The Last Call - Tampa Bay Lightning Postgame Show

The Tampa Bay Lightning battled back from a 3-0 deficit and appeared headed for a hard-earned road point before disaster struck in the final second. Mark Scheifele scored with less than 2 seconds remaining on a 5-on-3 power play, lifting the Winnipeg Jets to a stunning 4-3 victory and handing the Lightning one of their most gut-wrenching losses of the season. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, Erik Erlendsson, and Bobby "The Chief" Taylor break down the emotional roller coaster of a game that saw Tampa Bay erase a three-goal deficit behind a pair of goals from Pontus Holmberg, only to lose in the final second of regulation. The crew examines costly penalties, special teams struggles, the impact of injuries to key players, and the decision-making in the closing moments that ultimately proved costly. Hear postgame comments from Brandon Hagel, Pontus Holmberg, and Jon Cooper as the Lightning try to move past a heartbreaking ending and shift their focus to a key Atlantic Division matchup against the Buffalo Sabres. Topics & Timestamps 0:38 – Opening reaction to the Jets' game-winning goal with less than a second remaining and the devastation of losing a point in the final moments 1:34 – Erik Erlendsson on the emotional swing from Saturday's comeback win to Sunday's crushing finish in Winnipeg 3:14 – Breaking down the final sequence and the difficult decision faced by Ryan McDonagh in the corner with seconds remaining 4:44 – Injuries, adversity, and why the Lightning still managed to climb back into the game despite missing key players 6:43 – Brandon Hagel discusses the comeback effort, special teams struggles, and taking accountability after the loss 8:25 – Hagel's leadership shines through as he refuses to use the back-to-back schedule as an excuse 9:41 – Pontus Holmberg's two-goal night and continued offensive breakout season 10:48 – How Holmberg bounced back after an early four-minute high-sticking penalty helped put Tampa Bay in a 3-0 hole 11:35 – Why the Lightning coaching staff continues to unlock offense from players known primarily for their defensive game 13:50 – Jon Cooper reacts to the heartbreaking defeat and praises his team's resilience after a demanding back-to-back 15:06 – Cooper on overcoming a 3-0 deficit, losing Brayden Point, and nearly pulling off another improbable comeback 16:26 – Concern grows as Cooper indicates Brayden Point could miss time after leaving the game injured 17:28 – Looking ahead to Wednesday's divisional showdown with the Buffalo Sabres 19:14 – Why the Lightning must quickly put the loss behind them and refocus on the schedule ahead 20:13 – Pontus Holmberg discusses his two-goal performance, limiting turnovers, and capitalizing on offensive opportunities 21:32 – Final thoughts from Erik Erlendsson on the closing play, Ryan McDonagh's difficult situation, and the importance of moving forward quickly 22:47 – Closing thoughts as the Lightning return home after one of the toughest losses of the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning erased an early 2-0 deficit and rallied for a dramatic 4-3 overtime win over the Minnesota Wild, powered by three power-play goals and a game-winning blast from Nikita Kucherov. After a nightmare opening three minutes, the Lightning settled in, controlled much of the play, and capped the comeback when Kucherov buried the overtime winner following a dominant offensive performance. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli and Erik Erlendsson break down Tampa Bay's resilience, the continued surge of the power play, and the impact of Charles-Edouard D'Astous on the top unit. The crew also discusses the momentum-changing contributions from the line of Connor Geekie, Jeff Viel, and Scott Sabourin, along with Zemgus Girgensons' critical faceoff win that set up the game-tying goal with just seconds remaining in regulation. Hear postgame comments from Charles-Edouard D'Astous and Jon Cooper, who praise the team's response after the rough start and explain how a complete effort over the final 58 minutes helped the Lightning earn one of their most impressive comeback victories of the season. Topics & Timestamps 0:37 – Opening thoughts on the Lightning's 4-3 overtime comeback win after falling behind 2-0 in the first three minutes 1:11 – Erik Erlendsson calls it a "curse breaker" and breaks down how Tampa Bay earned the victory