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Backchecking the Bolts

Jason Linkes

Backchecking the Bolts is your cup of coffee to get you the latest on the Tampa Bay Lightning.  We’re breaking down the Lightning’s most recent games and telling you what the box scores didn’t tell you.   From tactical breakdowns to player impact, it’s time to look beyond the highlights with host Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (www.rawcharge.com) Justin Godfrey.

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  • S1 · E37
    May 2 · 36 min

    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 episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we recap the overtime winner, defensive masterclass, clutch saves, and biggest turning points from the game. We also break down the NHL Award finalists and take a look at the rest of the National Hockey League playoff bracket. Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: / @backcheckingthebolts For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree: https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts #GoHabsGo #GoBolts #TBL #TampaBayLightning #MontrealCanadiens #Game7 #NHLPlayoffs

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  • S1 · E36
    April 30 · 45 min

    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 matchup. We break down what went wrong, missed opportunities, and what Tampa Bay needs to do to force a Game 7. We’re also joined by Wesley Lawrence from Defending Big D to dive into the Western Conference — including a full breakdown of the Minnesota Wild vs Dallas Stars series and key storylines across the West. ⚡ Lightning vs Canadiens Game 5 recap 🏒 What’s going wrong for Tampa Bay 🔥 Keys to Game 6 and staying alive ⭐ Wesley Lawrence joins the show 🌵 Wild vs Stars breakdown 📊 Western Conference playoff analysis 🎙 Backchecking the Bolts — Your home for Tampa Bay Lightning coverage #GoBolts #TBL #tampabaylightning #tblightning #NHLplayoffs #DallasStars #MinnesotaWild #GoHabsGo #MontrealCanadiens For ways to follow Wesley Lawrence & Defending Big D: Bleav podcast network: https://bleav.com/shows/stargazing-a-dallas-stars-podcast-defending-big-d/ Defendingbigd.com Bluesky - wes-lawrence.bsky.social (wes) - hitzicestat.bsky.social (mark, my co-host) - ketibbetts.bsky.social (kt, our producer) Twitter - @wesalawrence - @defendingbigd.com

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  • S1 · E35
    April 27 · 31 min

    Bolts Even the Series! Game 4 Breakdown - Crozier-Slafkovský Hit

    On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down the Tampa Bay Lightning’s gritty 3-2 Game 4 victory that evened the series at 2-2. We dive into key moments, standout performances, and what changed for Tampa. Plus, we analyze the controversial hit from Max Crozier on Juraj Slafkovský and what it could mean moving forward. Finally, we preview a pivotal Game 5 and what both teams need to do to take control of the series.

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  • April 25 · 44 min

    Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Game 3 Recap (3-2 OT Loss) + Bob Grove Interview | NHL & Penguins

    The Tampa Bay Lightning fall 3-2 in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 3. We break down what went wrong, key moments that decided the game, and how the Bolts respond moving forward in this playoff series. Then, we’re joined by Bob Grove, a veteran NHL journalist with over 30 years covering the Pittsburgh Penguins and the league, for an exclusive interview. We dive into his insights on today’s NHL, playoff hockey, and what makes championship teams different. You can follow Bob on social media at the following: Twitter: bobgrove91 Bluesky: bobgrove91.bsky.social #GoBolts #LetsGoPens #GohabsGo #Montrealcanadiens #NHLPlayoffs #TBL #tampabaylightning

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