Episodes

  • Lightning Deep Dive: Oilers & Flames Breakdown + Wild Preview | Kucherov Leads NHL Points Race
    Mar 23 2026

    In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down the Tampa Bay Lightning’s performances against the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames we peview the upcoming game vs. the Minnesota Wild, highlighting tactical adjustments, lineup decisions, and potential game changers.

    Plus, we take a closer look at Nikita Kucherov’s dominance as he takes over the NHL points race—what’s driving his production and how it impacts the Lightning’s playoff outlook.

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    32 mins
  • Tampa Bay Lightning Send a MESSAGE in 6-2 Win | Are the Bolts Heating Up?
    Mar 20 2026

    The Tampa Bay Lightning deliver a dominant 6-2 victory in Vancouver—are the Bolts starting to heat up at the perfect time? We break down the key moments, top performances, and what this win means heading into big matchups against the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames.

    Plus, we take a look at how this impacts the Eastern Conference playoff race.

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    30 mins
  • Bolts Roll 6-2 in Seattle! ⚡ Kucherov Hat Trick + Canucks Preview & NHL Updates
    Mar 18 2026

    Lightning dominate in Seattle as Nikita Kucherov delivers a stunning hat trick in a 6-2 win! ⚡🔥 In this video, we break down Tampa Bay’s big performance, key highlights from the game, and what it means moving forward. Plus, a preview of the upcoming matchup against the Canucks and the latest NHL updates you don’t want to miss.

    Stay tuned for game analysis, player insights, and all things NHL!

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    #TampaBayLightning #seattlekraken #bethethunder #Kraken #NHL #GoBolts #VancouverCanucks #GoCanucksGo

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    32 mins
  • Lightning Fall 4–2 to Hurricanes Tampa Bay Lightning vs Carolina Recap & Kraken Game Preview
    Mar 15 2026

    The Tampa Bay Lightning fall 4–2 to the Carolina Hurricanes. In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down what went wrong for the Bolts, key moments from the loss, and what needs to improve before their upcoming matchup against the Seattle Kraken.

    We also take a look at the college players expected to join the Lightning organization and what they could bring to the team.

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    29 mins
  • Did the Lightning Send a Message vs Detroit? Full Breakdown + Hurricanes Preview
    Mar 13 2026

    Did the Tampa Bay Lightning send a message with their win over the Detroit Red Wings? In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down Tampa Bay’s performance against Detroit, highlight the key plays and goal scorers, and discuss what the result means for the Lightning moving forward.

    We also preview the upcoming matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Carolina Hurricanes, looking at the biggest storylines, players to watch, and what Tampa needs to do to keep the momentum going.

    If you're a Tampa Bay Lightning fan looking for game recaps, NHL analysis, and Lightning news, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the Bolts.

    In this episode:

    • Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings game recap
    • Key moments and goal scorers from the Lightning win
    • Player performances and analysis
    • Preview: Lightning vs Carolina Hurricanes
    • NHL news around the league

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    Episode: 16

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    38 mins
  • 6 Losses in 7 Games...What's Happening to the Lightning
    Mar 11 2026

    The Tampa Bay Lightning are struggling, dropping 6 of their last 7 games — so what’s going wrong in Tampa?

    In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down the Lightning’s 5–2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, analyze the biggest issues behind the recent slump, and discuss what needs to change moving forward.

    We also preview the upcoming matchup against the Detroit Red Wings and take a look at the latest NHL Awards betting odds, including the races for the Hart Trophy, Vezina, and other major awards.

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    Episode: 15

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    34 mins
  • Buffalo’s Insane 8-7 Game + Lightning vs Toronto Recap NHL Trade Deadline Talk
    Mar 9 2026

    The NHL Trade Deadline has passed and there’s a lot to break down. In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we dive into the biggest trade deadline moves around the league and what they mean for teams heading toward the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

    We also recap the Lightning vs. Toronto matchup and the wild 8–7 battle in Buffalo, where a physical, high-scoring game had everything—momentum swings, big hits, and nonstop action.

    If you’re an NHL fan looking for Lightning analysis, trade deadline reactions, and game breakdowns, this episode has you covered.

    Topics in this episode:

    · NHL Trade Deadline winners and losers

    · Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto recap

    · Buffalo’s wild 8–7 game breakdown

    · Physical play and key moments from the matchup

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    Episode: 14

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    36 mins
  • Tampa Bay Lightning Recap vs Wild & Jets | Leafs & Sabres Preview + NHL Trade Deadline Talk
    Mar 6 2026

    Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning's most recent tilts and news.

    Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (www.rawcharge.com) Justin Godfrey

    Episode: 13

    Get caught up on everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning in this episode of Backchecking the Bolts. We break down Tampa Bay’s recent matchups against the Minnesota Wild and Winnipeg Jets, analyze what worked (and what didn’t), and preview the Bolts’ upcoming games against the Toronto Maple Leafs and Buffalo Sabres.

    Plus, we take a look at the biggest moves and rumors around the league as teams prepare for the NHL Trade Deadline.

    If you’re a Lightning fan or an NHL fan looking for game analysis, matchup previews, and the latest trade deadline buzz, this episode has you covered.

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    43 mins