after a difficult start 2:42 – The Lightning win the faceoff battle and power-play battle, with Zemgus Girgensons playing a major role in both 2:58 – How Girgensons has quietly become one of Tampa Bay's most important faceoff options 4:17 – The emergence of Charles-Edouard D'Astous on the top power-play unit and why it has transformed the man advantage 5:38 – Charles-Edouard D'Astous joins the media after recording three points in the comeback victory 6:14 – D'Astous discusses overcoming the early 2-0 deficit and the momentum swing created by the fourth line 7:05 – How Connor Geekie, Jeff Viel, and Scott Sabourin helped change the game with energy and physical play 9:14 – Brayden Point records his 700th career point and continues to expand his playmaking game 9:45 – Breaking down Jake Guentzel's two-goal night and why he remains one of the NHL's most underrated scorers 11:32 – Why Point's growing confidence and creativity are becoming major factors in Tampa Bay's offense 13:07 – Jon Cooper discusses winning in Minnesota and overcoming the disastrous opening minutes 14:11 – Cooper credits the Geekie-Sabourin-Viel line for changing the momentum of the game 15:30 – Cooper praises the power play and explains the importance of Girgensons' late faceoff win on the six-on-four advantage 17:05 – Reliving Nikita Kucherov's overtime winner and the dramatic finish 17:18 – Kucherov records 20 shot attempts, 9 shots on goal, and delivers another superstar performance 18:41 – Discussion on Kucherov's ability to remain focused despite outside distractions and continue producing at an elite level 18:47 – Looking ahead to the second half of the back-to-back against the Winnipeg Jets 20:05 – Final thoughts as the Lightning complete one of their most impressive comeback victories of the yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning stayed perfect on home ice, earning a convincing 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks behind a two-goal performance from Ilya Mikheyev against his former club. Victor Hedman opened the scoring with a power-play goal, Ryan McDonagh added another in the third period, and Andrei Vasilevskiy turned aside Chicago's best chances as the Lightning improved to 8-0 at home. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, Bobby "The Chief" Taylor, and Brian Engblom break down another strong first period from the Lightning, Mikheyev's growing impact alongside Pontus Holmberg and Zemgus Girgensons, and why Tampa Bay's defensive structure looked much improved after several recent high-scoring games. The crew also discusses Vasilevskiy's sharp performance, the value of scoring first, and the challenge of maintaining momentum as the Bolts head out on a four-game road trip. Plus, hear postgame comments from Victor Hedman and Jon Cooper, who praise the Lightning's complete effort, Mikheyev's huge night, and the continued success of Tampa Bay's home-ice dominance. Topics & Timestamps 1:01 – Victor Hedman's power-play goal starts another strong first period for the Lightning 2:04 – Andrei Vasilevskiy's key saves and why his puck tracking stood out all night 3:11 – How the Lightning used an early lead to dictate the game against a tired Chicago team 4:08 – Breaking down the Blackhawks' offensive struggles and Tampa Bay's defensive effort 5:28 – The impact of Ilya Mikheyev, Pontus Holmberg, and potential lineup decisions when Yanni Gourde returns 6:16 – Why defensive-minded forwards like Holmberg bring so much value to the lineup 7:06 – Brian Engblom discusses Mikheyev's fit and the chemistry developing on Tampa Bay's third line 8:11 – Mikheyev's offensive production and what he's brought to the Lightning since arriving from Chicago 9:05 – The importance of scoring first and Tampa Bay's success when playing with the lead 10:56 – How recent defensive lapses have become a focus point for the coaching staff 12:17 – A whistle-heavy second period, faceoff dominance, and managing momentum swings 13:14 – Contributions from the defense corps, including goals and assists from the blue line 14:55 – Victor Hedman joins the media after opening the scoring in the win 16:31 – The crew reacts to Vasilevskiy narrowly missing another shutout late in the game 19:57 – Jon Cooper discusses Mikheyev's two-goal night and the strong play of his line 21:08 – Cooper explains why the third goal was the turning point of the game 22:03 – The significance of Tampa Bay's fast starts