: Lightning at Canadiens
  • Willis recalled to help end scoring drought

  • December 1, 2003

  • Everything must go

  • November 30, 2003

  • Top spot vanishes with lead
  • Tortorella: It's up to players to score
  • Punchless Afanasenkov is scratched

  • November 29, 2003

  • Effort, scoring return but winning ways do not
  • Punchless Afanasenkov is scratched
  • Tonight: Lightning at Thrashers

  • November 28, 2003

  • Stillman relishes shot vs. ex-team
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Blues

  • November 27, 2003

  • It's time again for players to right ship

  • November 26, 2003

  • Mired in power outage
  • Coach: I won't talk contract

  • November 25, 2003

  • One job, two top goalies, no problem
  • Lightning pair named top defensive players of week
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Rangers

  • November 24, 2003

  • A Habby special
  • Penalty disparity angers Tortorella

  • November 23, 2003

  • Kubina's two goals signal turnaround for defenseman
  • Team gets a break on injuries

  • November 22, 2003

  • Chances are, power is fine
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Sabres

  • November 21, 2003

  • A sour end to win
  • Deals planned for GM, staff

  • November 20, 2003

  • Success falls in line for this Lightning trio

  • November 19, 2003

  • Only one goal, but no worry for Andreychuk

  • November 17, 2003

  • It's shame coaches' future so uncertain

  • November 16, 2003

  • Grahame: U.S. spot would be 'an honor'
  • St. Louis responds when pressure builds

  • November 15, 2003

  • Tampa Bay gets up off floor
  • Grahame: U.S. spot would be 'an honor'

  • November 14, 2003

  • Lightning vs. Caps a rivalry in the making

  • November 12, 2003

  • Lightning losing luster
  • Comfort in familiar faces

  • November 11, 2003

  • Lightning keeps Ramsay under wraps
  • Boyle sheds no tears for Keenan
  • Tonight: Lightning at Panthers

  • November 10, 2003

  • Lightning salvages point from 'flat' effort
  • Grahame gets little support
  • Panthers interested in Lightning assistant

  • November 9, 2003

  • A rout like no other
  • Home cooking is nice but road trip is timely

  • November 8, 2003

  • Home is no place like NHL team
  • Lemieux out for tonight's game

  • November 7, 2003

  • Time doesn't run out in time
  • Need, timing there for a minor team

  • November 6, 2003

  • Svitov has answer: work hard
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Kings

  • November 5, 2003

  • Capitals snap Lightning streak
  • Memory and scar remain of Zubrus hit

  • November 4, 2003

  • In his sights
  • Svitov may play tonight after recall
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Capitals

  • November 3, 2003

  • Setting payroll harder than it appears

  • November 2, 2003

  • In the end, it's another win
  • St. Louis, team steamed about slash

  • November 1, 2003

  • Laukkanen picks buyout over minor-league stint
  • The rarer the goals, the bigger the role
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Hurricane

  • October 31, 2003

  • One streak lives, one gone
  • Tampa Bay pleased with Hershey

  • October 30, 2003

  • Special time for Lightning

  • October 29, 2003

  • Newest Lightning takes on dual roles

  • October 28, 2003

  • Fore! Lightning subs clubs for sticks

  • October 27, 2003

  • Keefe waits in wing for shot, trade

  • October 26, 2003

  • Three straight goals, 6-0 mark
  • He's the hot start expert

  • October 25, 2003

  • Psst, don't tell, but this is fun
  • Lightning gets Keefe back via waivers

  • October 24, 2003

  • How about 5-0 for openers?
  • Centers told: do better on faceoffs or else

  • October 23, 2003

  • Little things mean a lot to Lightning
  • The Unbeatens

  • October 22, 2003

  • Lightning 4-0 for first time
  • Grahame bides time, keeps focus

  • October 21, 2003

  • Tonight's game: Lightning vs. Thrashers

  • October 20, 2003

  • Team's success correlates with Khabibulin's success

  • October 19, 2003

  • Lightning enjoys this new memory
  • Playoff rancor over shot lingers
  • Roy stays seated, stays positive

  • October 18, 2003

  • Lightning is keeping rematch in perspective
  • Tonight's game: Lightning at Devils

  • October 17, 2003

  • Khabibulin rises to occasion
  • Coach: Modin must earn his playing time

  • October 16, 2003

  • Lightning can't hide from camera or coach
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Coyotes

  • October 15, 2003

  • Boyle's rise is on point

  • October 14, 2003

  • Richards ignores contract bashing

  • October 13, 2003

  • Youngsters deservedly sent down

  • October 12, 2003

  • For starters, Pratt wins fight for time
  • Two rise through the ranks

  • October 10, 2003

  • In the crosshairs
  • No doubt: A fall is avoidable
  • Back to earth
  • Old stick close to his heart, team
  • Season of high hopes here
  • NHL needs realistic goals
  • Lightning executives
  • Meet the Lightning
  • Approaching milestones
  • Behind the teams
  • Don't miss these games
  • Hockey 101
  • Lightning history
  • Lightning promotions
  • Nuts and 'Bolts
  • Ranking the league

  • October 9, 2003

  • Cullimore gets his due these days
  • Andreychuk may be winging it on right side

  • October 8, 2003

  • Friends part as Cibak stays, Svitov sent to AHL
  • Prospal always will cheer for Lightning

  • October 7, 2003

  • Goal-less preseason can't faze St. Louis
  • Coach splits Lecavalier, Prospal's replacement

  • October 6, 2003

  • Players bond during road trip

  • October 5, 2003

  • Chernobyl aftermath still haunts Fedotenko
  • Centers hold breath waiting for cut
  • Ten questions

  • October 4, 2003

  • Alexeev sent to AHL; Svitov on roster bubble

  • October 3, 2003

  • Minors a major problem

  • October 2, 2003

  • Keefe feeling left out of plans

  • October 1, 2003

  • 1st goal has Stillman on knees
  • Scene with Travolta was extra special

  • September 30, 2003

  • Time to land a job is now

  • September 29, 2003

  • Middle-aged and crazy for hockey
  • Richards hopes OT goal sparks surge

  • September 28, 2003

  • Other state cities may host preseason games
  • Preseason: Too long or just right?

