<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Backchecking the Bolts]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>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 (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>) Justin Godfrey.</p><p></p><p>Please visit our YouTube Channel:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</a></p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms. <br />RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a> <br />Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod <br />Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts <br />Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts <br />Email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p><p></p>]]></description><link>https://riverside.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:13:30 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/xFZOtIVq.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></author><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:14:00 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Jason Linkes]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category><category><![CDATA[Hockey]]></category><itunes:author>Jason Linkes</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;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 (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;) Justin Godfrey.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please visit our YouTube Channel:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms. &lt;br /&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br /&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod &lt;br /&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts &lt;br /&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts &lt;br /&gt;Email: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Jason Linkes</itunes:name><itunes:email>linkbetpod@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Sports"><itunes:category text="Hockey"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Prospect Watch: Sam O’Reilly & Jack Pridham’s Development in Kitchener | The Aud Pod Joins]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>On this episode of <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b>, we go north of the border for a deep dive into the future of the <b>Tampa Bay Lightning organization</b> as we are joined by <b>Andrew Merrigan and Justin Born from The Aud Pod</b>, covering the <b>Kitchener Rangers</b>.</p><p>Andrew and Justin give us an inside look at two of Tampa Bay’s most exciting young prospects — <b>Sam O’Reilly and Jack Pridham</b> — after watching them up close during their season with the Rangers.</p><p></p><p>A huge thank you to <b>Andrew Merrigan and Justin Born of The Aud Pod</b> for joining us and providing their firsthand insight into two players who could become important pieces of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s future.</p><p></p><p>Subscribe to <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b> for Tampa Bay Lightning interviews, prospect coverage, NHL Draft analysis, and everything Bolts hockey.</p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/Tampa_Bolts_Pod" target="_blank">Backchecking the Bolts - Podcast (@Tampa_Bolts_Pod) / X</a></p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/backchecking_the_bolts/" target="_blank">(1) Instagram</a></p><p>Facebook: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587317566560" target="_blank">Facebook</a></p><p>email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p><p></p><p>Follow the Aud Pod on the following platforms:</p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/theaudpodcast/" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p>YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@theaudpodcast-kitchenerrangers" target="_blank">The AudPod - YouTube</a></p><p>Facebook: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/theaudpodcast" target="_blank">Facebook</a></p><p> </p><p>#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #OHL #KitchenerRangers #SamOReilly #JackPridham #NHLDraft #TBLightning</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a9509275-6fe3-4411-b3c2-582a557e4af8</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2ae7e372d9cba2f9ee5b797919b07a059f124fb5d895dc6207df2901f40a0074/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhOTUwOTI3NS02ZmUzLTQ0MTEtYjNjMi01ODJhNTU3ZTRhZjgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyMzQ1N2U1ZjJlMzgzYmUxNzBiMjlmL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi02LTVfXzIzLTU0LTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="116234597" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/a9509275-6fe3-4411-b3c2-582a557e4af8/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;On this episode of &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt;, we go north of the border for a deep dive into the future of the &lt;b&gt;Tampa Bay Lightning organization&lt;/b&gt; as we are joined by &lt;b&gt;Andrew Merrigan and Justin Born from The Aud Pod&lt;/b&gt;, covering the &lt;b&gt;Kitchener Rangers&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Andrew and Justin give us an inside look at two of Tampa Bay’s most exciting young prospects — &lt;b&gt;Sam O’Reilly and Jack Pridham&lt;/b&gt; — after watching them up close during their season with the Rangers.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A huge thank you to &lt;b&gt;Andrew Merrigan and Justin Born of The Aud Pod&lt;/b&gt; for joining us and providing their firsthand insight into two players who could become important pieces of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s future.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe to &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt; for Tampa Bay Lightning interviews, prospect coverage, NHL Draft analysis, and everything Bolts hockey.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://x.com/Tampa_Bolts_Pod&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Backchecking the Bolts - Podcast (@Tampa_Bolts_Pod) / X&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/backchecking_the_bolts/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;(1) Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587317566560&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Facebook&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow the Aud Pod on the following platforms:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/theaudpodcast/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/@theaudpodcast-kitchenerrangers&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;The AudPod - YouTube&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/theaudpodcast&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Facebook&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #OHL #KitchenerRangers #SamOReilly #JackPridham #NHLDraft #TBLightning&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:00:32</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Lightning Prospect Watch: Sam O’Reilly &amp; Jack Pridham’s Development in Kitchener | The Aud Pod Joins</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can the Lightning Reload? Stanley Cup Final Talk, Sam O’Reilly, Benjamin Rautiainen & Free Agency]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Stanley Cup Final is here, and on this episode of <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b>, we break down the biggest storylines surrounding the battle for hockey’s ultimate prize!</p><p>We’ll discuss:<br />🏆 Stanley Cup Final preview and predictions<br />⚡ What the Tampa Bay Lightning can learn from this year’s finalists<br />⚡ The future of the Bolts prospect pipeline<br />⭐ Sam O’Reilly’s potential impact in Tampa Bay<br />⭐ Benjamin Rautiainen’s breakout and NHL future<br />💰 Which NHL free agents could be available on July 1st and whether any make sense for the Lightning</p><p></p><p>#tampabaylightning #GoBolts #stanleycupfinals #NHLPlayoffs #TBL #StanleyCup</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d4787971-f06a-44d0-8f95-6f31ac2a5e22</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:38:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/56c80446bcfbf627cae6462daacbf35ff924576fdd9d59ec8a64b868838ea26b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkNDc4Nzk3MS1mMDZhLTQ0ZDAtOGY5NS02ZjMxYWMyYTVlMjIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExZDlhODBiNzBhOWY0N2EwOWQ5M2MxL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi02LTFfXzE2LTQzLTEyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="81246397" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/d4787971-f06a-44d0-8f95-6f31ac2a5e22/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Stanley Cup Final is here, and on this episode of &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt;, we break down the biggest storylines surrounding the battle for hockey’s ultimate prize!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’ll discuss:&lt;br /&gt;🏆 Stanley Cup Final preview and predictions&lt;br /&gt;⚡ What the Tampa Bay Lightning can learn from this year’s finalists&lt;br /&gt;⚡ The future of the Bolts prospect pipeline&lt;br /&gt;⭐ Sam O’Reilly’s potential impact in Tampa Bay&lt;br /&gt;⭐ Benjamin Rautiainen’s breakout and NHL future&lt;br /&gt;💰 Which NHL free agents could be available on July 1st and whether any make sense for the Lightning&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#tampabaylightning #GoBolts #stanleycupfinals #NHLPlayoffs #TBL #StanleyCup&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:42:19</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Can the Lightning Reload? Stanley Cup Final Talk, Sam O’Reilly, Benjamin Rautiainen &amp; Free Agency</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eric Perrin Interview  From Undrafted to Stanley Cup Champion & Liiga Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and 2004 Stanley Cup Champion Eric Perrin joins Backchecking the Bolts for an in-depth interview covering one of hockey’s most unique career journeys.</p><p></p><p>Eric discusses his path from the University of Vermont to professional hockey after going undrafted, eventually earning his opportunity with the Lightning and becoming part of Tampa Bay’s historic 2004 Stanley Cup championship team.</p><p></p><p>The conversation also dives into his remarkable European hockey career, including his time in Finland’s Liiga, where he became the highest-scoring foreign-born player in league history. Eric shares stories from his NHL career, adapting to European hockey, playing overseas, and what it took to build a long and successful professional career.</p><p></p><p>If you enjoy Tampa Bay Lightning history, NHL interviews, hockey podcasts, and stories of perseverance in professional hockey, this episode is for you.</p><p></p><p>For more information on the Dayton Ice Arena and the programs offered, please visit:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://daytonaicearena.com/" target="_blank">https://daytonaicearena.com/</a><br /><br />To follow the University of Vermont men's hockey program, click the link below:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://uvmathletics.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey" target="_blank">https://uvmathletics.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey</a><br /><br /></p><p>#TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #StanleyCup #TBLightning #Liiga #GoCatsGo #UVM</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">be49a5a3-eadc-412a-ae7b-bc0d1eb6ae3f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:01:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/0cfb461fbf2636f9f9bfba84bcc4a053cfcd927ff450a2b5ba418976dd9004a4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiZTQ5YTVhMy1lYWRjLTQxMmEtYWU3Yi1iYzBkMWViNmFlM2YiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExNDY1Yjc1NjBhYWQ4NjYwNTcwNmJkL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTI1X18xNy03LTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="128602009" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/be49a5a3-eadc-412a-ae7b-bc0d1eb6ae3f/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and 2004 Stanley Cup Champion Eric Perrin joins Backchecking the Bolts for an in-depth interview covering one of hockey’s most unique career journeys.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Eric discusses his path from the University of Vermont to professional hockey after going undrafted, eventually earning his opportunity with the Lightning and becoming part of Tampa Bay’s historic 2004 Stanley Cup championship team.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation also dives into his remarkable European hockey career, including his time in Finland’s Liiga, where he became the highest-scoring foreign-born player in league history. Eric shares stories from his NHL career, adapting to European hockey, playing overseas, and what it took to build a long and successful professional career.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you enjoy Tampa Bay Lightning history, NHL interviews, hockey podcasts, and stories of perseverance in professional hockey, this episode is for you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For more information on the Dayton Ice Arena and the programs offered, please visit:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://daytonaicearena.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://daytonaicearena.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;To follow the University of Vermont men&apos;s hockey program, click the link below:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://uvmathletics.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://uvmathletics.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #StanleyCup #TBLightning #Liiga #GoCatsGo #UVM&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:06:59</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Eric Perrin Interview  From Undrafted to Stanley Cup Champion &amp; Liiga Legend</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning Offseason Update | Coyle Signing, Prospects + Habs-Sabres Game 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The latest episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i> is here! We break down everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning as the offseason heats up.