Lightning Power Lunch

Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli give you the latest on the Tampa Bay Lightning weekdays from 12-1pm on Lightning Radio 24/7, on on-demand in your favorite podcast app. Lightning Power Lunch is presented by Reif Rum.

Lightning Power Lunch is a sports podcast hosted by Tampa Bay Lightning, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Tampa Bay Lightning hosts Lightning Power Lunch, a sports show with 100 episodes published.

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  Bolts Ready for Season & Kucherov Contract Talk | Lightning Power Lunch - September 30, 2026

  Sep 30, 202659 min

  Opening Night is just one day away, and on today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch,  Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli get you ready for the Tampa Bay Lightning's season opener against the New York Rangers. The guys discuss the importance of a fast start, why the Atlantic Division may be the NHL's toughest division, and what the Lightning need to do early in the season to position themselves for another playoff run. Plus, Dan Rosen of NHL.com joins the show for a league-wide preview, including his outlook on the Lightning, Nikita Kucherov's next contract, the impact of the rising salary cap, expansion rumors, and which teams are best positioned to challenge for the Stanley Cup this season. The conversation also covers Erik Cernak's importance to Tampa Bay's blue line, the Lightning's physical identity, what to expect from Charle-Édouard D'Astous and Dominic James this season, and why Conor Geekie could be one of the biggest stories to watch for the Bolts. Topics & Timestamps Opening Night is almost here: Why a strong start matters Is the Atlantic Division the NHL's toughest division? Erik Cernak's importance to the Lightning defense Has Tampa Bay become a more physical team? Charle-Édouard D'Astous potential next step Dominic James' outlook when he returns from injury Nikita Kucherov's contract future and Opening Night history NHL.com's Dan Rosen joins the show Will Kucherov's next contract get done? How the rising salary cap is changing the NHL Expansion, league growth and the future of hockey Eastern Conference and Atlantic Division predictions Why the Lightning remain a top contender in the East Rangers season opener preview ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame reaction, roster analysis, prospect updates, and exclusive interviews all season long. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #NikitaKucherov #DanRosen #VictorHedman #BraydenPoint #AndreiVasilevskiy #ConorGeekie #NHL #HockeyPodcast #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Opening Roster Set! Brian Engblom Previews the Season & Conor Geekie's Rise | Lightning Power Lunch - September 29, 2026

  Sep 29, 20261h 1m

  The Tampa Bay Lightning's Opening Night roster is set, and with the season just three days away, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down the final roster decisions, the biggest training camp storylines, and what to expect when the Bolts open the season against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Former Lightning defenseman and Scripps Sports analyst Brian Engblom joins the show to discuss why Conor Geekie earned his roster spot, the importance of his offseason work, and why the Lightning's improved depth gives the coaching staff difficult decisions on the blue line. Engblom also shares his thoughts on Victor Hedman's bounce-back potential, Brayden Point's outlook, and why both stars could have a huge impact on Tampa Bay's success this season. Plus, a look at the Lightning's defensive depth featuring Max Crozier, Emil Lilleberg, and Charle-Édouard D'Astous, the team's goaltending situation behind Andrei Vasilevskiy, standout camps from Sam O'Reilly and Benjamin Rautiainen, and a discussion on the blockbuster trade between Toronto and Columbus. ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame reaction, roster analysis, prospect updates, and exclusive interviews throughout the 2026-27 season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #ConorGeekie #BrianEngblom #VictorHedman #BraydenPoint #AndreiVasilevskiy #SamOReilly #BenjaminRautiainen #NHL #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Season Starts in 3 Days, Conor Geekie Breaks Through & Final Roster Decisions | Lightning Power Lunch - September 28, 2026