  • September 27, 2003

  • It's early, but Stillman shows impressive habits
  • Lightning makes 'difficult' choice with Perrin

  • September 26, 2003

  • Ex-'Cane leads good outings

  • September 25, 2003

  • Lightning's Willis hopes there's no more drama
  • Lack of hustle baffles coach

  • September 24, 2003

  • Wanted: spots for players
  • Watchful Clymer looks for chance

  • September 23, 2003

  • Grahame shines while moving little

  • September 22, 2003

  • Lightning can't see the players for the penalties
  • Lecavalier out as foot infection reappears

  • September 21, 2003

  • Assistant making progress

  • September 20, 2003

  • Invisible man tag suits Lightning's Richards just fine
  • Lightning win takes heat off the vets

  • September 19, 2003

  • A sloppy 2-1 loss in opener
  • Finn has Lightning's eye

  • September 18, 2003

  • Lightning's enforcer must maintain control
  • Tournament finishes with conspiracy

  • September 17, 2003

  • Prospect watch

  • September 16, 2003

  • Date of dread a year away

  • September 15, 2003

  • Lecavalier is bigger, looks to be better
  • Feaster keeps Rumble in nick of time

  • September 14, 2003

  • Lecavalier, Stillman highlight first day
  • Success depends on growth

  • September 13, 2003

  • Fight for the right to be on right wing
  • Effort there, but some lack focus

  • September 12, 2003

  • No letdown, Lightning brass warns
  • Players lose breath, more in fitness test

  • September 11, 2003

  • Stillman is not a Prospal replica
  • Rookies impressive at camp

  • September 9, 2003

  • St. Louis sticks by old friend

  • September 7, 2003

  • A little competition doesn't hurt
  • Ten questions

  • September 6, 2003

  • Lightning rookies fail test

  • September 5, 2003

  • Lightning prospects will get a short look

  • September 4, 2003

  • Khabibulin eager to move forward

  • August 31, 2003

  • Not one holdout to hold 'em back

  • August 28, 2003

  • Richards, Lightning sign for three years

  • August 27, 2003

  • Lightning tickets on sale today

  • August 21, 2003

  • Lightning rewards Boyle: $5-million

  • August 17, 2003

  • Pratt takes cut in pay to stay

  • August 14, 2003

  • Lightning signs Stillman

  • August 13, 2003

  • Lightning, Stillman approach arbitration

  • August 10, 2003

  • In Richards' case, what's the deal?

  • July 31, 2003

  • Keefe, Willis take pay cut, re-sign with Lightning

  • July 30, 2003

  • Lightning re-signs Afanasenkov and Cibak

  • July 24, 2003

  • Lightning adds depth to its defensive corps

  • July 23, 2003

  • Lightning re-signs Clymer

  • July 19, 2003
  • Lightning retains backup goaltender

  • July 18, 2003

  • Lightning goes 1-for-2

  • July 17, 2003

  • Feaster pleased by new schedule

  • July 16, 2003

  • Lightning sign Lukowich, Roy to 2-year deals

  • July 13, 2003

  • Prospal to leave Lightning

  • July 11, 2003

  • Holmqvist signs with Lightning

  • July 6, 2003

  • A sampling of success alters owner's outlook

  • July 4, 2003

  • Team contacts defenseman

  • July 3, 2003

  • Meeting helps to defuse squabble

  • July 2, 2003

  • Lack of contract extension leaves Tortorella perturbed

  • July 1, 2003

  • Talks on Prospal deal fail

  • June 29, 2003

  • Lightning needs free-agent help

  • June 28, 2003

  • Lightning defensemen free to test the market

  • June 27, 2003

  • Andreychuk back in fold

  • June 23, 2003

  • Lightning's top pick a mix of brawn and brass
  • Diversity program works for Lightning
  • Optimism on Andreychuk, Prospal

  • June 22, 2003

  • Lightning deals for Stillman
  • Lightning is pleased with deal

  • June 21, 2003

  • Reduced scouting staff to endure longest wait
  • Ex-Lightning GM holds cards

  • June 20, 2003

  • Prospal headed for free agency
  • Players want Lightning to get new deals done

  • June 18, 2003

  • No moves planned, especially for goalies

  • June 13, 2003

  • Talks with Andreychuk and Prospal are in limbo

  • June 5, 2003

  • Lightning gets standout wing from Finland

  • June 1, 2003

  • GM can afford to wait

  • May 30, 2003


    NHL
  • Rumors link Avs, Lightning goalies

  • May 21, 2003

  • Neckar faces charges of DUI

  • May 18, 2003

  • Affiliate woes no minor matter

  • May 10, 2003

  • Andreychuk to return for 22nd season

  • May 5, 2003


    Lightning
  • Captain takes time to mull future
  • Feaster assuages Khabibulin quickly
  • Team's direction with goalies bears watching

  • May 4, 2003


    Lightning
  • Day after its elimination, Lightning looks forward
  • Devils coach heaps praise
  • Echoes
  • Five games to forget
  • Five games to remember