</p><p>🔥 Topics covered in this episode:<br />🏒 How the Charlie Coyle signing could reshape the NHL free agent market<br />⭐ Deep dive into Lightning prospects: Connor Geekie, Sam O'Reilly, and Benjamin Rautiainen<br />⚡ What Tampa Bay’s roster looks like heading into NHL Free Agency<br />🥅 Our thoughts on the intense Montreal vs Buffalo Game 7 matchup</p><p>Which prospects could make an impact sooner than expected? And what does the Coyle deal mean for the rest of the NHL market?</p><p></p><p>#TampaBayLightning #NHL #GoBolts #TBL #TBLightning #StanleyCUpPlayoffs</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e048e839-ecec-4a38-88f3-f39b83913f91</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:16:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d09a6d5c624d55b11d13b92b7b1ae75d96619cdd013114c38f247fd24f1c9c44/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMDQ4ZTgzOS1lY2VjLTRhMzgtODhmMy1mMzliODM5MTNmOTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwYjIwNmRkMjQwNzRiYTNlY2Y0NGEzL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTE4X18xNi0yMS0zMy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="62232598" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/e048e839-ecec-4a38-88f3-f39b83913f91/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The latest episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt; is here! We break down everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning as the offseason heats up.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔥 Topics covered in this episode:&lt;br /&gt;🏒 How the Charlie Coyle signing could reshape the NHL free agent market&lt;br /&gt;⭐ Deep dive into Lightning prospects: Connor Geekie, Sam O&apos;Reilly, and Benjamin Rautiainen&lt;br /&gt;⚡ What Tampa Bay’s roster looks like heading into NHL Free Agency&lt;br /&gt;🥅 Our thoughts on the intense Montreal vs Buffalo Game 7 matchup&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Which prospects could make an impact sooner than expected? And what does the Coyle deal mean for the rest of the NHL market?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TampaBayLightning #NHL #GoBolts #TBL #TBLightning #StanleyCUpPlayoffs&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning Offseason Update | Coyle Signing, Prospects + Habs-Sabres Game 7</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buffalo Sabres Surprise the NHL? Jonah Ahrens Breaks Down Buffalo vs. Montreal + NHL Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The latest episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i> is here!</p><p>On this episode, we break down the finalists for the NHL’s biggest awards, including the Hart Memorial Trophy, Vezina Trophy, Norris Trophy, Calder Memorial Trophy, Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, and more. </p><p></p><p>Then we're joined by Jonah Ahrens from The Sabres Report Podcast to break down the incredible season by the Buffalo Sabres, what fueled their turnaround, and how Buffalo matches up in their second-round playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens.</p><p></p><p>Follow Jonah &amp; The Sabres Report Podcast:</p><p>YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheSabreReport" target="_blank">The Sabre Report - YouTube</a></p><p>Facebook: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/TheSabreReport" target="_blank">Facebook</a></p><p>X (Jonah Ahrens): <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/TSR_Jonah" target="_blank">Jonah Ahrens (@TSR_Jonah) / X</a></p><p></p><p>#NHL #BuffaloSabres #LetsGoBuffalo #MontrealCanadiens #NHLAwards #StanleyCupPlayoffs #TampaBayLightning #GoHabsGo #GoBolts</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fb7c3fef-ff47-44c5-9972-c6d651786347</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:56:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/e3ba823c5d7fc035b87e41b6d7e830a8782247ad94057b53561b307bbadb8a42/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmYjdjM2ZlZi1mZjQ3LTQ0YzUtOTk3Mi1jNmQ2NTE3ODYzNDciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwMjZjOTY4N2UxNjkxOWU5NGJlNDAwL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTEyX18xLTU2LTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="94781588" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/fb7c3fef-ff47-44c5-9972-c6d651786347/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The latest episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt; is here!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode, we break down the finalists for the NHL’s biggest awards, including the Hart Memorial Trophy, Vezina Trophy, Norris Trophy, Calder Memorial Trophy, Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, and more. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Then we&apos;re joined by Jonah Ahrens from The Sabres Report Podcast to break down the incredible season by the Buffalo Sabres, what fueled their turnaround, and how Buffalo matches up in their second-round playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Jonah &amp;amp; The Sabres Report Podcast:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/@TheSabreReport&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;The Sabre Report - YouTube&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/TheSabreReport&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Facebook&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;X (Jonah Ahrens): &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://x.com/TSR_Jonah&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Jonah Ahrens (@TSR_Jonah) / X&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#NHL #BuffaloSabres #LetsGoBuffalo #MontrealCanadiens #NHLAwards #StanleyCupPlayoffs #TampaBayLightning #GoHabsGo #GoBolts&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:49:22</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Buffalo Sabres Surprise the NHL? Jonah Ahrens Breaks Down Buffalo vs. Montreal + NHL Awards</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning Eliminated - Canadiens Series Recap + Sabres Preview ft. Jared Book]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning’s playoff run comes to an end as we break down the full first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens on this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts.</i></p><p></p><p>Joining the show is <b>Jared Book from Habs Eyes on the Prize</b> (www.<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/" target="_blank">https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/</a>), who gives the Montreal perspective on what decided the series, the biggest turning points, standout performances, coaching decisions, and what went wrong for Tampa Bay.</p><p></p><p>We also look ahead to the <b>Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres second-round playoff matchup</b>, as Jared shares his thoughts on key storylines, matchups to watch, X-factors, and whether Montreal has what it takes to keep their Stanley Cup run alive.</p><p></p><p>Subscribe to <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i> for Lightning analysis, NHL playoff coverage, interviews, and hockey debate.</p><p></p><p>Habs Eyes on the Prize:<br />Facebook: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/HabsEyesOnThePrize" target="_blank">(1) Facebook</a><br />Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/habseyesontheprize/" target="_blank">(1) Instagram</a></p><p>#TampaBayLightning #MontrealCanadiens #NHLPlayoffs #GoBolts #GoHabsGo #GoSabres #StanleyCupPlayoffs #Habs #TBL</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">94377454-14b5-4e9f-b828-704e7eff2a32</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/10c1fc7e6bfb9279093f83d92456704fed5f8a90a993ce1576bf86aa8b9f206b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5NDM3NzQ1NC0xNGI1LTRlOWYtYjgyOC03MDRlN2VmZjJhMzIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmZDMzNGFkOThlNmUzODM4NjM0YzNiL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LThfXzItNTAtMTgubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="70411223" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/94377454-14b5-4e9f-b828-704e7eff2a32/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning’s playoff run comes to an end as we break down the full first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens on this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Joining the show is &lt;b&gt;Jared Book from Habs Eyes on the Prize&lt;/b&gt; (www.&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/&lt;/a&gt;), who gives the Montreal perspective on what decided the series, the biggest turning points, standout performances, coaching decisions, and what went wrong for Tampa Bay.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also look ahead to the &lt;b&gt;Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres second-round playoff matchup&lt;/b&gt;, as Jared shares his thoughts on key storylines, matchups to watch, X-factors, and whether Montreal has what it takes to keep their Stanley Cup run alive.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe to &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt; for Lightning analysis, NHL playoff coverage, interviews, and hockey debate.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Habs Eyes on the Prize:&lt;br /&gt;Facebook: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/HabsEyesOnThePrize&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;(1) Facebook&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/habseyesontheprize/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;(1) Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TampaBayLightning #MontrealCanadiens #NHLPlayoffs #GoBolts #GoHabsGo #GoSabres #StanleyCupPlayoffs #Habs #TBL&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:40</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning Eliminated - Canadiens Series Recap + Sabres Preview ft. Jared Book</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Eliminated in Game 7 | Tampa Bay Falls 2-1 to Montreal + NHL Second Round Predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Relive the Tampa Bay Lightning’s heartbreaking season-ending Game 7 loss as Jason Linkes and Justin Godfrey break down the Bolts’ 2-1 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.</p><p></p><p>On this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, we analyze what went wrong for the Tampa Bay Lightning, key turning points from Game 7, standout performances, missed opportunities, and what this early playoff exit means for the future of the franchise.</p><p></p><p>We also shift our focus to the NHL postseason and preview the second round matchups, as Jason Linkes and Justin Godfrey make their Stanley Cup Playoff predictions and discuss which teams have the best path to the Finals.</p><p></p><p>🏒 Topics in this episode:<br />• Lightning vs Canadiens Game 7 recap<br />• Biggest reasons Tampa Bay was eliminated<br />• Key players and turning points<br />• Offseason questions facing the Lightning<br />• Second Round NHL Playoff predictions<br /></p><p>Subscribe to <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i> for weekly NHL analysis, Tampa Bay Lightning news, playoff coverage, and offseason breakdowns. <br /></p><p>#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #GoHabsGo #Habs #TBL #TBLightning #StanleyCupPlayoffs #NHL</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3a99ed45-d281-4cbd-84c4-a23cb651171e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f9e2417b6dbc36ef604af8d2d1ed86e491930f38b59c97d4cd13999ee8eccb2a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzYTk5ZWQ0NS1kMjgxLTRjYmQtODRjNC1hMjNjYjY1MTE3MWUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmODJlZDExYmFlZDZmNTI3YzE3MmUzL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTRfXzctMjktNTMubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="66568507" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/3a99ed45-d281-4cbd-84c4-a23cb651171e/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Relive the Tampa Bay Lightning’s heartbreaking season-ending Game 7 loss as Jason Linkes and Justin Godfrey break down the Bolts’ 2-1 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, we analyze what went wrong for the Tampa Bay Lightning, key turning points from Game 7, standout performances, missed opportunities, and what this early playoff exit means for the future of the franchise.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also shift our focus to the NHL postseason and preview the second round matchups, as Jason Linkes and Justin Godfrey make their Stanley Cup Playoff predictions and discuss which teams have the best path to the Finals.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🏒 Topics in this episode:&lt;br /&gt;• Lightning vs Canadiens Game 7 recap&lt;br /&gt;• Biggest reasons Tampa Bay was eliminated&lt;br /&gt;• Key players and turning points&lt;br /&gt;• Offseason questions facing the Lightning&lt;br /&gt;• Second Round NHL Playoff predictions&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe to &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt; for weekly NHL analysis, Tampa Bay Lightning news, playoff coverage, and offseason breakdowns. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #GoHabsGo #Habs #TBL #TBLightning #StanleyCupPlayoffs #NHL&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:40</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Eliminated in Game 7 | Tampa Bay Falls 2-1 to Montreal + NHL Second Round Predictions</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Stay Alive! Tampa Bay Wins Game 6 in OT vs Montreal, Forces Game 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>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.</p><p></p><p>On this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, 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.</p><p></p><p>Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIv3adDp2timzjU7LGSfkJA" target="_blank">   / @backcheckingthebolts  </a><br /><br />For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</a></p><p></p><p>#GoHabsGo #GoBolts #TBL #TampaBayLightning #MontrealCanadiens #Game7 #NHLPlayoffs</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b31cbe71-8d1b-4962-99a3-7b4ed8e60db0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 11:45:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ff4626665ab01ea36e431026e7db74a264015acc28d7cfdebfc72a22a98a2acd/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiMzFjYmU3MS04ZDFiLTQ5NjItOTlhMy03YjRlZDhlNjBkYjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmNTg3ZTAyY2YyNWZlZTJiNGM1ZDNiL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTJfXzctMTMtNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="69880415" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/b31cbe71-8d1b-4962-99a3-7b4ed8e60db0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, 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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIv3adDp2timzjU7LGSfkJA&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;   / @backcheckingthebolts  &lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#GoHabsGo #GoBolts #TBL #TampaBayLightning #MontrealCanadiens #Game7 #NHLPlayoffs&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Stay Alive! Tampa Bay Wins Game 6 in OT vs Montreal, Forces Game 7</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning on the Brink After Game 5 Loss -Wesley Lawrence on Wild vs Stars ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning are on the brink.