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ThunderBug Book Series Continues At UCH
So what would happen if Thunderbug got injured playing street hockey and had to go to the University Community Hospital pediatric emergency room?
You can find out in Thunderbug's Great Adventure at University Community Hospital. The second in a series of children's books being developed by the Lightning will help kids gain a better understanding of what to expect in a hospital setting. The book simplifies experiences such as an MRI, x-rays and even a surgical procedure. ... Read more
If nothing else, the Tampa Bay Lightning is loose; remember Wednesday's game is at 7
First, a reminder. Wednesday's game with the Maple Leafs at the St. Pete Times Forum is at 7 p.m. to accommodate Canadian TV.
So, this is what we saw today after the Tampa Bay Lightning's practice: ... Read more
Tampa Bay Lightning coach Rick Tocchet shuffles lines after Monday's mass benching
There actually was a bit of anticipation going out to practice today as the Tampa Bay Lightning licked its wounds from Monday's 3-0 loss to the Capitals and coach Rick Tocchet's benching of the top two lines for the final seven minutes or so of the game.
Not only were we interested in what Tocchet had to say after not addressing reporters after the game, we wanted to see what the new line combinations would be. And there were changes. ... Read more
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Alex Tanguay and Jeff Halpern benched for Tampa Bay Lightning; two D at forward
Quite a morning here in Nashville leading up to tonight's game with the Predators.
Saying it's time to get things "straightened out," Tampa Bay Lightning coach Rick Tocchet, whose team has won just once in nine games, benched left wing Alex Tanguay and center Jeff Halpern, and put center Vinny Lecavalier on what has to be considered a second line with Steve Downie and Paul Szczechura. ... Read more
Victor Hedman could play tonight for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and more on Krajicek
The Tampa Bay Lightning had an optional morning skate today at the Scottrade Center before tonight's game with the Blues, and defenseman Victor Hedman skated and sounded as if he was ready to play. The rookie missed Thursday's 3-0 loss to the Red Wings with a bruised left foot.
He said he had X-rays that were negative.
"Usually after 24 hours, the pain starts to decrease," said Hedman, who was hurt during Wednesday's practice by a shot from teammate Kurtis Foster. ... Read more
Quick hits from Monday's Lightning practice
A pretty good practice today at Brandon with only kind-of news on the injury front as left wing Alex Tanguay missed practice with an intestinal disorder, the team said. ... Read more
Jeff Halpern, ahead of schedule, is back in the lineup tonight for the Tampa Bay Lightning
Just yesterday, Tampa Bay Lightning coach Rick Tocchet said he believed center Jeff Halpern would not be ready to play until Thursday's game with the Panthers. But Halpern, who has missed five games with a lower-body injury (not including Friday night's partial game in New Jersey) will play tonight against the Flyers. ... Read more
Lightning trades Jeff Halpern to the Kings
Jeff Halpern said he has never played for a team with a tighter locker room than this year's Tampa Bay Lightning. That, the center said, will be what he misses most about leaving Tampa Bay. Halpern was traded Wednesday to the Kings for left wing Teddy Purcell and a third-round draft pick. ... Read more
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