  • May 3, 2003


    Lightning
  • No joy in Jersey
  • Devil knows historic Lightning goalie very well
  • Lightning's goalie shuffle
  • Loss can't stem pride of a hard-fought season
  • No power plays for Lightning
  • Period by period
  • Sound bites

  • May 2, 2003


    Lightning
  • Pressure's on!
  • Invincible to invisible in just 1 series
  • Tonight: Lightning at Devils
  • Top players stumble

  • May 1, 2003


    Lightning
  • On the brink
  • Devils captain not only returns, but has big game
  • Errors add to woes for Khabibulin
  • Roundup by period
  • Sound bites
  • Tortorella among three finalists for award

  • April 30, 2003

  • Devils accusation slap in face to Kubina
  • Playoffs all about getting beat up
  • Slapshots
  • Tickets available

  • April 29, 2003

  • Striking back
  • Richards comes to life at just right time
  • Slapshots
  • Sound bites

  • April 28, 2003


    Lightning
  • Lecavalier continues to get star treatment
  • Slapshots

  • April 27, 2003

  • Tied, then denied
  • Langenbrunner joins litany of surprise scorers
  • Lecavalier vanishes first, then stumbles
  • Sound bites

  • NHL
  • Slapshots

  • April 26, 2003


    April 25, 2003

  • Fuhgetaboudit!
  • Despite losses, Devil enjoyed Lightning stint
  • This Devil can be real Maddening
  • Sound bites

  • NHL
  • Slapshots

  • April 24, 2003


    Lightning
  • Talk of the town
  • NHL: Slapshots
  • Lightning/Devils matchup
  • One fun guy who likes, ahem, his freedom
  • John Romano: Gimme five, on ice
  • Gary Shelton: A litany of Lightning thoughts past, present

  • April 23, 2003

  • It's good if puck hits you
  • Lined up against each other
  • Meet the New Jersey Devils
  • Star of Devils show is Brodeur

  • April 22, 2003

  • All grown up and knowing what to do
  • A matter of respect

  • April 21, 2003

  • Joy of Six
  • History repeats for Caps
  • Sound bites
  • NHL: Slapshots
  • Coach already preparing for Devils

  • April 20, 2003

  • An opening to shut Caps down
  • NHL: Slapshots
  • Top scorers could use help

  • April 19, 2003

  • Homemade Victory
  • Khabibulin climbs way to show-stopping form
  • For Caps, it's time to regroup
  • Slapshots
  • Sound bites

  • April 18, 2003

  • Almost Czech-mate
  • Slapshots: A home away from home

  • April 17, 2003


    Lightning
  • Spirit of St. Louis
  • Khabibulin shaky, but still winner
  • In the end, Lecavalier's best move was no move
  • Slapshots
  • Sound bites
  • John Romano: Let youngsters have points; Andreychuk makes plays

  • April 16, 2003


    Lightning
  • Recharged!
  • Grahame must wait for chance
  • Little in common, except in respect earned
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Capitals
  • Roy wants to stay, agent says
  • Period pieces
  • Sound bites
  • John Romano: Underdogs respond with clock ticking

  • April 15, 2003

  • Lightning hopes to turn over a new Leafs
  • Tonight: Lightning at Capitals
  • Slapshots: History lesson
  • Quiet excellence for Olie the goalie

  • April 14, 2003

  • Roy left out for next two Lightning games
  • Slapshots
  • The deficit causes no panic

  • April 13, 2003

  • Halfway to nowhere
  • Behind the scenes
  • Caps stars still hard to contain
  • Penalties help cost Lightning
  • Sound bites
  • NHL: Slapshots

  • April 12, 2003

  • Lightning erases memory
  • Baseball: Thigpen critically hurt
  • NHL: Slapshots
  • Cup experience keeps Lukowich motivated
  • Lang turns out to be tough loss

  • April 11, 2003

  • Open and shut out
  • Shutout leaves players gloomy
  • Crew triesto controlthe chaos
  • Sound bites
  • Slapshots

  • April 10, 2003

  • At the sports bars
  • Meet the Washington Capitals
  • Lightning players and their roles
  • Capitals vs. Lightning: 2002-3 game by game
  • Drumroll, please ...
  • The trophies
  • About the playoffs
  • High profile: Martin St. Louis
  • Where are they now: 1995-96 Tampa Bay Lightning
  • Turning points
  • From then until now
  • Some storylines to consider

  • April 9, 2003

  • Brad & Vinny's excellent adventure
  • Kubina takes his shot: Caps can't take a hit

  • April 8, 2003

  • 2003 Lightning resembles 2002 Stanley Cup finalist
  • Playoff tickets remain available
  • Passing mentality makes Prospal valuable

  • April 7, 2003

  • Given choice, Taylor plays
  • Lightning caught looking ahead

  • April 6, 2003

  • Challenge from fellow Czech fires up Kubina
  • Day-to-day plan changes a little as playoffs loom for Lightning
  • Today: Lightning at Thrashers

  • April 5, 2003

  • Sour home closer
  • Loss may do some good, Taylor says
  • Roy aware emotions are costly

  • April 4, 2003

  • Lightning won't back down despite championship label

  • April 3, 2003

  • Two points shy
  • Team upset playoff tickets aren't selling like expected

  • April 2, 2003

  • One shift
  • ABC's wishes might affect playoff start
  • NHL names Khabibulin March's best

  • April 1, 2003

  • Lightning still looking for a win in Boston
  • Clipping penalty angers Tortorella

  • March 31, 2003

  • Coach gives Lecavalier major kudos
  • Tonight: Lightning at Bruins
  • Bury past, prepare for future