and winning the race to the first goal at home 23:43 – Cooper praises Victor Hedman's game and the versatility of the Lightning power play 25:00 – Discussion of the spirited fight involving Jeff Viel and Louis Boudon and what it meant to both players 27:38 – Looking ahead to the upcoming road trip, beginning with matchups against the Minnesota Wild and Winnipeg Jets 28:39 – Final thoughts after the Lightning improve to 8-0 on home ice with a 4-1 victorySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning remained unbeaten on home ice with a 4-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings, thanks to a fast start, a pair of goals from Brayden Point, and another clutch performance from Andrei Vasilevskiy. Tampa Bay dominated the opening period, overwhelmed Detroit with relentless puck possession, and built a lead that proved just enough despite a late Red Wings push. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, JP Peterson, Bobby "The Chief" Taylor, and Brian Engblom break down the Lightning's dominant first period, Point's offensive resurgence, and why Vasilevskiy was the difference-maker during a tense third period. The crew also discusses Tampa Bay's improving power play, strong puck-possession numbers, and the importance of banking points against division opponents in a loaded Atlantic Division. Plus, hear postgame comments from Brayden Point and Jon Cooper as the Lightning continue their strong start at Benchmark International Arena and improve their standing in the Atlantic Division race. Topics & Timestamps 0:37 – Initial reaction to the Lightning's 4-2 win and the wild final minutes that required several key saves from Andrei Vasilevskiy 2:47 – Breaking down Tampa Bay's penalty kill and Vasilevskiy's huge third-period performance under pressure 4:40 – The challenge of protecting a lead in today's NHL and finding the right balance between attacking and defending 6:05 – Why the Lightning's first-period dominance continues to be a major strength on home ice 7:51 – The importance of securing divisional wins in a crowded Atlantic Division playoff race 9:00 – Brayden Point's two-goal night and how improved confidence is elevating his offensive game 11:28 – Point's speed, skating, and ability to create separation becoming a major factor again for Tampa Bay 12:37 – Brayden Point discusses the win, the penalty kill, and areas the team still needs to improve 13:04 – Point explains what fueled the Lightning's dominant first period and puck-possession advantage 14:19 – Point breaks down his two goals and the chemistry he shares with Nikita Kucherov 14:45 – Discussion of Kucherov's five points in his last two games and his ability to stay focused on the ice 16:58 – Advanced stats spotlight Tampa Bay's domination in offensive-zone time and scoring-area chances 17:37 – Why no lead is safe in today's NHL, highlighted by Winnipeg's stunning comeback victory in Montreal 19:26 – Jon Cooper joins the media and reflects on one of the Lightning's best first periods of the season 21:08 – Cooper on surviving a third period spent heavily shorthanded and the value of the penalty kill stepping up 21:57 – The Lightning stay unbeaten at home as Cooper discusses the team's success at Benchmark International Arena 23:15 – Cooper praises Brayden Point's persistence and explains why the goals are finally coming 24:20 – Analysis of the Lightning power play and the creativity that's helping produce results 25:52 – Brian Engblom highlights Tampa Bay's remarkable 37 shot attempts in the first period alone 26:40 – Strong performances from Gage Goncalves, Conor Geekie, and Charles-Edouard D'Astous continue to strengthen the lineup depth 28:06 – The crew discusses D'Astous' growing confidence and impressive workload on the blue line 29:19 – Final thoughts after another home victory as the Lightning prepare for their next divisional testSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning picked up a point but couldn't hold onto three separate leads, falling 5-4 in a shootout to the Nashville Predators. In a game filled with momentum swings, Connor Geekie continued his breakout season with another goal, Nikita Kucherov recorded three points, and Victor Hedman added a goal of his own. But it was former Lightning captain Steven Stamkos who delivered the decisive blow, tying the game on a third-period power play before scoring the lone goal of the shootout. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, Jay Recher, and Bobby "The Chief" Taylor break down a frustrating afternoon that saw Tampa Bay's defensive structure unravel at key moments. The crew discusses the Lightning's struggles defending odd-man rushes, missed opportunities on the power play, and whether Connor Geekie deserves a larger role in the top six after scoring goals in three consecutive games. Plus, hear postgame comments from Jon Cooper, Victor Hedman, Brayden Point, and John Carlson as the Lightning look to tighten things up defensively and turn their attention to Tuesday night's matchup with the Detroit Red Wings. Topics & Timestamps 0:36 – Opening reaction to the Lightning's 5-4 shootout loss and Steven Stamkos' game-tying goal and shootout winner 1:24 – Why the Lightning should feel fortunate to leave Nashville with a point after an uncharacteristically sloppy game 2:03 – The Chief questions Tampa Bay's shootout decisions and the absence of Nikita Kucherov and Connor Geekie from the attempts 2:42 – Jon Cooper explains the breakdowns that led to Nashville erasing three Lightning leads 4:16 – Cooper praises Nikita Kucherov's effort after his three-point performance 5:59 – Defensive concerns become the focus after Tampa Bay allows too many odd-man rushes and high-danger chances 7:05 – Discussion on Connor Geekie's continued growth and why he may be ready for a top-six opportunity 9:24 – Where does Geekie fit best? Debate over potential combinations with Brayden Point, Nikita Kucherov, Anthony Cirelli, and Brandon Hagel 11:33 – Victor Hedman discusses the odd-man rushes that hurt the Lightning and what must improve defensively 12:14 – Hedman reacts to the news surrounding Nikita Kucherov and the challenge of blocking out outside distractions 15:00 – Brayden Point on the team's inability to protect leads and the need to close out games more effectively 16:55 – Why players and coaches expect to continue facing questions about the Nikita Kucherov situation throughout the season 18:11 – Replay and analysis of Connor Geekie's go-ahead goal in the third period 18:50 – John Carlson evaluates the defensive-zone mistakes and rise in odd-man rushes allowed over the last several games 20:15 – Carlson discusses maintaining focus amid outside storylines and staying locked in on hockey 20:56 – Lessons Tampa Bay must learn from surrendering three separate leads in Nashville 22:06 – Looking ahead to Tuesday night's home matchup against the Detroit Red Wings 22:52 – Final thoughts as the Lightning return home after a frustrating shootout defeatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning returned home from their road trip and exploded for six goals in a 6-4 victory over the Winnipeg Jets, powered by a career night from Pontus Holmberg. Holmberg recorded four points, including the empty-net goal that sealed the win, while the Lightning erupted for four goals in the second period to take control before surviving a late Winnipeg push. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, JP Peterson, and Brian Engblom break down the Lightning's dominant second period, another strong performance from Andrei Vasilevskiy, and the impact of Holmberg's promotion alongside Anthony Cirelli and Brandon Hagel. The crew also discusses how Tampa Bay's evolving line combinations are creating new opportunities throughout the lineup and why Holmberg is showing there's more offensive upside to his game than many expected. Hear postgame comments from Pontus Holmberg, Jon Cooper, and Brandon Hagel as the Lightning improve their perfect home record and prepare for Saturday's matchup with the Nashville Predators and former captain Steven Stamkos. Topics & Timestamps 0:40 – Opening reaction to the Lightning's 6-4 win and Pontus Holmberg's four-point night 1:52 – How Andrei Vasilevskiy kept Tampa Bay in the game during a shaky first period 3:24 – Breaking down the three distinct periods and the momentum swings throughout the game 5:15 – Brayden Point gets back on the scoresheet and the power play finds success again 7:14 – Why Tampa Bay's strong starts continue to be a major early-season trend 8:50 – Key turning points: Vasilevskiy's penalty-kill save, Connor Geekie's goal, and the hit by Charles-Edouard D'Astous that helped spark the offense 10:00 – Pontus Holmberg discusses his four-point performance and chemistry with his new linemates 11:56 – Brian Engblom explains why players can lose their offensive