</p><p>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.</p><p>We’re also joined by <b>Wesley Lawrence from Defending Big D</b> to dive into the Western Conference — including a full breakdown of the Minnesota Wild vs Dallas Stars series and key storylines across the West.</p><p>⚡ Lightning vs Canadiens Game 5 recap<br />🏒 What’s going wrong for Tampa Bay<br />🔥 Keys to Game 6 and staying alive<br />⭐ Wesley Lawrence joins the show<br />🌵 Wild vs Stars breakdown<br />📊 Western Conference playoff analysis</p><p>🎙 Backchecking the Bolts — Your home for Tampa Bay Lightning coverage<br /></p><p>#GoBolts #TBL #tampabaylightning #tblightning #NHLplayoffs #DallasStars #MinnesotaWild #GoHabsGo #MontrealCanadiens</p><p></p><p>For ways to follow Wesley Lawrence &amp; Defending Big D:</p><p></p><p>Bleav podcast network: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bleav.com/shows/stargazing-a-dallas-stars-podcast-defending-big-d/" target="_blank">https://bleav.com/shows/stargazing-a-dallas-stars-podcast-defending-big-d/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Defendingbigd.com" target="_blank">Defendingbigd.com</a></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://wes-lawrence.bsky.social" target="_blank">wes-lawrence.bsky.social</a> (wes)</p><p>- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://hitzicestat.bsky.social" target="_blank">hitzicestat.bsky.social</a> (mark, my co-host)</p><p>- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://ketibbetts.bsky.social" target="_blank">ketibbetts.bsky.social</a> (kt, our producer)</p><p>Twitter</p><p>- @wesalawrence</p><p>- @<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://defendingbigd.com" target="_blank">defendingbigd.com</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2bd8ca27-e734-4825-99f7-8ac26b852026</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:18:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f21c260a6aeae29109199c2fc25cb8f3caf05b3742740ab12fbeb95b494baad5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyYmQ4Y2EyNy1lNzM0LTQ4MjUtOTlmNy04YWMyNmI4NTIwMjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmMzQ5ZGI1NmUwNjNlNThlNjUyNTI5L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTMwX18xNC0yMy01NS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="87504918" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/2bd8ca27-e734-4825-99f7-8ac26b852026/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning are on the brink.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re also joined by &lt;b&gt;Wesley Lawrence from Defending Big D&lt;/b&gt; to dive into the Western Conference — including a full breakdown of the Minnesota Wild vs Dallas Stars series and key storylines across the West.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;⚡ Lightning vs Canadiens Game 5 recap&lt;br /&gt;🏒 What’s going wrong for Tampa Bay&lt;br /&gt;🔥 Keys to Game 6 and staying alive&lt;br /&gt;⭐ Wesley Lawrence joins the show&lt;br /&gt;🌵 Wild vs Stars breakdown&lt;br /&gt;📊 Western Conference playoff analysis&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎙 Backchecking the Bolts — Your home for Tampa Bay Lightning coverage&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#GoBolts #TBL #tampabaylightning #tblightning #NHLplayoffs #DallasStars #MinnesotaWild #GoHabsGo #MontrealCanadiens&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For ways to follow Wesley Lawrence &amp;amp; Defending Big D:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Bleav podcast network: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://bleav.com/shows/stargazing-a-dallas-stars-podcast-defending-big-d/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://bleav.com/shows/stargazing-a-dallas-stars-podcast-defending-big-d/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://Defendingbigd.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Defendingbigd.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Bluesky&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;- &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://wes-lawrence.bsky.social&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;wes-lawrence.bsky.social&lt;/a&gt; (wes)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;- &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://hitzicestat.bsky.social&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;hitzicestat.bsky.social&lt;/a&gt; (mark, my co-host)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;- &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://ketibbetts.bsky.social&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;ketibbetts.bsky.social&lt;/a&gt; (kt, our producer)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;- @wesalawrence&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;- @&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://defendingbigd.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;defendingbigd.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:45:34</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning on the Brink After Game 5 Loss -Wesley Lawrence on Wild vs Stars </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolts Even the Series! Game 4 Breakdown - Crozier-Slafkovský Hit]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>On this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, 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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e3d3750a-23b3-45a0-ad67-eab09a2a0932</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/499f147f32e52c1eec6fe6478a3b5b821be163d940ad14159afd6083b5624ff7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlM2QzNzUwYS0yM2IzLTQ1YTAtYWQ2Ny1lYWIwOWEyYTA5MzIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllZWZmNTFkNTc5MjU3Y2ViNjRlOWQxL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTI3X184LTE2LTQ5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="60122740" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/e3d3750a-23b3-45a0-ad67-eab09a2a0932/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;On this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, 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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:19</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Bolts Even the Series! Game 4 Breakdown - Crozier-Slafkovský Hit</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Game 3 Recap (3-2 OT Loss) + Bob Grove Interview | NHL & Penguins ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>The Tampa Bay Lightning fall 3-2 in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 3.</b><br />We break down what went wrong, key moments that decided the game, and how the Bolts respond moving forward in this playoff series.</p><p></p><p>Then, we’re joined by <b>Bob Grove</b>, a veteran NHL journalist with <b>over 30 years covering the Pittsburgh Penguins and the league</b>, for an exclusive interview. We dive into his insights on today’s NHL, playoff hockey, and what makes championship teams different.</p><p></p><p>You can follow Bob on social media at the following:</p><p>Twitter: bobgrove91</p><p>Bluesky: bobgrove91.bsky.social</p><p></p><p><b>#GoBolts #LetsGoPens #GohabsGo #Montrealcanadiens #NHLPlayoffs #TBL #tampabaylightning </b></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b409f553-9729-43a9-aef8-a0e2c8fe9176</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d47365a9086a6b7b625b050923a9174893d4ea08f6e59f21d40226f2dfe010dc/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiNDA5ZjU1My05NzI5LTQzYTktYWVmOC1hMGUyYzhmZTkxNzYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllYzVjN2E4MmFlNjhlYmJiMjJmOTkyL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTI1X184LTE3LTMwLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="84825800" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/b409f553-9729-43a9-aef8-a0e2c8fe9176/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning fall 3-2 in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 3.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We break down what went wrong, key moments that decided the game, and how the Bolts respond moving forward in this playoff series.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Then, we’re joined by &lt;b&gt;Bob Grove&lt;/b&gt;, a veteran NHL journalist with &lt;b&gt;over 30 years covering the Pittsburgh Penguins and the league&lt;/b&gt;, for an exclusive interview. We dive into his insights on today’s NHL, playoff hockey, and what makes championship teams different.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can follow Bob on social media at the following:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: bobgrove91&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Bluesky: bobgrove91.bsky.social&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;#GoBolts #LetsGoPens #GohabsGo #Montrealcanadiens #NHLPlayoffs #TBL #tampabaylightning &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:44:11</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Game 3 Recap (3-2 OT Loss) + Bob Grove Interview | NHL &amp; Penguins </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning vs Canadiens Game 2 Recap  Tampa Wins 3-2 in OT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning take Game 2 in dramatic fashion with a 3-2 overtime win over Montreal! ⚡</p><p>In this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, host Jason Linkes is joined by Raw Charge Managing Editor Justin Godfrey to break down everything from Game 2 of this best-of-7 series.</p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li>Tampa Bay’s clutch overtime performance</li><li>Key plays and standout players in the 3-2 victory</li><li>What went right for the Lightning — and what Montreal needs to fix</li><li>And a full preview of Games 3 &amp; 4 as the series shifts to Montreal</li></ul><p>Can the Lightning keep momentum on the road? Or will the Canadiens respond at home?</p><p>🎧 Subscribe for more Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game breakdowns, and playoff analysis all series long!</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9003251a-68db-49d6-abe6-64c1205e0ca6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:40:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c729a4ab41ff8fd5b9dc2010a885d28adeadf57bdbdf1ae69efb0ede92b69498/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5MDAzMjUxYS02OGRiLTQ5ZDYtYWJlNi02NGMxMjA1ZTBjYTYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllOGQwZGI4YmU1NzljYzIxNDc4ZmE1L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTIyX18xNS00NC01OS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="56384513" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/9003251a-68db-49d6-abe6-64c1205e0ca6/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning take Game 2 in dramatic fashion with a 3-2 overtime win over Montreal! ⚡&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, host Jason Linkes is joined by Raw Charge Managing Editor Justin Godfrey to break down everything from Game 2 of this best-of-7 series.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We dive into:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tampa Bay’s clutch overtime performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Key plays and standout players in the 3-2 victory&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What went right for the Lightning — and what Montreal needs to fix&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;And a full preview of Games 3 &amp;amp; 4 as the series shifts to Montreal&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Can the Lightning keep momentum on the road? Or will the Canadiens respond at home?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 Subscribe for more Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, game breakdowns, and playoff analysis all series long!&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:22</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning vs Canadiens Game 2 Recap  Tampa Wins 3-2 in OT</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning Game 1 Recap 4-3 OT Loss + Keys for Game 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning drop Game 1 in heartbreaking fashion, falling 4-3 in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens. In this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, we break down everything that led to the OT loss — from key defensive lapses to standout performances and momentum-shifting moments.</p><p></p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li>What went right &amp; wrong for the Lightning in Game 1</li><li>Key plays that changed the outcome</li><li>Player performances (who stood out, who struggled)</li><li>The impact of the Montreal &amp; Tampa power plays<p></p></li></ul><p>Plus, we look ahead to <b>Game 2</b> — what Tampa Bay needs to adjust, lineup changes to watch, and keys to evening the series.</p><p></p><p>The Backchecking the Bolts YouTube Channel:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</a><br /><br />For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c5456e95-abe2-4e7d-8911-dcae1ef13c1e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:58:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f9084d858809147e3c22165d69201be15863f91bb540ed119c5bdbdfdda4377e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjNTQ1NmU5NS1hYmUyLTRlN2QtODkxMS1kY2FlMWVmMTNjMWUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllNjIzODVmYTE4YzY3NGU0ZGY1MmUyL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTIwX18xNS0wLTUzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="43001251" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/c5456e95-abe2-4e7d-8911-dcae1ef13c1e/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning drop Game 1 in heartbreaking fashion, falling 4-3 in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens. In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, we break down everything that led to the OT loss — from key defensive lapses to standout performances and momentum-shifting moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We dive into:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;What went right &amp;amp; wrong for the Lightning in Game 1&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Key plays that changed the outcome&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Player performances (who stood out, who struggled)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The impact of the Montreal &amp;amp; Tampa power plays&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, we look ahead to &lt;b&gt;Game 2&lt;/b&gt; — what Tampa Bay needs to adjust, lineup changes to watch, and keys to evening the series.