  • March 30, 2003

  • In the end, a point worth the wait
  • Clymer's return leaves no room for Olvestad
  • Khabibulin modest in tie

  • March 29, 2003

  • Boyle vs. Florida: another chance to show up big
  • Lightning sells around 21,500 for first two games

  • March 28, 2003

  • Lightning fights for a point
  • Cullimore returns from injury to get ready for playoffs
  • Playoff berth pays off in a big way for Khabibulin

  • March 27, 2003


    Lightning
  • Lightning ready for next test
  • Gary Shelton: Feaster might not gloat, but he could

  • March 26, 2003

  • New year, new view, new result
  • Tortorella belongs atop ballots

  • March 25, 2003

  • Lightning in the playoffs
  • Feaster: Forget about that renewal, SI

  • March 24, 2003

  • Center takes shot at expectations

  • March 23, 2003

  • Just one more point
  • Team ending Springfield affiliation

  • March 22, 2003

  • Goalie has Lightning's back

  • March 21, 2003

  • Grahame's stops good for a Lightning point
  • Cullimore plans his return

  • March 20, 2003

  • Lightning set to push door open
  • Tonight: Lightning at Kings

  • March 19, 2003

  • Scoring drought frustrates Modin

  • March 18, 2003

  • Point taken and lost
  • Prospal's honor reflects hot team

  • March 17, 2003

  • Lightning of the North hits town
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Wild

  • March 16, 2003

  • Playoffs get nearer after rally
  • Extra fun on return home

  • March 15, 2003

  • Lightning finds way to the top
  • Tonight: Lightning at Canadiens
  • Sale a relief to ex-Sabres

  • March 14, 2003

  • Penalty kills provide a spark
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Sabres

  • March 13, 2003

  • A qualified victory
  • Injured Taylor proud of perseverance

  • March 12, 2003

  • Lightning adds two to family
  • Holzinger in classy farewell to team

  • March 11, 2003

  • Lightning's all talk, no trade

  • March 10, 2003

  • Beside the point ...
  • Trade talk would focus on prospects, picks

  • March 9, 2003

  • One Lightning unit is staying on defensive

  • March 8, 2003

  • A roaring, soaring night
  • Taylor recalls ill will for Avs

  • March 7, 2003

  • He shoots, he scores, he rejoices

  • March 6, 2003

  • Trip ends on a downer
  • Center invests in home team
  • Lightning clarifies ticket rules
  • Gary Shelton: Wanted: Fanfare of '95-96

  • March 5, 2003

  • Suddenly, it acts like road warrior
  • Tonight: Lightning at Red Wings
  • L.A. defenseman may be tough to get

  • March 4, 2003

  • Another feat for captain
  • Tonight: Lightning at Islanders
  • Khabibulin gets top player nod

  • March 3, 2003

  • Lightning not the only beneficiary of playoffs

  • March 2, 2003

  • Convincing, confident victory
  • Roy makes news in Ottawa

  • March 1, 2003

  • It's fight (er, game) time in Ottawa
  • Tonight: Lightning at Senators

  • February 28, 2003

  • Hit the road ... jacked
  • Lightning try to get game on Sunshine
  • John Romano: Lightning has no excuses in playoff push

  • February 27, 2003

  • Lightning owners could cut losses

  • February 26, 2003

  • Khabibulin returns to his stingiest form
  • Andreychuk's first priority is wins
  • Playoff tickets

  • February 25, 2003

  • St. Louis seeks cure for scoring slump

  • February 24, 2003

  • Sabres hold Lightning back
  • Team seeking perfect fit in a defenseman
  • 'Gutless play' makes Grahame fighting mad

  • February 23, 2003

  • Lightning defenseman Boyle is in a rhythm

  • February 22, 2003

  • Lost chances, one lost point
  • Right wing becomes a casualty of victories

  • February 21, 2003

  • Vinny poses for SI
  • Lightning's success in details

  • February 20, 2003


    Lightning
  • Striking while hot
  • Gary Shelton: Owners, it's time to ante up

  • February 19, 2003

  • Tortorella pushing players to new level
  • Tonight: Lightning vs Thrashers

  • February 18, 2003

  • Lightning back in elite 8
  • St. Louis blames slump on energy lag

  • February 17, 2003

  • Lightning to continue key stretch tonight
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Capitals

  • February 16, 2003

  • Tampa Bay sends a message

  • February 15, 2003

  • Lightning sluggish, then strong in rally
  • GM considers short-timers
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Bruins
  • Feaster part of national team

  • February 14, 2003

  • Three-game suspension starts tonight for Roy

  • February 13, 2003

  • Halt could hit Lightning hard

  • February 12, 2003

  • Isles fly by Lightning
  • Keefe waiting for his chance

  • February 11, 2003

  • Lightning laments points it lost late

  • February 10, 2003

  • NHL forecast: Doom and gloom for some teams

  • February 9, 2003

  • Charity goes on in draw
  • Buy or sell? GM will wait

  • February 8, 2003

  • Lightning left dizzy by ups and downs

  • February 7, 2003

  • Lightning lets it slip by
  • Andreychuk honored, but he's not finished
  • John Romano: Spark for slumping goalie

  • February 6, 2003

  • Cullimore's pain is shared by Lightning
  • Tonight Lightning vs. Maple Leafs

  • February 5, 2003

  • Woe with a Capitals' W
  • Khabibulin puts team first

  • February 4, 2003

  • Lightning kicks off stretch run with biggie
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Capitals

