Author: Nick Krell

Born in Florida and raised in New England, Nick is an avid sports fan and athlete, having competed in several US States and in Europe, winning State Cup in soccer in CT. His love for hockey developed in his early teens supporting local Dartmouth College Hockey. His world experience from living in 4 different states and 2 Continents provides a unique insight into Sports culture around the world.

The Battle of Florida Round 2 – Game 2 Preview

For the second year in a row, the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers face each other in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The in-state rivalry has become the talking point of the league, with tensions consistently high, soaring intensity, and goals galore. With Tuesday night’s win in Sunrise, The Bolts are off to a […]

Lightning: Tampa’s Big Swede has been voted as Norris Trophy finalist for the sixth-consecutive year

Bolts veteran Blue-Liner and 2020 Conn Smyth winner Victor Hedman has been voted as a Norris Trophy Finalist for the 6th straight year. This season, Hedman had several new career highs, including a new franchise record for assists and point totals by a defenseman with 65 assists and a colossal 85 points. His 20 goals […]

Report: Moose On The Loose! – Brian Elliot’s shutout propels the Bolts closer toward playoff contention

Last night during The Bolt’s tilt with the Buffalo Sabers, the Lightning finally snapped a four-game losing streak and shut out the Sabers 5-0. Brian Elliot’s stunning 28 save shutout, combined with very diverse offensive domination, has given the Bolts the push they need towards punching their tickets to the playoffs. Goaltending issues – Is […]

Bolts Fans Q&A: Is It Time To Panic? – My Thoughts On The Current Slump

This past week after the Lightning’s loss to the Boston Bruins, I was asked several questions by Bolts fans on Twitter, including @Drago_Lightning aka Sheri Ann, regarding Tampa’s current slump. This is my take on the current Bolts situation, but seeing how many fans online have all voiced concerns, I figured it was time to […]

Breakdown: Lightning Acquire Hagel in Massive Deal

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced earlier that they have acquired 23-year-old left winger, Brandon Hagel of the Chicago Blackhawks, and two 4th round picks in 2022 and 2024, in exchange for Wingers Boris Katchouk, Taylor Raddysh, a 1st round pick in 2023, and a 1st round pick in 2024. What Hagel is Bringing to Tampa […]

Tampa Bay Finds A Way – The Bolts Score 5 Unanswered goal to cruise past the Devils

Tuesday Night at the Prudential Center in NJ, The Tampa Bay Find-a-ways scored a colossal five unanswered goals, three of them coming in the third period, to complete a comeback. The Bolts, who were down 3-1 going into the second period, were revitalized in late in the second with goals from Captain Steven Stamkos and […]

Team USA Olympic News; Drew Commesso breaks record, Sean Farrell shines in Olympic Opener

The US Men’s Olympic Team bulldozed their way past the hosts 8-0 on Thursday Morning. 7 of their goals came in the second 2nd and 3rd periods, furthermore showcasing the United States’s talent depth. As all NHL fans were frustrated with the decision not to allow NHL players to travel to Beijing, I think it’s […]

Injury Report: Bergeron out for Bruins Matchup vs Hurricanes

Earlier today, it was announced that Patrice Bergeron would miss Thursday night’s matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes due to an injury he suffered in the third period against the Penguins on Tuesday Night. After taking a hit from Sidney Crosby, Crosby’s skate caught Bergeron’s as he was already falling awkwardly, which resulted in the captain […]

Breaking News: The Big Rig Stays in Tampa Bay; Signs a Two Year Extension

The living Stanley Cup Hat Trick, or should I say Pat trick – has signed an extension with the defending champs for two years worth an AAV of 1 million. After winning a Stanley Cup with his native St. Louis Blues, he helped the Tamp Bay Lightning become back-to-back champions, becoming the first player to […]

Evander Kane to the Bolts? How this affects a three-peat

Lately, there has been a lot of talk around the league about former San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane. Several teams have been linked with the Left Winger, yet there has been uncertainty whether he will play at all. Numerous on and off the ice scandals, accusations, and suspensions have added up, and his contract […]