Locked On Lightning: Midseason Grades: What We Learned About The Lightning In 2025 | Biggest Key To Success In 2026
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Tampa Bay Lightning surge into playoff position despite relentless injurieshas John Cooper delivered one of his best coaching performances yet? Brandon Hagel leads the charge with a breakout season, while Jake Guentzels consistency anchors the offense. Depth scoring returns as unsung heroes like Dominic James and Darren Raddysh step into pivotal roles, reigniting the teams trademark versatility seen in their Stanley Cup runs.Nick Morgan and Greg Stephen debate the Lightnings biggest challenges, from injury woes to inconsistent power play execution, and ask if the teams physicality is enough for another Cup push. Superlative picks spotlight Hagels two-way impact and Raddyshs unexpected rise, while questions loom about Oliver Bjorkstrands second-half contributions. With Andrei Vasilevskiy poised as an X factor for 2026, can Tampa Bay cement contender status? Dont miss this candid breakdown of the Lightnings midseason trajectory and keys to success.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your teams community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Sobefore tip-off, check the FanDuel app and seewhatsdropping duringNBA Happy Hour every Friday from6 to 7:30 PM Eastern.A little basketball, a little action, and a whole lot of Friday energy.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Watch Locked On Lightning on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnLightningLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHLFollow Us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonlightning/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonlightningX: https://x.com/LO_LightningSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RugietVisithttps://rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHLto get 15% off your first order.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at https://monarch.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelDownload the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