  • February 3, 2003

  • Lightning contributes big

  • February 2, 2003

  • Convincing, confident victory
  • Roy makes news in Ottawa

  • February 1, 2003

  • Breaking down barriers

  • January 31, 2003

  • St. Louis' three begets two
  • Sick Khabibulin sits out again

  • January 30, 2003

  • Lightning's minute man
  • Tonight; Lightning vs. Hurricanes

  • January 29, 2003

  • Another contender falls
  • Hot hand will be in goal
  • Lecavalier named All-Star

  • January 28, 2003

  • Learning from mistakes a must for a playoff push
  • Ownership can help its team join fun

  • January 26, 2003

  • Pattern of letdowns goes on
  • Beating best boosts Grahame

  • January 25, 2003

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    January 23, 2003

  • Lightning letdown averted
  • Tantrum a strike against complacency

  • January 22, 2003

  • Scoring drought bedevils Lightning
  • Lightning's Prospal: 2-game suspension
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Canadiens

  • January 21, 2003

  • Striking victory
  • Coach wants consistency in goal

  • January 20, 2003

  • Alexeev back with more to prove
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Senators

  • January 19, 2003

  • Tampa Bay finds itself just average
  • Even on ice, fever present
  • Past vs. Senators looming

  • January 18, 2003

  • Lightning left looking upward
  • Today: Lightning at Flyers

  • January 17, 2003

  • A happy All-Star, he thinks bigger
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Penguins
  • Instead of sitting, Keefe is sent down

  • January 16, 2003

  • Picking NHL's best can prove difficult

  • January 15, 2003

  • Ottawa broke, but it owns Tampa Bay
  • Feaster: No three-way deal

  • January 14, 2003

  • Lightning gets backup goalie

  • January 13, 2003

  • Defensemen adjust without teammates
  • All-stars should include Boyle

  • January 12, 2003

  • Fighting chance nets tie
  • Players also follow Bucs
  • Khabibulin returns to All-Star Game

  • January 11, 2003

  • Khabibulin poised for All-Star start
  • Lightning learns lesson
  • Tonight's game: Lightning vs. Devils

  • January 10, 2003

  • From huge splash to huge splat
  • Feaster seeks top-four defenseman

  • January 9, 2003

  • Lightning expects more from Khabibulin
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Thrashers

  • January 8, 2003

  • Khabibulin clips Red Wings
  • Boyle out with hand injury

  • January 7, 2003

  • Words of wisdom from within
  • Fans in the dark for Lightning vs. Wings

  • January 6, 2003

  • Red Wings fans invade Tuesday

  • January 5, 2003

  • Lightning comes up short against Blues
  • Sarich keeps eye on youngsters

  • January 4, 2003

  • Tonight: Lightning at Blues
  • Lightning fighting to stop slide

  • January 3, 2003

  • Tampa Bay special teams are anything but

  • January 2, 2003

  • Tonight: Lightning at Flames
  • Beware of ides of January

  • January 1, 2003

  • Ottawa's offense scalds Tampa Bay
  • Roy returns to lineup with visor

  • December 31, 2002

  • Senators looking to neutralize Lightning

  • December 30, 2002

  • Lightning earns powerful victory
  • Ranger makes first trip back to Tampa

  • December 29, 2002

  • Ramsay: odyssey on ice

  • December 28, 2002

  • Three in the third is a lift
  • Lecavalier's game still on the rise

  • December 27, 2002

  • Lightning seeks right bounces
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Bruins

  • December 25, 2002

  • Hamrlik: Lightning's missing link?

  • December 24, 2002

  • Tampa Bay frustrated by another hot goalie
  • Lightning continues to miss on late scoring opportunities

  • December 23, 2002

  • Taylor leads the way in captain's absence
  • Captain might be back tonight
  • Tonight: Lightning at Capitals

  • December 22, 2002

  • Late flurry fails to net second point
  • Andreychuk glad to be skating again

  • December 21, 2002

  • Early anger gives way to production for Pratt

  • December 20, 2002

  • Lightning fails to turn tables
  • Injury stunts right wing's improvement

  • December 19, 2002

  • A positive point
  • Faceoff wins down without Andreychuk

  • December 18, 2002

  • Not sink or swim yet, but game still pivotal
  • Team on sideline of cable fight

  • December 17, 2002

  • Comfort exceeds benefit of visors

  • December 16, 2002

  • Lecavalier proves even wrong moves can work

  • December 15, 2002

  • Lightning strikes back on home ice
  • Cullen glad to come back

  • December 14, 2002

  • Homecoming just one highlight for Lecavalier

  • December 13, 2002

  • A tough win ends a trying road trip
  • Taylor angered by league ruling

  • December 12, 2002

  • Khabibulin blames himself for skid
  • Injured Taylor: bench Wild goalie
  • Tonight: Lightning at Canadiens

  • December 11, 2002

  • Second is downfall this time
  • NHL: No-goal call was right

  • December 10, 2002

  • The art of closing the deal is elusive
  • Tonight: Lightning at Wild

  • December 9, 2002

  • Lightning loses another one late
  • Tortorella convinced call went wrong way

  • December 8, 2002

  • Two points become one after disallowed goal
  • Tonight: Lightning at Blackhawks
  • Bruins holdout sparks talks

  • December 7, 2002

  • Lightning stresses saving leads
  • Curse of Beantown gets another test today

  • December 6, 2002

  • Broken toe to sideline Andreychuk 4-6 weeks
  • A bad day ends well

  • December 5, 2002

  • St. Louis' success is highly valued

  • December 4, 2002

  • A pointed collapse
  • Quinn's calm is rewarded

  • December 3, 2002

  • Lightning keeps spirits up despite recent downturn

  • December 2, 2002

  • Bure spurt spurs new challenge
  • Lightning gives it away on late flurry

  • December 1, 2002

  • Lightning is out to sustain edge against Rangers

  • November 30, 2002

  • Reserve goaltender offsets Tampa Bay's power
  • Cloutier sees growth in himself, former team