mindset after settling into defensive roles in the NHL 15:35 – How injuries and lineup changes opened the door for Holmberg's breakout night 17:19 – Dominic James' return to the lineup and his setup on Connor Geekie's goal 19:00 – Jon Cooper evaluates the win, Holmberg's performance, and the sloppy third period 20:56 – Cooper explains why Holmberg fit so well alongside Anthony Cirelli and Brandon Hagel 22:39 – Cooper on Dominic James' development and his ability to transport the puck through the neutral zone 23:22 – Discussion on the value of lineup flexibility and constantly evolving forward combinations 25:42 – Fan question: Evaluating the Lightning's defensive pairings and seven-defenseman rotation 27:06 – Why J.J. Moser, John Carlson, Victor Hedman, and Erik Cernak make Tampa Bay's blue line so versatile 28:31 – The Lightning honor Nikita Kucherov's franchise scoring record, and Kucherov reacts in classic fashion 29:15 – Brandon Hagel on Holmberg's growth, offensive potential, and importance to the team 31:18 – How Holmberg's emergence allows Jake Guentzel to move throughout the lineup and gives Jon Cooper additional options 32:48 – Looking ahead to Saturday's matchup against the Nashville Predators and a reunion with Steven Stamkos 33:01 – Final thoughts as the Lightning improve their home record and continue their strong start to the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning earned a point but left Utah wondering what might have been after surrendering leads of 3-1 and 4-2 before falling 5-4 in overtime to the Utah Mammoth. Despite another big offensive night and a historic milestone for Nikita Kucherov, defensive breakdowns and turnovers proved costly as the Mammoth stormed back in the final minutes to steal the extra point. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, Erik Erlendsson, and Bobby "The Chief" Taylor break down Tampa Bay's defensive struggles, the importance of improving puck management, and why the Lightning cannot continue asking their goaltenders to bail them out night after night. The crew also discusses another encouraging performance from Dennis Hildeby, Connor Geekie's highlight-reel goal, and Brayden Point's much-needed trip to the scoresheet. Plus, hear postgame comments from Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point, and Jon Cooper after Kucherov became the franchise's all-time leading scorer, passing Steven Stamkos in one of the brightest moments of an otherwise frustrating night. Topics & Timestamps 0:46 – Initial reaction to the Lightning's 5-4 overtime loss and earning three points on the road trip 1:33 – Why there is still plenty to clean up despite salvaging a point in Utah 2:57 – Chief's assessment of the defensive breakdowns that allowed Utah back into the game 4:26 – Discussion on Dennis Hildeby's performance and the key saves that preserved a point 5:16 – Nikita Kucherov reacts after becoming the franchise's all-time leading scorer and credits former teammate Steven Stamkos 8:07 – Breakdown of Conor Geekie's impressive goal and the continued impact of his skating development 9:59 – Why Geekie's growth is giving the Lightning confidence in a larger role moving forward 10:43 – Brayden Point's goal, offensive expectations, and the need for more production from Tampa Bay's top center 13:40 – Brayden Point discusses Kucherov's record-setting assist and the significance of sharing the ice with him 14:52 – Point evaluates the effort level and the difference between the Lightning's performances in Colorado and Utah 17:01 – Revisiting Tampa Bay's quick start and how the game unraveled despite building multiple leads 17:40 – Jon Cooper on Kucherov's historic achievement and why he will be remembered among the franchise's all-time greats 18:53 – Cooper's overall assessment of the road trip and earning three points against three playoff-caliber opponents 19:38 – Evaluating the mixed results of the road trip and the need for better defensive play moving forward 21:12 – Why the Lightning must rely less on their goaltenders and tighten up defensively before returning home 24:20 – Final thoughts and a look ahead to Thursday's matchup against the Winnipeg Jets at Benchmark International ArenaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning saw their three-game winning streak come to an end Thursday night with a 6-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Despite getting two goals from Jake Guentzel