Daily Strike, Tampa Bay Lightning: Lightning Win In Shootout Over Panthers, Rautiainen Shines, Hildeby Comes Up Big | Daily

Summary

The Tampa Bay Lightning wrapped up their preseason schedule with a thrilling 3-2 shootout victory over the Florida Panthers in Sunrise. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick breaks down a strong finish to the exhibition slate, including standout performances from newcomer Benjamin Rautiainen, Dennis Hildeby's solid night in goal, and the continued push by several players battling for Opening Night roster spots. Plus, hear from Head Coach Jon Cooper, get an update on Conor Geekie's roster chances, and find out what's ahead for the Lightning as they head to Naples before opening the regular season Thursday night against the New York Rangers. Also in today's episode: Rautiainen scores the game-tying power play goal and nets the shootout winner Dennis Hildeby records 20 saves and helps seal the victory in the shootout Jeff Viel drops the gloves for his first fight as a Bolt Latest on Tampa Bay's roster decisions ahead of Monday's deadline Lightning Launch Week begins on Ford Thunder Alley Home opener details and Rangers watch party information The regular season is almost here, and the Bolts are carrying momentum into Opening Night. #TampaBayLightning #Bolts #NHL #DailyStrike #LightningPodcast #FloridaPanthers #JonCooper #ConorGeekie #NikoRautiainen #DennisHildeby #HockeyPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.