  • November 29, 2002

  • Confidence stimulates Lightning comebacks

  • November 28, 2002

  • Lightning laments lost opportunities
  • Holzinger remains patient

  • November 27, 2002

  • Consistent Sarich keeps perspective
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Sabres

  • November 26, 2002

  • No rest for Andreychuk after 600th goal

  • November 25, 2002

  • Feaster should take ownership up on offer

  • November 24, 2002

  • Milestone energizes Lightning
  • Team will stay together and relax

  • November 23, 2002

  • 'Ticker' waits to get second chance

  • November 22, 2002

  • Taking a pounding
  • Ownership could open purse strings, CEO says
  • John Romano: Davidson just wants some help


  • November 21, 2002

  • Lightning still seeks QB for anemic power play
  • Unhappy coach benches Kubina
  • Up next

  • November 20, 2002


    Lightning
  • Home streak ended
  • Hitchcock notes Lecavalier's progress

  • Gary Shelton
  • Lightning making it easy to be a hockey fan

  • November 19, 2002

  • Prospal's power in passing
  • Player of week: Khabibulin

  • November 18, 2002

  • Rare scorers lift Lightning
  • Kubina's exile to press box ends

  • November 17, 2002

  • A big shot at legitimacy
  • Andreychuk keeps focus on No. 600

  • November 15, 2002

  • He adds more than muscle
  • Lightning picks up coaches' options

  • November 14, 2002

  • Play, nothing else, determines ice time

  • November 13, 2002

  • Khabibulin works to be perfect

  • November 12, 2002

  • Goalie's work pays
  • Andreychuk recognized for record
  • Lightning scratches Kubina

  • November 11, 2002

  • Boyle takes offense and Lightning loves it

  • November 10, 2002

  • Lightning gives up this season's 1st home loss
  • Feaster not yet shopping around

  • November 9, 2002

  • Hats off as Vinny ends skid
  • Scratch upsets Lukowich

  • November 8, 2002

  • Players hope healing starts in homestand
  • Svitov sent to AHL team

  • November 7, 2002

  • Referees call too much

  • November 6, 2002

  • Opportunities blown
  • Coach keeping lines in flux in search for offensive jolt

  • November 5, 2002

  • Special needs arise for Lightning
  • Maple Leafs shaken up by slump

  • November 4, 2002

  • Lightning still in a battle for respect

  • November 3, 2002

  • Lecavalier makes last year easy to forget

  • November 2, 2002

  • Tampa Bay finally falters under Capital barrage
  • Up next
  • Svitov avoids being sent to the minors

  • November 1, 2002

  • Power supply
  • Up next

  • October 31, 2002

  • Home streak rolls on
  • Roy re-establishes himself as enforcer

  • October 30, 2002

  • No tall tales
  • Tonight: Lightning vs. Rangers

  • October 29, 2002

  • Tampa Bay energized against in-state rival
  • Hodson's effort pleases Feaster

  • October 28, 2002

  • Lightning set for first test of fortitude

  • October 27, 2002

  • Devils rudely snap streak
  • Tough debut for Hodson

  • October 26, 2002

  • The streak grows
  • Lecavalier plays with a brace on knee

  • October 25, 2002

  • Start has Lightning pleased, guarded
  • Roy's 13-game suspension ends

  • October 24, 2002

  • Lightning recovers to earn tie
  • Khabibulin to keep starting

  • October 23, 2002

  • Unhappy Bruin interests Lightning
  • Blue Jackets rookie hopes to learn on fly

  • October 22, 2002

  • A streak of Lightning
  • Lecavalier out about two weeks

  • October 21, 2002

  • Clymer makes most of chance given him
  • Lecavalier likely out for tonight

  • October 20, 2002

  • A tie and a record: Lightning unbeaten through four
  • Andreychuk moving up list for longevity

  • October 19, 2002

  • Lightning lights the lamp a lot
  • Modin on line that suits him

  • October 18, 2002

  • He tells it like it is

  • October 17, 2002

  • Dingman out two games for high-sticking incident

  • October 16, 2002

  • Lightning tours Central Command

  • October 15, 2002

  • Lightning awaits NHL ruling
  • Can team take a page from Twins and A's?

  • October 14, 2002

  • Fisticuffs with 'Canes help build camaraderie

  • October 13, 2002

  • Another smashing victory
  • Fedotenko makes Lightning look good
  • Dingman defends penalty minutes

  • October 12, 2002

  • Overachieving 'Canes Lightning's role model

  • October 11, 2002

  • Lightning rescues win
  • Video review confirms Florida goal
  • Sore groin keeps Modin out

  • October 10, 2002

  • No more excuses, Lightning declares
  • GM doesn't regret Weekes deal
  • Don't miss these games
  • Ticket information
  • Nuts and 'Bolts
  • Hockey 101
  • From Yale to the NHL
  • Timeless Classic
  • NHL preview tidbits
  • Ranking the league
  • Meet the Lightning
  • Lightning executive bios

  • October 9, 2002

  • New territory
  • RW Willis placed on waivers

  • October 8, 2002

  • Lost: a power play, please return to Lightning if found
  • Roster spot looks good for Svitov