and another tally from Charles-Edouard D'Astous, the Lightning spent most of the night chasing the game after an early Colorado surge. Defensive breakdowns, turnovers, and missed opportunities on special teams proved too much to overcome against one of the NHL's most explosive offensive teams.] On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, Erik Erlendsson, and Bobby "The Chief" Taylor break down what went wrong for Tampa Bay, including a difficult night defending Colorado's speed, the challenges of playing from behind, and why the Lightning's puck management wasn't sharp enough. The crew also discusses the status of Victor Hedman after he left the game early, the continued consistency of Guentzel, and what needs to improve before a quick turnaround against Utah Hockey Club. Hear postgame comments from Brayden Point, Charles-Edouard D'Astous, and Jon Cooper as the Lightning look to regroup before the second half of their back-to-back. Topics & Timestamps 0:35 – Opening reaction to the Lightning's 6-3 loss and Colorado's fast start 1:01 – Why Tampa Bay spent the night chasing the game after falling behind early 2:36 – Chief breaks down the defensive-zone mistakes that led to wide-open Avalanche scoring chances 4:19 – Colorado's urgency after recent losses and why the Avalanche dictated play from the opening puck drop 6:03 – Brayden Point on the turnovers, puck management issues, and lack of execution 7:01 – Point discusses the struggles on zone entries and missed opportunities on the power play 8:28 – Discussion on Victor Hedman's early exit and what it could mean going into Utah 9:25 – Charles-Edouard D'Astous joins the media and evaluates the team's slow start 10:37 – D'Astous explains why falling behind 2-0 against a team like Colorado is difficult to overcome 11:07 – Looking ahead to Utah and the adjustments Tampa Bay must make on the second night of a back-to-back 12:29 – How the Lightning's defensive structure struggled against Colorado's speed through the neutral zone 14:16 – What Tampa Bay's blue line could look like if Hedman is unavailable against Utah 15:30 – Jon Cooper discusses the loss, defensive breakdowns, and getting behind early 16:24 – Cooper points to missed shots and blocked attempts despite generating nearly 80 shot attempts 17:02 – Cooper's message for the team heading into the back-to-back finale against Utah 18:53 – Why Jake Guentzel's two-goal performance was one of the few bright spots on the night 20:18 – Guentzel's consistency and value across all situations for Tampa Bay 20:57 – Early scouting report on Utah Hockey Club, including a dangerous power play led by Mikhail Sergachev, Nick Schmaltz, and Clayton Keller 22:18 – Expectations for Dennis Hildeby and the challenge awaiting the Lightning in Utah 22:57 – Final thoughts and preview of Friday night's matchup against UtahSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning opened their western road trip with an impressive 6-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, powered by a three-point night from Nikita Kucherov, who tied Steven Stamkos' franchise record for career points. While Kucherov added another memorable chapter to his Hall of Fame-caliber career, the real difference on this night was Andrei Vasilevskiy, who weathered an early Vegas push and delivered several game-changing saves to help Tampa Bay take control. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, Erik Erlendsson, and Bobby "The Chief" Taylor break down Kucherov's historic night, Vasilevskiy's brilliance, and another strong performance from John Carlson, who continues to make his impact felt at both ends of the ice. The crew also discusses Tampa Bay's opportunistic offense, special teams success, and why beating one of the NHL's top teams on the road is a significant statement early in the season. Plus, hear postgame comments from Jon Cooper, John Carlson, and Victor Hedman on Kucherov's milestone, the team's road-trip opener, and the role Vasilevskiy played in securing two valuable points. Topics & Timestamps 0:35 – Opening thoughts on the Lightning's 6-2 win over Vegas and Kucherov tying the franchise points record 1:21 – Why Andrei Vasilevskiy was the difference-maker despite Vegas generating quality scoring chances 3:38 – Nikita Kucherov's remarkable dominance against the Golden Knights and his record-tying performance 5:30 – Breaking down Victor Hedman's key goal late in the second period