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Backchecking the Bolts YouTube Channel:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:52</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning Game 1 Recap 4-3 OT Loss + Keys for Game 2</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jackie Spiegel on Philadelphia Flyers Resurgence + 2026 NHL Playoff 1st Round Predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we’re joined by Jackie Spiegel of the Philadelphia Inquirer to break down the resurgence of the Philadelphia Flyers and what it means heading into the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.</b></p><p></p><p>Jackie gives insider perspective on what’s driving the Flyers’ turnaround, key players stepping up, and whether Philadelphia is a legitimate threat in the Eastern Conference.</p><p>Justin and Jason also dive into their <b>NHL Playoff 1st Round predictions</b>, analyzing every series, highlighting potential upsets, and discussing which teams are built for a deep Stanley Cup run.</p><p></p><p>If you’re looking for a full <b>NHL playoff preview, Flyers analysis, and expert predictions</b>, this episode has you covered.</p><p>The Backchecking the Bolts YouTube Channel:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank">Backchecking the Bolts - YouTube</a></p><p></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a></p><p></p><p>You can read and follow Jackie Spiegel at the following:<br />Philadelphia Inquirer: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.inquirer.com/author/spiegel_jackie/" target="_blank">https://www.inquirer.com/author/spiegel_jackie/</a><br />X: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/jackiespiegel93" target="_blank">https://x.com/jackiespiegel93</a><br />Instagram:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/jackiespiegel/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jackiespiegel/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d0bc56fd-05fd-43d5-b952-03f35d45f8d4</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:45:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9e3f2c68dcf709b6717bd5951727df472bd3690cd1db21b982df6662637876e4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkMGJjNTZmZC0wNWZkLTQzZDUtYjk1Mi0wM2YzNWQ0NWY4ZDQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllMmRlYTVhZWM2ZmZmODAxYTc4YTVkL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTE4X18zLTMwLTEzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="78312951" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/d0bc56fd-05fd-43d5-b952-03f35d45f8d4/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we’re joined by Jackie Spiegel of the Philadelphia Inquirer to break down the resurgence of the Philadelphia Flyers and what it means heading into the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jackie gives insider perspective on what’s driving the Flyers’ turnaround, key players stepping up, and whether Philadelphia is a legitimate threat in the Eastern Conference.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Justin and Jason also dive into their &lt;b&gt;NHL Playoff 1st Round predictions&lt;/b&gt;, analyzing every series, highlighting potential upsets, and discussing which teams are built for a deep Stanley Cup run.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re looking for a full &lt;b&gt;NHL playoff preview, Flyers analysis, and expert predictions&lt;/b&gt;, this episode has you covered.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Backchecking the Bolts YouTube Channel:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Backchecking the Bolts - YouTube&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can read and follow Jackie Spiegel at the following:&lt;br /&gt;Philadelphia Inquirer: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.inquirer.com/author/spiegel_jackie/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.inquirer.com/author/spiegel_jackie/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;X: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://x.com/jackiespiegel93&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://x.com/jackiespiegel93&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Instagram:&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jackiespiegel/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/jackiespiegel/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:54:23</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Jackie Spiegel on Philadelphia Flyers Resurgence + 2026 NHL Playoff 1st Round Predictions</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens Playoff Preview ft. Jared Book (Habs Eyes on the Prize)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning are set to face the Montreal Canadiens in a highly anticipated Stanley Cup Playoff matchup, and we’ve got you covered with a full breakdown on this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>.</p><p></p><p>We’re joined by Jared Book of Habs Eyes on the Prize to get an inside perspective on the Canadiens heading into the series. From key players and lineup strengths to weaknesses Tampa Bay can exploit, this is your complete Canadiens vs Lightning playoff preview.</p><p></p><p>In the middle of the episode, Justin Godfrey of Raw Charge and Jared Book of Habs Eyes on the Prize go head-to-head breaking down the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens playoff series.</p><p></p><p>Can the Canadiens pull off an upset, or will the Lightning’s playoff experience prove too much?</p><p> </p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6a09c871-fd5f-4c8c-b3ca-455c5d0b5460</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:02:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/67dffe99fb673e5a39ff1434be5062b9f32b12fcb83ed3a5ca9f0c23810b88e7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2YTA5Yzg3MS1mZDVmLTRjOGMtYjNjYS00NTVjNWQwYjU0NjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllMWJmN2JhYjIwMWEzYzA5NTBjMmRkL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTE3X183LTQtNTkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="52954531" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/6a09c871-fd5f-4c8c-b3ca-455c5d0b5460/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning are set to face the Montreal Canadiens in a highly anticipated Stanley Cup Playoff matchup, and we’ve got you covered with a full breakdown on this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re joined by Jared Book of Habs Eyes on the Prize to get an inside perspective on the Canadiens heading into the series. From key players and lineup strengths to weaknesses Tampa Bay can exploit, this is your complete Canadiens vs Lightning playoff preview.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In the middle of the episode, Justin Godfrey of Raw Charge and Jared Book of Habs Eyes on the Prize go head-to-head breaking down the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens playoff series.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Can the Canadiens pull off an upset, or will the Lightning’s playoff experience prove too much?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:46</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens Playoff Preview ft. Jared Book (Habs Eyes on the Prize)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Win in OT vs Red Wings ⚡ Playoff Matchup vs Canadiens + Injury Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning pull off a huge 4-3 overtime win against the Detroit Red Wings, but the bigger story is what comes next…</p><p>⚡ The Bolts are officially set to face the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the NHL Playoffs.</p><p>In this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, we break down:</p><ul><li>The Lightning’s OT win vs Detroit and what it means moving forward</li><li>Early preview of the Lightning vs Canadiens playoff series</li><li>Key matchups and what Tampa needs to win</li><li>A deep dive into the current Lightning injury situation and how it could impact the postseason<p></p><p>YouTube Channel: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</a></p><p></p><p>Catch Backchecking the Bolts on all podcast formats below:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a><br /></p></li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e46057ef-c6e9-4bb4-bed6-e786d0c35172</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:21:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b8dea243b6b05663a2f4b420f791b88683f4084cfc854312d590605de7b20bd3/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlNDYwNTdlZi1jNmU5LTRiYjQtYmVkNi1lNzg2ZDBjMzUxNzIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkZTZhYjU1OWNkZmVhOTJjYTQ0NGQ2L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTE0X18xOC0yNi0yOS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="41756151" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/e46057ef-c6e9-4bb4-bed6-e786d0c35172/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning pull off a huge 4-3 overtime win against the Detroit Red Wings, but the bigger story is what comes next…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;⚡ The Bolts are officially set to face the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the NHL Playoffs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, we break down:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Lightning’s OT win vs Detroit and what it means moving forward&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Early preview of the Lightning vs Canadiens playoff series&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Key matchups and what Tampa needs to win&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A deep dive into the current Lightning injury situation and how it could impact the postseason&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube Channel: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Catch Backchecking the Bolts on all podcast formats below:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:00</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Win in OT vs Red Wings ⚡ Playoff Matchup vs Canadiens + Injury Update</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Split vs Canadiens & Bruins, Red Wings Preview + Playoff Race Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, we break down a tough 2-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens and a gritty 2-1 bounce-back win over the Boston Bruins. What went wrong against Montreal, and what adjustments helped the Tampa Bay Lightning respond against one of their biggest rivals?</p><p>We also preview Monday’s matchup against the Detroit Red Wings, highlighting key players to watch, potential line matchups, and what’s at stake as the regular season winds down.</p><p></p><p>Plus, we take a closer look at the NHL playoff picture—where the Lightning stand, who they’re chasing, and what needs to happen for Tampa Bay to lock in their postseason spot.</p><p></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a><br /><br />YouTube Channel: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank"><b>www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</b></a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7769b307-4f2d-4c04-8e9a-00a464ce8155</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:11:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3f57f686f61360703cae9a30026ec32e64aa6153a691e9c364c77cf24379eefe/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3NzY5YjMwNy00ZjJkLTRjMDQtOGU5YS0wMGE0NjRjZTgxNTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkYjFjN2I1YTZkMTk2NGMwY2FhZDlmL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTEyX182LTE1LTU1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="45798025" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/7769b307-4f2d-4c04-8e9a-00a464ce8155/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, we break down a tough 2-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens and a gritty 2-1 bounce-back win over the Boston Bruins. What went wrong against Montreal, and what adjustments helped the Tampa Bay Lightning respond against one of their biggest rivals?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also preview Monday’s matchup against the Detroit Red Wings, highlighting key players to watch, potential line matchups, and what’s at stake as the regular season winds down.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, we take a closer look at the NHL playoff picture—where the Lightning stand, who they’re chasing, and what needs to happen for Tampa Bay to lock in their postseason spot.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;YouTube Channel: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:48</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Split vs Canadiens &amp; Bruins, Red Wings Preview + Playoff Race Update</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Drop Two Straight | Sabres & Senators Recap, Canadiens Preview & Injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning are hitting a rough stretch, and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>.</p><p></p><p>We dive into the Lightning’s recent losses, falling 4-2 to the Buffalo Sabres and 6-2 to the Ottawa Senators, and what’s going wrong on both ends of the ice. We take a closer look at the key issues impacting Tampa Bay’s performance.</p><p></p><p>We also preview Thursday’s matchup against the Montreal Canadiens and discuss the latest Tampa Bay Lightning injury updates.  How the roster challenges are affecting lineup decisions, call-ups, and overall team chemistry.