  • October 7, 2002

  • Lecavalier turns over new leaf
  • Assignment upsets Alexeev

  • October 6, 2002

  • Modin anxious to slap back into good form of 2000-01
  • Khabibulin shows how it's done
  • Lightning: 10 questions/answers exiting camp

  • October 5, 2002

  • GM: Checks, please
  • Winning streak ends at three

  • October 4, 2002

  • Hodson's hanging on

  • October 3, 2002

  • Notebook: Taylor exposed in waiver draft

  • October 2, 2002

  • Tampa Bay posts shutout over Thrashers in preseason game
  • Personnel director gets back to the game

  • October 1, 2002

  • Poor show of faith in Tortorella
  • Future status of G Hodson still unclear

  • September 30, 2002

  • Lightning center won't be sidelined by injury

  • September 29, 2002

  • Hodson looks better in win
  • Last season's backups now think they have all it takes

  • September 28, 2002

  • Khabibulin, Svitov have solid outings in victory

  • September 27, 2002

  • Bumps, bruises adding up
  • Feaster looks forward to facing former boss

  • September 26, 2002

  • Eight power plays and no goals in a 3-0 loss to the Hurricanes
  • Lightning works to be quicker on the draw

  • September 25, 2002

  • Sarich adopts a simple plan
  • Fedotenko's goal ties division foe Hurricanes

  • September 24, 2002

  • Time for Willis to take his shot
  • Shuffle will continue with tonight's lineups
  • CEO: Early expectations too high
  • Prospect watch

  • September 23, 2002

  • Pratt hopes for good health
  • Prospect watch

  • September 22, 2002

  • Boyle defends scoring ability
  • Prospect watch
  • Lightning returns to last year's form in loss

  • September 21, 2002


    Lightning
  • Kubina's breakout season expected
  • Tampa Bay thrashes Atlanta to start

  • September 20, 2002

  • Rules aim to speed up play
  • Coaches watching preseason closely
  • Prospect watch

  • Gary Shelton
  • Lightning's fate shadows Vinny's

  • September 19, 2002

  • Hodson's saving grace? 23 stops

  • September 18, 2002

  • Goalie Hodson takes struggles in stride
  • Lightning's Richards doesn't lack ambition

  • September 17, 2002

  • Prospect watch
  • Players place more emphasis on scrimmages

  • September 16, 2002

  • Lightning could ride goalie to playoffs
  • Rancorous labor fight looms large
  • Lack of progress could lead to deals

  • September 15, 2002

  • Fedotenko brings color to Lightning
  • Prospect Watch
  • Prospect lights up scrimmage

  • September 14, 2002

  • Lightning scrambling positions

  • September 13, 2002

  • Players look on bright side as camp starts
  • Lecavalier could be a future captain

  • John Romano
  • Lightning GM has short time to win over fans

  • September 11, 2002

  • Naming-rights deal may boost payroll
  • Holzinger injured again

  • September 10, 2002

  • St. Louis shows offform after surgery

  • September 9, 2002

  • No mental or physical respite for Lecavalier

  • September 8, 2002

  • 10 Lightning questions entering camp
  • Lightning camp
  • A simple plan: score more

  • August 17, 2002

  • Lightning finances grim, says report

  • August 16, 2002

  • Lightning signs wings Fedotenko and Dwyer

  • August 15, 2002

  • Lightning adds Barber to staff

  • August 14, 2002

  • Lightning signs Prospal to deal

  • August 7, 2002

  • Boyle, Lightning avoid arbitration

  • August 6, 2002

  • Lightning rookie takes control

  • August 2, 2002

  • Lightning and Roy avoid arbitration

  • August 1, 2002

  • Arbitration is not fun in NHL

  • July 31, 2002

  • Lightning re-signs LW Dingman
  • Tortorella speaks on Vinny, team and losing

  • July 28, 2002

  • Lightning re-signs wing Willis for a season

  • July 23, 2002

  • Lightning gives raise to Kubina

  • July 21, 2002

  • Feaster says team staying on course

  • July 19, 2002

  • Sign or miss season, GM says

  • July 17, 2002

  • Modin relieved to have one-year deal done

  • July 16, 2002

  • Modin expected to sign deal

  • July 14, 2002

  • Fleury would be big risk

  • July 11, 2002

  • Lightning has shot at fast start

  • July 1, 2002

  • Feaster: Price must be right

  • June 26, 2002

  • Andreychuk stays put, as does price

  • June 25, 2002

  • McSorley reflects, moves on

  • June 24, 2002

  • Coming to Lightning camp near you: competition
  • Wilson: Criticism of Feaster unwarranted
  • 7th-round pick has Lightning beaming

  • June 23, 2002

  • Wilson: Local presence is welcome
  • Feaster continues to shop
  • Fans gather to (mostly) cheer

  • June 22, 2002

  • Lightning trades No. 4 pick

  • June 21, 2002

  • Lightning still covers the world
  • Oilers show some interest in No. 4 pick

  • June 19, 2002

  • Lightning likely to trade pick
  • Lightning won't get top 3 on wish list

  • June 16, 2002

  • If all else fails, trade Vinny

  • June 9, 2002

  • Carolina is a model of success

  • June 7, 2002

  • Lightning affiliate interviews McSorley for coaching job

  • June 2, 2002

  • Hodson ready after seasons off

  • May 22, 2002

  • Lightning re-signs St. Louis

  • May 21, 2002

  • Andreychuk says he'll play

  • May 19, 2002

  • Trading game can begin anew with the draft fast approaching

  • May 7, 2002

  • Most yearly tickets for Lightning are cheaper
  • Hockey wants tax bill help

  • May 2, 2002

  • Concussion forces Svoboda to retire

  • April 21, 2002

  • Lightning waits out Svitov military saga

  • April 17, 2002

  • Team won't offer a deal to Kochan
  • Esposito shelves sale inquiry

  • April 16, 2002

  • Playoffs still not part of Lightning progress
  • Owners must step up quickly

  • April 15, 2002

  • At the end, more bickering ... and a win
  • Svoboda's Tampa Bay days done

  • April 14, 2002

  • Feaster set to make his move

  • April 13, 2002

  • No happy ending for home finale
  • Participation in Worlds still up in the air