  Sep 28, 20261 hour

  The 2026-27 season is almost here, and the Tampa Bay Lightning are putting the finishing touches on their Opening Night roster. On today's episode of Lightning Power Lunch, Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down the biggest takeaways from training camp, discuss the final roster decisions facing the organization, and look ahead to Thursday's season opener against the New York Rangers. The guys react to Jon Cooper's comments about this being the most competitive camp in years and discuss why players like Conor Geekie, Sam O'Reilly, Benjamin Rautiainen, and Jansen Harkins made such strong impressions throughout camp. They also examine the Lightning's organizational depth and why several prospects may be pushing for NHL opportunities sooner rather than later. Plus, thoughts on Tampa Bay's loaded blue line, the development paths for O'Reilly and Rautiainen, Victor Hedman's encouraging preseason, the evolving power play, faceoff improvements, and what the Bolts need to accomplish during a challenging opening month of the regular season. Topics & Timestamps 0:00 Jon Cooper on the most competitive Lightning camp in years 3:20 What did the Lightning learn during training camp? 8:45 Why Conor Geekie looks ready for a full-time NHL role 15:10 Sam O'Reilly and Benjamin Rautiainen's impressive camps 21:05 Jansen Harkins' surprising push for a roster spot 27:15 Breaking down Tampa Bay's defensive depth 33:40 The final roster decisions still to come 39:15 Faceoff improvements and what they mean going forward 45:20 Victor Hedman's preseason and expectations for 2026-27 50:15 Power play discussion: concerns or confidence? 55:10 Opening month schedule breakdown and key challenges 58:30 Looking ahead to Opening Night vs. the Rangers ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, roster analysis, prospect updates, game previews, postgame reaction, and exclusive interviews throughout the 2026-27 season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #ConorGeekie #SamOReilly #BenjaminRautiainen #VictorHedman #NikitaKucherov #JonCooper #NHL #HockeyPodcast #BoltsNation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Is Opening Night Roster Set & Conor Geekie Earns His Spot | Lightning Power Lunch - September 25, 2026

  Sep 25, 20261 hour

  As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare for their final preseason game, the picture of the opening-night roster is beginning to come into focus. Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli break down the latest camp developments, including why Conor Geekie appears to have earned a spot on the NHL roster, the strong preseason from Jansen Harkins, and what could be next for top prospects Sam O'Reilly and Benjamin Rautiainen. The guys also discuss the practice groups that may reveal Tampa Bay's projected opening-night roster, why the organization believes more development time could benefit O'Reilly, and how Geekie's offseason work on his skating and strength has translated into his best training camp yet. Plus, thoughts on Victor Hedman's encouraging preseason, the ongoing evolution of the Lightning power play, Jansen Harkins' surprising push for a roster spot, and what to watch in Tampa Bay's preseason finale against the Florida Panthers. Timestamps 0:00 Opening thoughts and final preseason game preview 2:15 Reading the tea leaves: Is the opening-night roster already set? 8:10 Why Conor Geekie appears to have earned an NHL job 14:45 Sam O'Reilly's future and why Syracuse might be the right path 20:05 Jansen Harkins' surprising camp and roster case 26:30 Breaking down the projected 23-man roster 33:10 Takeaways from the Panthers preseason game 39:00 Victor Hedman's strong preseason showing 44:15 Has the Lightning power play improved? 50:10 Benjamin Rautiainen's future and development path 55:00 Final preseason game preview vs. Florida 58:15 Closing thoughts ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, roster updates, prospect analysis, game previews, postgame reaction, and exclusive interviews throughout the 2026-27 season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #ConorGeekie #SamOReilly #VictorHedman #JansenHarkins #NikitaKucherov #NHL #HockeyPodcast #NHLPreseason See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Lightning vs. Panthers: Braydon Coburn Breaks Down Hedman, Defensive Depth & Camp Battles | Lightning Power Lunch - September 24, 2026

  Sep 24, 20261 hour

  It’s another chapter in the Lightning-Panthers rivalry as Tampa Bay hosts Florida in preseason action, and Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli preview all the key storylines heading into the matchup. While the Panthers are dressing a prospect-heavy lineup, the Lightning are icing many of their NHL regulars, including Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point, Jake Guentzel, Victor Hedman, Andrei Vasilevskiy, and John Carlson. Former Lightning defenseman Braydon Coburn joins the show to discuss Victor Hedman’s offseason transformation, why shedding weight could help extend his effectiveness, and how Tampa Bay's defensive depth may be one of the team's biggest strengths entering the 2026-27 season. Coburn also shares insights on Conor Geekie’s development, the evolution of skating and shooting in today’s NHL, and why confidence remains a critical factor for players looking to take the next step. Plus, the guys dive into the ongoing roster battles featuring Sam O’Reilly, Conor Geekie, Benjamin Rautiainen, Jacob Pelletier and Jansen Harkins, while examining how the Lightning's physical identity could carry over from last season's heated matchups with Florida. In this episode: Lightning vs. Panthers preseason preview Braydon Coburn on Victor Hedman and Tampa Bay's blue line Conor Geekie's NHL development path Sam O'Reilly's continued push for a roster spot John Carlson's fit with the Lightning The evolution of NHL skating, shooting and stick technology Tampa Bay's physical identity entering the new season Atlantic Division outlook and roster depth discussion ⚡ Subscribe for daily Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game previews, postgame analysis, prospect updates, and exclusive interviews throughout the 2026-27 season. #TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #LightningPowerLunch #BraydonCoburn #VictorHedman #ConnorGeeky #SamOReilly #NikitaKucherov #NHL #HockeyPodcast #NHLPreseason See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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