Even when people become accustomed to doubting them, they always manage to recover.
They’re the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Lightning have won seven of their last eight games, including a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins in a playoff-like atmosphere. They have defeated several formidable opponents, including the New York Rangers, Florida Panthers, and Vegas Golden Knights.
Even after the team’s back-to-back Stanley Cup victories, some have questioned whether Tampa Bay can still play like they used to. After falling in the first round to the Toronto Maple Leafs last year, everyone expected the Bolts to take a step back this season. Nevertheless, the
On Thursday’s edition of Daily Faceoff LIVE, Frank Seravalli and Tyler Yaremchuk explore why the Lightning should never be underestimated.
Tyler Yaremchuk: You always get that vibe from this Bolts club during the regular season. No matter how hard they battle or how many injuries they sustain, they may be able to flick the switch whenever they want.
Frank Seravalli: It’s almost as if that friend you see who has a lot of potential just kind of meanders through life, but then all of a sudden, when it counts, finds a way to be at his very best and embarrass everyone else. There is a lot to point out. I like that [general manager] Julien Briesbois went out.
There are numerous reasons to be terrified of the Lightning in Round One. They simply find a method to shift it into gear at the appropriate time. They are going to be a tough opponent nonetheless.
Watch the complete segment and episode here.
