Backchecking the Bolts

Lightning Prospect Tournament Preview + 3 Burning Questions Is Chris Kreider a Fit in Tampa

The Tampa Bay Lightning are getting closer to the 2026-27 NHL season, and on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down some of the biggest questions surroundi

Tampa Bay Lightning Kucherov Contract, Point vs. Hedman + Hellebuyck Wants a Trade

The Tampa Bay Lightning are heading toward training camp with some major questions, and on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down the biggest storylines su

Syracuse Crunch 2025-26 Season Recap | Lukas Favale on Tampa Bay’s Top AHL Affiliate

What makes the Syracuse Crunch and Tampa Bay Lightning partnership one of the best in the AHL? We go behind the scenes with Lukas Favale, the voice of the Syracuse Crunch

Why the NHL Wants Houston: Expansion, Obstacles & the lure of Hockey in Houston

The NHL continues to explore expansion opportunities—but could Houston become the league's 33rd franchise? In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, host Jason Linkes i

Are the Tampa Bay Lightning Better on Paper? | Vasilevskiy Concerns & Kucherov's Next Contract

Are the Tampa Bay Lightning actually better on paper heading into the new NHL season? On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we take an in-depth look at the Lightning

Victor Matheson Explains NHL Salary Caps, No State Income Tax & Arena Financing

How much of an advantage do NHL teams in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Nevada, and other no state income tax states really have under the NHL salary cap? In this episode of

Patrick Present Breaks Down John Carlson, Jeffrey Viel & the Leo Carlsson Offer Sheet

The Tampa Bay Lightning made two intriguing additions this offseason in John Carlson and Jeffrey Viel, but what should Lightning fans realistically expect? On this episo

Tampa Bay Lightning Free Agency Breakdown | Best & Worst Signings, Departures & Biggest NHL Moves

The Tampa Bay Lightning have been busy during NHL free agency, and we're breaking down everything you need to know on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts. 🏒 In this e

NHL Trade Frenzy Before the Draft! Raddysh to Leafs, Tuch to Capitals & Byram Blockbuster Trade

On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, Jason and Justin break down the latest NHL Trade Frenzy as teams make major moves before the NHL Entry Draft. 🏒 Topics on this

Peter Taglianetti Interview: Tampa Bay Lightning Inaugural Team, Penguins Stanley Cups & NHL Stories

Former Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Peter Taglianetti joins Backchecking the Bolts to look back on an incredible hockey journey that stretched from college hockey great

Can Tampa Bay Lightning Land Dylan Larkin? - 2025-26 Bolts What Ifs - Nick Paul on the move?

The Tampa Bay Lightning offseason rumors are heating up, and Backchecking the Bolts is breaking it all down! On this episode, Justin brings some big “What Ifs?” from the

Lightning Prospect Watch: Sam O’Reilly & Jack Pridham’s Development in Kitchener | The Aud Pod Joins

On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we go north of the border for a deep dive into the future of the Tampa Bay Lightning organization as we are joined by Andrew Me

Can the Lightning Reload? Stanley Cup Final Talk, Sam O’Reilly, Benjamin Rautiainen & Free Agency

The Stanley Cup Final is here, and on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down the biggest storylines surrounding the battle for hockey’s ultimate prize! We

Eric Perrin Interview From Undrafted to Stanley Cup Champion & Liiga Legend

Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and 2004 Stanley Cup Champion Eric Perrin joins Backchecking the Bolts for an in-depth interview covering one of hockey’s most unique c

Tampa Bay Lightning Offseason Update | Coyle Signing, Prospects + Habs-Sabres Game 7

The latest episode of Backchecking the Bolts is here! We break down everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning as the offseason heats up. 🔥 Topics covered in this ep

Buffalo Sabres Surprise the NHL? Jonah Ahrens Breaks Down Buffalo vs. Montreal + NHL Awards

The latest episode of Backchecking the Bolts is here! On this episode, we break down the finalists for the NHL’s biggest awards, including the Hart Memorial Trophy, Vezi

Tampa Bay Lightning Eliminated - Canadiens Series Recap + Sabres Preview ft. Jared Book

The Tampa Bay Lightning’s playoff run comes to an end as we break down the full first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens on this episode of Backchecking the Bolt

Lightning Eliminated in Game 7 | Tampa Bay Falls 2-1 to Montreal + NHL Second Round Predictions

Relive the Tampa Bay Lightning’s heartbreaking season-ending Game 7 loss as Jason Linkes and Justin Godfrey break down the Bolts’ 2-1 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens in

Lightning Stay Alive! Tampa Bay Wins Game 6 in OT vs Montreal, Forces Game 7

Tampa stays alive! The Tampa Bay Lightning shut out the Montreal Canadiens 1-0 in overtime in Game 6, sending this playoff series to an epic Game 7 in Tampa. On this epi

Lightning on the Brink After Game 5 Loss -Wesley Lawrence on Wild vs Stars

The Tampa Bay Lightning are on the brink. After a tough 3-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 5, the Lightning now trail the series 3-2 in this best-of-seven matchu