  • April 12, 2002

  • He shoots, he . . . still is stuck on one goal

  • April 11, 2002

  • Slow starts hurt as Lightning nears end
  • Hurricanes' Weekes still on bench

  • April 10, 2002

  • Lecavalier's late score leads to tie
  • Kubina shines on offense, but not on defense

  • April 9, 2002

  • Lightning on lookout for motivation

  • April 8, 2002

  • Slow start dooms Tampa Bay
  • Richards keeps perfect attendance mark going

  • April 7, 2002

  • Modin might return for tonight's game
  • Alexeev's timing improving
  • Dudley: Troubles deep for Vinny

  • April 6, 2002

  • Star power, without star ego

  • April 5, 2002

  • Down 2-0, Lightning takes out Penguins
  • Sharing of AHL affiliate might end

  • April 4, 2002

  • Goaltending is no help as Tampa Bay spirals
  • Right wing catches a break

  • April 3, 2002

  • Lightning left wing Roy draws long suspension
  • St. Louis says he's ready to play

  • April 2, 2002

  • Late play matters most down the stretch
  • Grit, goals, but no win

  • April 1, 2002

  • Lecavalier in sync with expectations

  • March 31, 2002

  • Not enough offense to bother Ottawa
  • Ylonen takes Ottawa trade in stride

  • March 30, 2002

  • Roy ready to take on ex-team

  • March 29, 2002

  • This time Khabibulin can't get enough offensive help
  • GM: Richards raising standard

  • March 28, 2002

  • Can you recognize this man?

  • March 27, 2002

  • 85 seconds, 4 goals, 1 loss
  • Payroll contingent on results
  • Lecavalier can be better, coach says

  • March 26, 2002

  • Determination is a determining factor

  • March 25, 2002

  • Late dominance ends in a flash
  • Team's recent form inspires St. Louis to push for return

  • March 24, 2002

  • Keefe works way back up

  • March 23, 2002

  • Last-gasp goal nets a point for Montreal
  • Emphasis on team even on Nik night
  • Svitov might miss even more time

  • March 22, 2002

  • Man in the mask
  • Lightning streaks into playoff race
  • Lecavalier not going anywhere, GM Feaster says

  • March 21, 2002

  • Lightning rallies again
  • The pucks fly in Tampa, with few major injuries
  • Modin sore after first practice

  • March 20, 2002

  • Changes possible after girl's death
  • Prospal picks up points, fun

  • March 19, 2002

  • Tampa Bay trips top team
  • GM Feaster expects quiet deadline day

  • March 18, 2002

  • A comeback, just not a victory
  • Playoff contender looks at Andreychuk
  • Cullimore's hit raises Ruff's ire

  • March 17, 2002

  • He leads debate team too
  • Dudley had role in rule that helps Tampa Bay

  • March 16, 2002

  • Lightning bulks up with trade

  • March 15, 2002

  • Luck, power play produce a victory
  • NHL fines Tortorella $1,000

  • March 14, 2002

  • A great player, an even better person

  • March 13, 2002

  • Road rally results in another point
  • Healthy Pratt gets back into the flow

  • March 12, 2002

  • A few extra bucks really can help

  • March 11, 2002

  • A fun time had by all (except the visitors)
  • Feaster displeased over trade rumors

  • March 10, 2002

  • Tough mountain to climb

  • March 9, 2002

  • Tampa Bay fades at the finish
  • Contact made, not initiated

  • March 8, 2002

  • Concussions, repercussions

  • March 7, 2002

  • All good things must end
  • Khabibulin may play rest of games
  • An aging Ciccarelli talking to Lightning about a return

  • March 6, 2002

  • A recovered Lecavalier wants to join in the fun
  • Weekes traded by Lightning
  • March 5
    Team continues to monitor its situation with Ciger
    TAMPA -- Struggling left wing Zdeno Ciger has been granted a temporary stay from reporting to minor league Springfield as a final battery of tests are conducted to determine the severity of his anxiety attacks.

    March 4
    Andreychuk hauls big load
    TAMPA -- Veteran left wing Dave Andreychuk was brought in this season to make intangible contributions.

    March 3
    Comeback kids slam door on Florida
    LIGHTNING 3, PANTHERS 2: A bout and three late goals carry Tampa Bay to consecutive wins.

    Trio avoids first-class problem
    TAMPA -- Lightning forward Sheldon Keefe made a veteran move last weekend -- in an airport.

    March 2
    Wounded club makes pieces fit
    LIGHTNING 4, SHARKS 2: Injury-riddled Tampa Bay goes on attack to snap San Jose's win streak at 7.

    Ciger finished with Lightning
    TAMPA -- Three days after forward Zdeno Ciger left the bench during a game, general manager Jay Feaster said Friday the 32-year-old will not play again for the Lightning.

    March 1
    Injuries provide rookie chance for regular shifts
    Nikita Alexeev, the No. 8 pick in 2000, knows he has a lot to learn as he acclimates himself to the NHL.

    Tortorella blasts Ciger for missing game, practice
    "I don't buy it. He's healthy to play," the Lightning coach says.

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