</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/cjQhpHry3BQ?si=0FnBvdIbsvNjOflq" target="_blank"><b>https://youtu.be/cjQhpHry3BQ?si=0FnBvdIbsvNjOflq</b></a></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">72d79559-e7f3-4987-914a-d1764256dcf2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:45:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6391f5b862fc982c21964ff2f0ad39ed81ee0e9fe4a59d6362d2382992692b35/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3MmQ3OTU1OS1lN2YzLTQ5ODctOTE0YS1kMTc2NDI1NmRjZjIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNjc5ZDA5MjVlMDg1MTUxOWE0YjRkL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LThfXzE3LTUyLTQ4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="49527684" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/72d79559-e7f3-4987-914a-d1764256dcf2/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning are hitting a rough stretch, and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We dive into the Lightning’s recent losses, falling 4-2 to the Buffalo Sabres and 6-2 to the Ottawa Senators, and what’s going wrong on both ends of the ice. We take a closer look at the key issues impacting Tampa Bay’s performance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also preview Thursday’s matchup against the Montreal Canadiens and discuss the latest Tampa Bay Lightning injury updates.  How the roster challenges are affecting lineup decisions, call-ups, and overall team chemistry.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://youtu.be/cjQhpHry3BQ?si=0FnBvdIbsvNjOflq&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://youtu.be/cjQhpHry3BQ?si=0FnBvdIbsvNjOflq&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Drop Two Straight | Sabres &amp; Senators Recap, Canadiens Preview &amp; Injuries</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Dominate Bruins 3-1! ⚡ Sabres & Senators Preview + Dyngus Day Fun]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning take care of business with a <b>dominant 3-1 win over the Boston Bruins</b>, and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>! From key plays to standout performances, we dive into what fueled Tampa’s victory and what it means moving forward.</p><p></p><p>We also <b>preview a crucial back-to-back road trip</b> as the Bolts head north to face the <b>Buffalo Sabres</b> and <b>Ottawa Senators</b>. Can Tampa keep the momentum rolling? We analyze matchups, key players, and what to watch for in both games.</p><p></p><p>And of course—it wouldn’t be this time of year without a little fun—<b>we celebrate Dyngus Day</b>, one of hockey fans’ favorite traditions</p><p></p><p>Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank"><b>http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</b></a></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">57c68491-a2f7-447c-8750-15e8bd12e610</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:23:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/83a0f446c3f514e3b47137ef437860b766e103a86d54af983d490fcd29cde7f6/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1N2M2ODQ5MS1hMmY3LTQ0N2MtODc1MC0xNWU4YmQxMmU2MTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkM2QyMDkyZTM1OGYwMzA2YzRiMzA2L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTZfXzE3LTMyLTI1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="50239259" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/57c68491-a2f7-447c-8750-15e8bd12e610/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning take care of business with a &lt;b&gt;dominant 3-1 win over the Boston Bruins&lt;/b&gt;, and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;! From key plays to standout performances, we dive into what fueled Tampa’s victory and what it means moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also &lt;b&gt;preview a crucial back-to-back road trip&lt;/b&gt; as the Bolts head north to face the &lt;b&gt;Buffalo Sabres&lt;/b&gt; and &lt;b&gt;Ottawa Senators&lt;/b&gt;. Can Tampa keep the momentum rolling? We analyze matchups, key players, and what to watch for in both games.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And of course—it wouldn’t be this time of year without a little fun—&lt;b&gt;we celebrate Dyngus Day&lt;/b&gt;, one of hockey fans’ favorite traditions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:53</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Lightning Dominate Bruins 3-1! ⚡ Sabres &amp; Senators Preview + Dyngus Day Fun</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Beat Penguins 6-3  Boston Preview, Leafs News w/ Hardev Lad & Injury Updates]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning take down the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-3, and we break it all down on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts. From standout performances to key turning points, we recap everything from the Lightning’s big win.</p><p></p><p>We also preview Tampa Bay’s upcoming matchup against the Boston Bruins, including what to watch for and how the Lightning can keep their momentum going.</p><p></p><p>Plus, we’re joined by Hardev Lad of Pension Plan Puppets to dive into the latest Toronto Maple Leafs news, storylines, and what it all means for the Eastern Conference.</p><p></p><p>To wrap things up, we go over the latest Lightning injury updates and how they could impact the lineup moving forward.</p><ul><li>Tampa Bay Lightning vs Pittsburgh Penguins recap (6-3 win)</li><li>Boston Bruins preview (Saturday matchup)</li><li>Toronto Maple Leafs discussion w/ Hardev Lad (Pension Plan Puppets)</li><li>Lightning injury news and roster outlook</li></ul><p></p><p>Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank"><b>http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</b></a></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">5f9f89f4-ca5a-4b63-9ac9-f832c5db164d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:41:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9e58c3e5af400ead58afd4ed6b01f489c4de499efbe60468520c37f88fc4dc1b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1ZjlmODlmNC1jYTVhLTRiNjMtOWFjOS1mODMyYzVkYjE2NGQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljZmUxMDdkNjhiMmMwZmI0NzU2NGU4L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTNfXzE3LTQ3LTE5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="55007129" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/5f9f89f4-ca5a-4b63-9ac9-f832c5db164d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning take down the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-3, and we break it all down on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts. From standout performances to key turning points, we recap everything from the Lightning’s big win.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also preview Tampa Bay’s upcoming matchup against the Boston Bruins, including what to watch for and how the Lightning can keep their momentum going.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, we’re joined by Hardev Lad of Pension Plan Puppets to dive into the latest Toronto Maple Leafs news, storylines, and what it all means for the Eastern Conference.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To wrap things up, we go over the latest Lightning injury updates and how they could impact the lineup moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tampa Bay Lightning vs Pittsburgh Penguins recap (6-3 win)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Boston Bruins preview (Saturday matchup)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Toronto Maple Leafs discussion w/ Hardev Lad (Pension Plan Puppets)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lightning injury news and roster outlook&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:38:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Lightning Beat Penguins 6-3  Boston Preview, Leafs News w/ Hardev Lad &amp; Injury Updates</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning Recap: 4-1 Loss to Canadiens | Penguins Preview & Mailbag]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b>, your go-to Tampa Bay Lightning podcast for game breakdowns, analysis, and NHL talk.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we dive into the Lightning’s <b>4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens</b>, breaking down what went wrong, key moments in the game, and standout performances—including Montreal’s strong goaltending effort and Tampa’s offensive struggles.</p><p></p><p>We also <b>preview Thursday’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins</b>, discussing what the Lightning need to do to bounce back, key players to watch, and how this game could impact the standings.</p><p></p><p>Plus, it’s time for the <b>Backchecking the Bolts Mailbag</b>, where we answer your questions about the Lightning, the NHL playoff race, roster decisions, and more.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9b2bd008-e5c4-4836-82ee-b99909d2ec37</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:43:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a738141263707d1bdf661923e482c066e4e5598b05e7f1d17530d78aedb271d7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5YjJiZDAwOC1lNWM0LTQ4MzYtODJlZS1iOTk5MDlkMmVjMzciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljZDRjZGNiM2RhMzYzNmRkY2NjNjdjL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTFfXzE4LTUwLTM2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="52358939" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/9b2bd008-e5c4-4836-82ee-b99909d2ec37/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt;, your go-to Tampa Bay Lightning podcast for game breakdowns, analysis, and NHL talk.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we dive into the Lightning’s &lt;b&gt;4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens&lt;/b&gt;, breaking down what went wrong, key moments in the game, and standout performances—including Montreal’s strong goaltending effort and Tampa’s offensive struggles.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also &lt;b&gt;preview Thursday’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins&lt;/b&gt;, discussing what the Lightning need to do to bounce back, key players to watch, and how this game could impact the standings.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, it’s time for the &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts Mailbag&lt;/b&gt;, where we answer your questions about the Lightning, the NHL playoff race, roster decisions, and more.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:22</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning Recap: 4-1 Loss to Canadiens | Penguins Preview &amp; Mailbag</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Win Streak Continues  Ottawa & Nashville Recap + Canadiens Preview + Tortorella to Vegas]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning keep the momentum rolling! In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down a big weekend as the Lightning extend their win streak with impressive victories over the Ottawa Senators and Nashville Predators.</p><p></p><p>We dive into key takeaways, standout performances, and what these wins mean for Tampa Bay moving forward. From offensive production to defensive structure, we cover everything you need to know from both matchups.</p><p></p><p>Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming game against the Montreal Canadiens and discuss what the Lightning need to do to keep the streak alive.</p><p></p><p>We talk about the latest NHL coaching buzz, including discussion surrounding John Tortorella heading to Vegas and it's a new Nurture Marketing Trivia Question!</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">de1f2e1a-9b31-40d1-bef1-80fae89e738b</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:13:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/55fc8b792be199c4924983dc8554102374ff16efbf59f8b01fd63cd03f69269c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkZTFmMmUxYS05YjMxLTQwZDEtYmVmMS04MGZhZTg5ZTczOGIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljYWIwYWFiYzA4YWMwNGI2ZDExMWVmL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTMwX18xOS0xOS0zOC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="52160200" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/de1f2e1a-9b31-40d1-bef1-80fae89e738b/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning keep the momentum rolling! In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts, we break down a big weekend as the Lightning extend their win streak with impressive victories over the Ottawa Senators and Nashville Predators.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We dive into key takeaways, standout performances, and what these wins mean for Tampa Bay moving forward. From offensive production to defensive structure, we cover everything you need to know from both matchups.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming game against the Montreal Canadiens and discuss what the Lightning need to do to keep the streak alive.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We talk about the latest NHL coaching buzz, including discussion surrounding John Tortorella heading to Vegas and it&apos;s a new Nurture Marketing Trivia Question!&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:13</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Win Streak Continues  Ottawa &amp; Nashville Recap + Canadiens Preview + Tortorella to Vegas</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Fall in OT to Kraken 4-3  Senators & Predators Preview + Trivia]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Backchecking the Bolts returns with a full breakdown of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s tough 4-3 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken. We dive into the key moments, game-changing plays, and what ultimately cost the Bolts in overtime. </p><p></p><p>Looking ahead, we preview a crucial weekend slate as the Lightning host the Ottawa Senators and Nashville Predators. We analyze matchups, potential lineup adjustments, and what Tampa Bay needs to do to bounce back and secure important points.</p><p></p><p>Plus, don’t miss today’s Nurture Marketing Trivia Question— for a chance to win a Nikita Kucherov jersey.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">570ef835-0d5e-4c9f-958b-16bf5249a94e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:21:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7f33282def2f5f6a3b486dc61ad6b14a93d28229bfb11360a851de82b2a5e0a1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1NzBlZjgzNS0wZDVlLTRjOWYtOTU4Yi0xNmJmNTI0OWE5NGUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljNjIyYWYyYmViYTA3NTE2NTg3ODhkL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTI3X183LTI0LTQ3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="46168546" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/570ef835-0d5e-4c9f-958b-16bf5249a94e/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Backchecking the Bolts returns with a full breakdown of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s tough 4-3 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken. We dive into the key moments, game-changing plays, and what ultimately cost the Bolts in overtime. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Looking ahead, we preview a crucial weekend slate as the Lightning host the Ottawa Senators and Nashville Predators. We analyze matchups, potential lineup adjustments, and what Tampa Bay needs to do to bounce back and secure important points.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, don’t miss today’s Nurture Marketing Trivia Question— for a chance to win a Nikita Kucherov jersey.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:04</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Fall in OT to Kraken 4-3  Senators &amp; Predators Preview + Trivia</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Dominate 6-3 Win vs Minnesota ⚡  Who’s on Tampa Bay’s Mount Rushmore]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning put together an impressive performance in a <b>6-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild</b>, and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>. From offensive firepower to key turning points, we dive into what this win means as the Bolts continue their push.</p><p>But that’s not all…</p><p>We also tackle a fun (and controversial) debate:<br />🏔️ <b>Who belongs on the Tampa Bay Lightning Mount Rushmore?</b><br />Which four players define the franchise? Expect strong opinions, tough choices, and plenty of debate.</p><p></p><p>Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank"><b>http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</b></a></p><p></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a></p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>email us: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">36c98ef3-8614-42f4-8c28-5ce09fa30742</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:34:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/fc1eaf4bac230f4eff57efe0d56bca1d0596afd0cb9c3f95536fd3fa5634922d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzNmM5OGVmMy04NjE0LTQyZjQtOGMyOC01Y2UwOWZhMzA3NDIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljNDJiZThkZWViOTRmOTkwZTQ2ZWZhL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTI1X18xOS0zOS0zNi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="57504226" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/36c98ef3-8614-42f4-8c28-5ce09fa30742/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning put together an impressive performance in a &lt;b&gt;6-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild&lt;/b&gt;, and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;. From offensive firepower to key turning points, we dive into what this win means as the Bolts continue their push.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But that’s not all…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also tackle a fun (and controversial) debate:&lt;br /&gt;🏔️ &lt;b&gt;Who belongs on the Tampa Bay Lightning Mount Rushmore?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Which four players define the franchise? Expect strong opinions, tough choices, and plenty of debate.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:39:56</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Dominate 6-3 Win vs Minnesota ⚡  Who’s on Tampa Bay’s Mount Rushmore</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Deep Dive: Oilers & Flames Breakdown + Wild Preview | Kucherov Leads NHL Points Race]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, 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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank"><b>http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</b></a></p><p></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</b></a></p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>email us: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0d983637-a908-44f1-a67d-08d2c726e5d8</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:20:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c023527816a4d1f9d9d0a1be5e6188a6a3254921a0a15fc5bf5f4716f03ede96/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwZDk4MzYzNy1hOTA4LTQ0ZjEtYTY3ZC0wOGQyYzcyNmU1ZDgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljMTVhMjM5YjcyZTRmMWY2MmY2NDVjL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTIzX18xNi0yMC0zLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="46699563" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/0d983637-a908-44f1-a67d-08d2c726e5d8/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, 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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please like and subscribe to the Backchecking the Bolts YouTube channel: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:26</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Lightning Deep Dive: Oilers &amp; Flames Breakdown + Wild Preview | Kucherov Leads NHL Points Race</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning Send a MESSAGE in 6-2 Win | Are the Bolts Heating Up?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>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. </p><p></p><p>Plus, we take a look at how this impacts the Eastern Conference playoff race.</p><p></p><p>Subscribe for Lightning news, game recaps, and playoff insights.</p><p></p><p>Please subscribe to our YouTube channel:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</a></p><p></p><p>For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts</a></p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>email us: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d8e1ac12-7c16-4f2d-ba46-fbc910d1a243</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:35:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1ce8d19a48914dcee04a1011d9be9eb7587f0aaf415434a06f9e781243fdee45/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkOGUxYWMxMi03YzE2LTRmMmQtYmE0Ni1mYmM5MTBkMWEyNDMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliZDNmNzc2MzIzNDU5NWIwZDVmNWZhL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTIwX18xMy0zNy0xMS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="43520983" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/d8e1ac12-7c16-4f2d-ba46-fbc910d1a243/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;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. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, we take a look at how this impacts the Eastern Conference playoff race.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe for Lightning news, game recaps, and playoff insights.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please subscribe to our YouTube channel:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For all of our social media outlets, use Linktree:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://linktr.ee/backcheckingthebolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:30:13</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning Send a MESSAGE in 6-2 Win | Are the Bolts Heating Up?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolts Roll 6-2 in Seattle! ⚡ Kucherov Hat Trick + Canucks Preview & NHL Updates]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>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.</p><p>Stay tuned for game analysis, player insights, and all things NHL!</p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p><p></p><p>#TampaBayLightning #seattlekraken #bethethunder #Kraken #NHL #GoBolts #VancouverCanucks #GoCanucksGo</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8492ab4b-13a9-4e32-a2df-15416b7277a7</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:50:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/fd0827da402516a2f1ac3c209ef0406ad38053a942dcd1636f4297fa7390c0c5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4NDkyYWI0Yi0xM2E5LTRlMzItYTJkZi0xNTQxNmI3Mjc3YTciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliYWQ4ODQ3YWE4ZDllNjQzYWQ0ZjEwL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTE4X18xNy01My0yNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="45993003" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/8492ab4b-13a9-4e32-a2df-15416b7277a7/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Stay tuned for game analysis, player insights, and all things NHL!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TampaBayLightning #seattlekraken #bethethunder #Kraken #NHL #GoBolts #VancouverCanucks #GoCanucksGo&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:56</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Bolts Roll 6-2 in Seattle! ⚡ Kucherov Hat Trick + Canucks Preview &amp; NHL Updates</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Fall 4–2 to Hurricanes  Tampa Bay Lightning vs Carolina Recap & Kraken Game Preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning fall 4–2 to the Carolina Hurricanes. In this episode of <i>Backchecking the Bolts</i>, 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. </p><p></p><p>We also take a look at the college players expected to join the Lightning organization and what they could bring to the team.</p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p><p></p><p>#TampaBayLightning, #GoBolts, #BoltsNation, #LightningHockey, #CarolinaHurricanes, #SeattleKraken, #NHLLive, #NHLRecap</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c0bcf90b-99fd-4d23-a152-570c701081e2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:27:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c5915453bb87991b3af5acf5546e83597817ecab2bc1ce60490a5537a8a8e908/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjMGJjZjkwYi05OWZkLTRkMjMtYTE1Mi01NzBjNzAxMDgxZTIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliNmRlNDc3NzllYzc3MGI2NGFhZWJiL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTE1X18xNy0yOC01NS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="41483432" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/c0bcf90b-99fd-4d23-a152-570c701081e2/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning fall 4–2 to the Carolina Hurricanes. In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/i&gt;, 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. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also take a look at the college players expected to join the Lightning organization and what they could bring to the team.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TampaBayLightning, #GoBolts, #BoltsNation, #LightningHockey, #CarolinaHurricanes, #SeattleKraken, #NHLLive, #NHLRecap&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:48</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Fall 4–2 to Hurricanes  Tampa Bay Lightning vs Carolina Recap &amp; Kraken Game Preview</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did the Lightning Send a Message vs Detroit? Full Breakdown + Hurricanes Preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Did the <b>Tampa Bay Lightning send a message with their win over the Detroit Red Wings?</b> In this episode of <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b>, 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.</p><p></p><p>We also <b>preview the upcoming matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Carolina Hurricanes</b>, looking at the biggest storylines, players to watch, and what Tampa needs to do to keep the momentum going.</p><p></p><p>If you're a <b>Tampa Bay Lightning fan looking for game recaps, NHL analysis, and Lightning news</b>, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the Bolts.</p><p><b>In this episode:</b></p><ul><li>Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings game recap</li><li>Key moments and goal scorers from the Lightning win</li><li>Player performances and analysis</li><li>Preview: Lightning vs Carolina Hurricanes</li><li>NHL news around the league<p></p></li></ul><p>Subscribe to <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b> for more <b>Tampa Bay Lightning recaps, NHL analysis, and Bolts coverage all season long.</b></p><p>#TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #DetroitRedWings #CarolinaHurricanes #BackcheckingTheBolts</p><p></p><p>Episode: 16</p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>email us: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fa2fdefd-d20a-4a9f-b8e4-572d1aaf5cf2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:33:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a963764155af50de8d9138f0b77915bdd12f49c1cbb7164367400e5e7f640f37/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmYTJmZGVmZC1kMjBhLTRhOWYtYjhlNC01NzJkMWFhZjVjZjIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliNDRiNGFkZGJkNDFjODEwN2EzN2I0L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTEzX18xOC0zNy0xNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="54766384" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/fa2fdefd-d20a-4a9f-b8e4-572d1aaf5cf2/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Did the &lt;b&gt;Tampa Bay Lightning send a message with their win over the Detroit Red Wings?&lt;/b&gt; In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt;, 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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also &lt;b&gt;preview the upcoming matchup between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Carolina Hurricanes&lt;/b&gt;, looking at the biggest storylines, players to watch, and what Tampa needs to do to keep the momentum going.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&apos;re a &lt;b&gt;Tampa Bay Lightning fan looking for game recaps, NHL analysis, and Lightning news&lt;/b&gt;, this podcast covers everything you need to know about the Bolts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In this episode:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings game recap&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Key moments and goal scorers from the Lightning win&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Player performances and analysis&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preview: Lightning vs Carolina Hurricanes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;NHL news around the league&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe to &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt; for more &lt;b&gt;Tampa Bay Lightning recaps, NHL analysis, and Bolts coverage all season long.