and how it shifted the game 6:06 – Why Vegas' rush attack created problems and how Tampa Bay survived the pressure 8:35 – Replay of John Carlson's goal and discussion of his veteran awareness and offensive instincts 10:38 – Jon Cooper joins the media and discusses the team's response after a challenging first period 12:34 – Cooper reflects on Kucherov's consistency, historic production, and why special talents like him are rare 13:15 – Panel discussion on Kucherov's unique ability to slow the game down and control every shift 15:37 – John Carlson on the team's opportunistic offense, special teams success, and Kucherov's greatness 17:40 – Carlson explains what players can learn from watching Kucherov's habits and preparation 18:13 – Why Kucherov's work ethic is every bit as impressive as his on-ice skill 19:56 – Victor Hedman discusses Vasilevskiy's performance, the strong road start, and Kucherov's milestone night 21:38 – Concern over Anthony Cirelli's departure after the second period and what the Lightning know so far 22:33 – Looking ahead to the remainder of the road trip, beginning with Friday's matchup against the Colorado Avalanche 23:25 – Closing thoughts after Tampa Bay improves its record with a convincing road win in VegasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning overcame an early 2-0 deficit and stormed back for a 4-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks behind a dominant performance from Nikita Kucherov, who scored twice and drove the offense all afternoon. Despite running into a red-hot Kevin Lankinen, the Lightning stayed patient, stuck to their game, and were rewarded with another impressive comeback victory. On Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's, Greg Linnelli, Erik Erlendsson, and Brian Engblom break down Tampa Bay's resilience, Kucherov's shooter mentality, and the continued success of the line featuring Zemgus Girgensons, Pontus Holmberg, and Ilya Mikheyev. The crew also discusses a strong outing from Dennis Hildeby, the ongoing battle for top-six forward spots, and why the Lightning's depth continues to be one of their biggest strengths. Hear postgame comments from Nikita Kucherov, Jon Cooper, and Charles-Edouard D'Astous as the Lightning improve their record heading into a challenging western road trip that begins in Vegas.  Topics & Timestamps 0:33 – Opening thoughts on the Lightning's 4-2 comeback win over the Canucks and Vancouver goaltender Kevin Lankinen's strong performance 2:42 – Lightning stay patient despite falling behind and get rewarded for sticking to their game plan 3:23 – Gage Goncalves responds after being scratched and delivers one of his strongest efforts of the season 4:44 – The impact of the Girgensons, Holmberg, and Mikheyev line continues to grow 5:42 – Why Tampa Bay's third line has become the heartbeat of the team 8:25 – Nikita Kucherov meets with the media after his two-goal performance 10:03 – Breaking down Kucherov's aggressive shooting mentality and why it led to one of his best games of the season 11:50 – The power play capitalizes off a faceoff win as Tampa Bay continues making progress with the man advantage 13:56 – Jon Cooper discusses Kucherov's scoring touch, power-play adjustments, and team faceoff improvements 17:17 – Cooper praises the Holmberg line and explains why they're trusted against top competition 18:53 – Cooper calls Jake Guentzel a "Swiss Army Knife" and highlights his versatility 20:27 – Discussion on Kucherov's work ethic, leadership style, and dedication away from the spotlight 23:15 – Revisiting Pontus Holmberg's insurance goal and his relentless effort around the net 23:44 – Evaluating Dennis Hildeby's solid start and growing confidence as the backup goaltender  26:56 – Fan question: How has Dominic James looked since returning to the lineup? 29:07 – Internal competition heats up between Dominic James, Connor Geekie, and Gage Goncalves for bigger roles in the lineup 31:52 – Charles-Edouard D'Astous discusses earning ice time, contributing on the power play, and embracing competition on the blue line 33:33 – The challenge of managing seven defensemen and developing chemistry throughout the lineup 37:05 – Looking ahead to a difficult road trip featuring the Golden Knights, Avalanche, and Utah Hockey Club 38:34 – Final thoughts as the Lightning head west following another impressive comeback victorySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.