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #DetroitRedWings #CarolinaHurricanes #BackcheckingTheBolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 16&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:38:02</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Did the Lightning Send a Message vs Detroit? Full Breakdown + Hurricanes Preview</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Losses in 7 Games...What's Happening to the Lightning]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning are struggling, dropping <b>6 of their last 7 games</b> — so what’s going wrong in Tampa?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b>, we break down the <b>Lightning’s 5–2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets</b>, analyze the biggest issues behind the recent slump, and discuss what needs to change moving forward.</p><p></p><p>We also <b>preview the upcoming matchup against the Detroit Red Wings</b> and take a look at the latest <b>NHL Awards betting odds</b>, including the races for the Hart Trophy, Vezina, and other major awards.</p><p></p><p>👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more <b>Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, NHL analysis, betting insights, and weekly hockey talk.</b></p><p></p><p>#TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #NHLNews #HockeyPodcast #tampabaylightning</p><p>Please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</a></p><p>and wherever you find your podcasts.</p><p></p><p>Episode: 15</p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>RawCharge: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a></p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>email us: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com" target="_blank">backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</a></p><p> </p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">94422de6-0ef0-40e6-9341-94d7b0359bb7</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:48:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/811429ec7179a194a44650f413bb8449de7e12d3df6a2b50d849fb00cdef95e2/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5NDQyMmRlNi0wZWYwLTQwZTYtOTM0MS05NGQ3YjAzNTliYjciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliMGY0YjE4MGYwMzIwZjlhN2VmYmEyL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTExX181LTUwLTU3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="49251204" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/94422de6-0ef0-40e6-9341-94d7b0359bb7/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Tampa Bay Lightning are struggling, dropping &lt;b&gt;6 of their last 7 games&lt;/b&gt; — so what’s going wrong in Tampa?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt;, we break down the &lt;b&gt;Lightning’s 5–2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets&lt;/b&gt;, analyze the biggest issues behind the recent slump, and discuss what needs to change moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also &lt;b&gt;preview the upcoming matchup against the Detroit Red Wings&lt;/b&gt; and take a look at the latest &lt;b&gt;NHL Awards betting odds&lt;/b&gt;, including the races for the Hart Trophy, Vezina, and other major awards.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more &lt;b&gt;Tampa Bay Lightning coverage, NHL analysis, betting insights, and weekly hockey talk.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #NHL #LightningHockey #NHLNews #HockeyPodcast #tampabaylightning&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;and wherever you find your podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 15&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;RawCharge: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>6 Losses in 7 Games...What&apos;s Happening to the Lightning</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buffalo’s Insane 8-7 Game + Lightning vs Toronto Recap  NHL Trade Deadline Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The <b>NHL Trade Deadline</b> has passed and there’s a lot to break down. In this episode of <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b>, we dive into the biggest trade deadline moves around the league and what they mean for teams heading toward the Stanley Cup Playoffs.</p><p></p><p>We also recap the <b>Lightning vs. Toronto matchup</b> and the <b>wild 8–7 battle in Buffalo</b>, where a physical, high-scoring game had everything—momentum swings, big hits, and nonstop action.</p><p></p><p>If you’re an NHL fan looking for <b>Lightning analysis, trade deadline reactions, and game breakdowns</b>, this episode has you covered.</p><p><b>Topics in this episode:</b></p><p>·        NHL Trade Deadline winners and losers</p><p>·        Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto recap</p><p>·        Buffalo’s wild 8–7 game breakdown</p><p>·        Physical play and key moments from the matchup</p><p></p><p>Please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</a></p><p>and wherever you find your podcasts.</p><p></p><p>Episode: 14</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2e40a110-9f2a-4693-b4bd-f1044205f0fe</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:12:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/19df13106e2735c18e5246d7e8afa65fb018cd33de9ac8d6ea6ada7a35e854d1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyZTQwYTExMC05ZjJhLTQ2OTMtYjRiZC1mMTA0NDIwNWYwZmUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhZTQ5NmY2NTcxNGY0N2JlOTA2YjE5L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTlfXzUtMTUtNDMubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="52173366" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/2e40a110-9f2a-4693-b4bd-f1044205f0fe/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The &lt;b&gt;NHL Trade Deadline&lt;/b&gt; has passed and there’s a lot to break down. In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt;, we dive into the biggest trade deadline moves around the league and what they mean for teams heading toward the Stanley Cup Playoffs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also recap the &lt;b&gt;Lightning vs. Toronto matchup&lt;/b&gt; and the &lt;b&gt;wild 8–7 battle in Buffalo&lt;/b&gt;, where a physical, high-scoring game had everything—momentum swings, big hits, and nonstop action.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re an NHL fan looking for &lt;b&gt;Lightning analysis, trade deadline reactions, and game breakdowns&lt;/b&gt;, this episode has you covered.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Topics in this episode:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;·        NHL Trade Deadline winners and losers&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;·        Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto recap&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;·        Buffalo’s wild 8–7 game breakdown&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;·        Physical play and key moments from the matchup&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;and wherever you find your podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 14&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:14</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Buffalo’s Insane 8-7 Game + Lightning vs Toronto Recap  NHL Trade Deadline Talk</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa Bay Lightning Recap vs Wild & Jets | Leafs & Sabres Preview + NHL Trade Deadline Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p></p><p>Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>) Justin Godfrey</p><p>Episode: 13</p><p></p><p>Get caught up on everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning in this episode of <b>Backchecking the Bolts</b>. 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.</p><p></p><p>Plus, we take a look at the biggest moves and rumors around the league as teams prepare for the NHL Trade Deadline.</p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>www.Rawcharge.com</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</p><p>E-mail: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</p><p></p><p>#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #NHLTradeDeadline #NHL #GoJetsGo #MNWild #GoSabers</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">77bae237-3ec7-447d-997d-a2928627ba10</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:00:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/5c24d28c004c532f8919427b3f91e5378e70edf4b967b275bd89f83af42cece2/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3N2JhZTIzNy0zZWM3LTQ0N2QtOTk3ZC1hMjkyODYyN2JhMTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhYjA5MjdkNTA0N2M3ZWM3ZTJiMWYyL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTZfXzE4LTQtMzkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="62089029" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/77bae237-3ec7-447d-997d-a2928627ba10/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;) Justin Godfrey&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 13&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Get caught up on everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Lightning in this episode of &lt;b&gt;Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/b&gt;. 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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, we take a look at the biggest moves and rumors around the league as teams prepare for the NHL Trade Deadline.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;www.Rawcharge.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;E-mail: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #NHLTradeDeadline #NHL #GoJetsGo #MNWild #GoSabers&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:43:07</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Tampa Bay Lightning Recap vs Wild &amp; Jets | Leafs &amp; Sabres Preview + NHL Trade Deadline Talk</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning vs. Wild & Jets + Breaking Down the Western Conference at the Trade Deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p></p><p>Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>) Justin Godfrey</p><p>Episode: 12</p><p></p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>Preview of the upcoming Minnesota and Winnipeg games</li><li>Lightning injury news</li><li>A closer look at the Western Conference at the trade deadline - who is buying, selling and who may be on the move<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>www.Rawcharge.com</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts</p><p>E-mail: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</p><p></p><p>#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #Bethethunder #MNWild #GoJetsGo</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f4a463c0-a9bc-486e-aad4-c6da89593fcc</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:54:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/df450d1e980d7e6ef49ebcec0243b354e46606c642f3c7e3ad5f33f46f1aae37/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmNGE0NjNjMC1hOWJjLTQ4NmUtYWFkNC1jNmRhODk1OTNmY2MiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhNzIxODg1NzdkNjQxOWM5ZWE2YWE1L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTNfXzE4LTU5LTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="85544690" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/episodes/f4a463c0-a9bc-486e-aad4-c6da89593fcc/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;) Justin Godfrey&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 12&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preview of the upcoming Minnesota and Winnipeg games&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lightning injury news&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A closer look at the Western Conference at the trade deadline - who is buying, selling and who may be on the move&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;www.Rawcharge.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;E-mail: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#GoBolts #TampaBayLightning #Bethethunder #MNWild #GoJetsGo&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:59:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning vs. Wild &amp; Jets + Breaking Down the Western Conference at the Trade Deadline</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buffalo Sabers Shellacking - Metro Division Trade Deadline Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p></p><p>Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>) Justin Godfrey</p><p>Episode: 11</p><p></p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>Recap of the dud at home against Buffalo</li><li>NHL News around the league</li><li>A closer look at the Metropolitan Division at the trade deadline - who is buying, selling and who may be on the move<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p></p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts.com</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">207726ed-4591-4bfd-b470-99341493c423</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 06:21:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ceed654b432e43fa6a99d63f7830ad3cfe8ad1b8c5ac3324510c8c6e4f12edc6/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyMDc3MjZlZC00NTkxLTRiZmQtYjQ3MC05OTM0MTQ5M2M0MjMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhM2RiNmMzNzc4NzYyZWVmOTI4ZWJmL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTFfXzctMjMtNDAubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="54121264" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;) Justin Godfrey&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 11&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Recap of the dud at home against Buffalo&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;NHL News around the league&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A closer look at the Metropolitan Division at the trade deadline - who is buying, selling and who may be on the move&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts.com&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:37:35</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Buffalo Sabers Shellacking - Metro Division Trade Deadline Talk</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tampa's Next Test: Buffalo Sabers Preview +Atlantic Division Buyers & Sellers]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p></p><p>Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>) Justin Godfrey</p><p>Episode: 10</p><p></p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>Recap of the Toronto (Feb. 25th) and Carolina (Feb. 26th) games</li></ul><ul><li>Preview of the Tampa-Buffalo game on February 28th.</li><li>A closer look at the Atlantic Division at the trade deadline - who is buying, selling and who may be on the move<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p>www.rawcharge.com</p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ff9021a8-3146-4a9b-8a6e-5888272944b6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:18:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d34ff6708e6332f2f6af89a097619bf9f71f7a959f3e70084381dfa34b52de0e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmZjkwMjFhOC0zMTQ2LTRhOWItOGE2ZS01ODg4MjcyOTQ0YjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhMWQyMWQ3Yzk1MDI4Njc3ZGVlMzczL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI3X18xOC0xOS0yNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="54819674" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Backchecking the Bolts goes beyond the box scores and break down the Tampa Bay Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosts: Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;) Justin Godfrey&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 10&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Recap of the Toronto (Feb. 25th) and Carolina (Feb. 26th) games&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preview of the Tampa-Buffalo game on February 28th.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A closer look at the Atlantic Division at the trade deadline - who is buying, selling and who may be on the move&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:38:04</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Tampa&apos;s Next Test: Buffalo Sabers Preview +Atlantic Division Buyers &amp; Sellers</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning Face Maple Leafs & Hurricanes + Jon Cooper's Olympic Ovetime Take]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p>Episode: 9</p><p></p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>Recap of the U.S. vs. Canada Gold Medal Game</li></ul><ul><li>Cooper's thoughts on Olympic overtime</li><li>Upcoming Game Previews: Tampa vs. Toronto (Wednesday) and at Carolina (Thursday)<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p></p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts.com</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">416ff4d7-fc1b-47f9-ae40-526c9bdb7180</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:16:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c8e667eed4134df4444b5801e4898de867365a7a08cb616f04256e58393a7faa/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0MTZmZjRkNy1mYzFiLTQ3ZjktYWU0MC01MjZjOWJkYjcxODAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZTc4MjAyMGFiOWY0N2U2NWNmMTdjL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI1X181LTE4LTQwLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="45841284" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 9&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Recap of the U.S. vs. Canada Gold Medal Game&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cooper&apos;s thoughts on Olympic overtime&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Upcoming Game Previews: Tampa vs. Toronto (Wednesday) and at Carolina (Thursday)&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts.com&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:50</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Lightning Face Maple Leafs &amp; Hurricanes + Jon Cooper&apos;s Olympic Ovetime Take</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Backchecking the Bolts 2-22-26 - Best & Worst Trades (2010-Present) - Salt Lake Travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p>Episode: 8</p><p></p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>Our predictions for the U.S. vs. Canada Gold Medal Game</li></ul><ul><li>The Best &amp; Worst Lightning Trades of the BriseBois / Yzerman era. (2010 - Present)</li><li>The fifth part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Salt Lake City.<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p></p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts.com</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac139e1-cb2b-4457-b15f-1f724735a683</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:11:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/0d1b48a9371b89e600d8f7a69460bfd03882652c863795e146898e8ce2abb12c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2YWMxMzllMS1jYjJiLTQ0NTctYjE1Zi0xZjcyNDczNWE2ODMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5YjM5OGFhZWZkOWE2ZmFlMzc4NGVmL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTIyX18xOC0xNC01MC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="62511586" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 8&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Our predictions for the U.S. vs. Canada Gold Medal Game&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Best &amp;amp; Worst Lightning Trades of the BriseBois / Yzerman era. (2010 - Present)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The fifth part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Salt Lake City.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts.com&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:43:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:title>Backchecking the Bolts 2-22-26 - Best &amp; Worst Trades (2010-Present) - Salt Lake Travel</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Backchecking the Bolts 2-19-26 - Crozier & Hedman Injuries, Best/Worst Trades 92-2008, Dallas Travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p>Episode: 7</p><p></p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>Victor Hedman and Max Crozier injuries and how they impact the Bolts blueline</li><li>The Best &amp; Worst Lightning Trades from 1992-2008</li><li>The fourth part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Dallas.<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p></p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts.com</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">bde6895f-3184-41fa-b5e9-2e108b43a3b0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:56:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/41a0a9397750e11c045b0add2144d43fe62a96d851198dba2e2a05ae1663f3eb/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiZGU2ODk1Zi0zMTg0LTQxZmEtYjVlOS0yZTEwOGI0M2EzYjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5NmMyNTZiMjRkYWY2YjE1OGJmZTBjL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTE5X184LTU3LTEwLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="71631664" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode: 7&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Victor Hedman and Max Crozier injuries and how they impact the Bolts blueline&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Best &amp;amp; Worst Lightning Trades from 1992-2008&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The fourth part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Dallas.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts.com&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:49:45</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Backchecking the Bolts 2-19-26 - Crozier &amp; Hedman Injuries, Best/Worst Trades 92-2008, Dallas Travel</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Backchecking the Bolts 2-15-26 - Olympic Bracket, Awards Betting Odds & Winnipeg Travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>J.J. Moser and Zegmus Girgensons in the Olympics</li><li>The Olympic bracket</li></ul><ul><li>Justin looks at NHL Betting Odds</li><li>The third part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Winnipeg.<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p></p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts.com</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">50205e16-1812-4c40-9a46-336566c35043</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:41:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/69ec8e4a2eb2193fb04a96db896d2f546925172cd10475fa15b9b806d24c0734/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MDIwNWUxNi0xODEyLTRjNDAtOWE0Ni0zMzY1NjZjMzUwNDMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5Mjc2OTZhOWNiMmE3ZDhjYTlmM2YzL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTE2X18yLTQ0LTU0Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="46278887" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;J.J. Moser and Zegmus Girgensons in the Olympics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Olympic bracket&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Justin looks at NHL Betting Odds&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The third part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Winnipeg.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts.com&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:08</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Backchecking the Bolts 2-15-26 - Olympic Bracket, Awards Betting Odds &amp; Winnipeg Travel</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Backchecking the Bolts 2-13-26 - Olympics, Syracuse Crunch, Denver Travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><p>Today's episode features:</p><ul><li>Lightning players in the Olympics through their first games</li></ul><ul><li>Justin takes a deeper look at the Syracuse Crunch</li><li>The second part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Denver.<p></p></li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.</p><p>Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p>Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts</p><p></p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4d4c41bb-8f36-49c5-a974-9dc65ad5deec</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:26:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3aa73d34a03ea43b2b71024f443c6c9a713f20a971130b545dc87b6eb3360602/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0ZDRjNDFiYi04ZjM2LTQ5YzUtYTk3NC05ZGM2NWFkNWRlZWMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4ZjUxY2MxNGI1YzdiYTA1YzM5YzcxL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTEzX18xNy0zMS04Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="42899060" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today&apos;s episode features:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lightning players in the Olympics through their first games&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Justin takes a deeper look at the Syracuse Crunch&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The second part in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts. We take a look at traveling to Denver.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:47</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Backchecking the Bolts 2-13-26 - Olympics, Syracuse Crunch, Denver Travel</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Backchecking the Bolts 2-10-26 - Olympics, Roster Moves and St. Louis Travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><ul><li>Lightning players in the Olympics and their roles</li></ul><ul><li>Curtis Douglas fine</li><li>Jack Finley claimed by the St. Louis Blues</li><li>The first in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts to St. Louis</li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on Twitter at Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p>Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts</p><p></p><p>email us: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7512bd80-cb51-4283-b3cc-cbb5514574fb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:32:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/541701e315e5c305abcd1d869971cf3578acfe680bf51c03431d6a65e1a6667d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3NTEyYmQ4MC1jYjUxLTQyODMtYjNjYy1jYmI1NTE0NTc0ZmIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4YTk4ZmRlMDRlOTU4MGYzYTc0YWM2L2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTEwX18zLTMzLTMzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="16149124" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.rawcharge.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.rawcharge.com&lt;/a&gt;), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning&apos;s most recent tilts and news.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lightning players in the Olympics and their roles&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Curtis Douglas fine&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jack Finley claimed by the St. Louis Blues&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The first in a series of helpful hints when traveling with the Bolts to St. Louis&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Backchecking the Bolts on Twitter at Tampa_Bolts_Pod&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;email us: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:33:39</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/fc6ec2c5-4ae3-4f8c-b583-d95b55ba639e/logos/51cfa2ef-5167-4d6c-a11c-a8a9a2d1688d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Backchecking the Bolts 2-10-26 - Olympics, Roster Moves and St. Louis Travel</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Backchecking the Bolts 2-6-23 - Buffalo & Florida Recaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.rawcharge.com" target="_blank">www.rawcharge.com</a>), Justin Godfrey as they go beyond the box scores and break down the Lightning's most recent tilts and news.</p><ul><li>February 3 vs. Buffalo</li></ul><ul><li>February 5 vs. Florida</li><li>Darren Raddysh's rise heading into the final year of his contract.</li></ul><p>Follow Backchecking the Bolts on Twitter at Tampa_Bolts_Pod</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">62c5fdb7-7234-427b-aecb-dffd43f97c38</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason Linkes]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:47:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d68831543a72bafeeb0dc1eb69d07e3d5c5197836decd9a86fee6f386ec0421d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2MmM1ZmRiNy03MjM0LTQyN2ItYWVjYi1kZmZkNDNmOTdjMzgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmYzZlYzJjNS00YWUzLTRmOGMtYjU4My1kOTViNTViYTYzOWUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYWFhZjZjZjljZjcxODdlMjRhOTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4NWM2ZGM4ZTM4OWZmMzIwZmMwM2MzL2phc29ucy1zdHVkaW8tV3pHaUItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTZfXzExLTQ3LTU2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="13874173" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge (&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; 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