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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL trade buzz: Montreal Canadiens targeting $50M Tampa Bay Lightning star Anthony Cirelli to strengthen top six
Anthony Cirelli (Credit: Getty Images) The Montreal Canadiens are actively exploring trade options to upgrade their forward group this offseason, and Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli has surfaced as a top target. Team officials reportedly believe Cirelli's skill set aligns perfectly with their roster needs, particularly as a reliable second-line pivot behind captain Nick Suzuki. Anthony Cirelli trade talks are not simple, but not off the table Despite the Canadiens' interest, pulling off a trade for Anthony Cirelli would be far from straightforward. The Lightning values his versatility and leadership, especially as they work to stay competitive in a tight Eastern Conference. Cirelli has long been viewed as a cornerstone in Tampa's middle-six and a key penalty-kill contributor. Canadiens willing to make bold NHL moves this offseason Montreal has already demonstrated this offseason that it is willing to be aggressive. The team added top talent through the draft and is working to complement its young core with experienced, playoff-proven players. Anthony Cirelli checks many of those boxes. Though Montreal has reportedly considered other options to fill their second-line center void, including younger and older names across the league, Cirelli stands out due to his balanced game and long-term upside. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like So sánh mức trượt giá: Hợp đồng tương lai (CFD) Bitcoin vs Ethereum IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo He could also provide mentorship to developing forwards like Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovský, and Ivan Demidov. Lightning's decision may come down to roster depth For Tampa Bay, the decision to entertain offers for Anthony Cirelli would likely hinge on their confidence in internal replacements. While the Lightning have a strong core intact, moving a forward of Cirelli's caliber would leave a hole in their lineup, one that may not be easy to fill without adding from the outside. Anthony Cirelli has become a focal point in NHL trade rumors for good reason. He's the kind of smart, dependable center that playoff teams are built around. If the Montreal Canadiens can navigate the trade hurdles and convince Tampa Bay to deal, they could make one of the biggest moves of the NHL offseason. Also Read: Former NHL enforcer Nick Tarnasky destroys drunk man in wild viral golf course brawl For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
What The Lightning Are Receiving With Sam O'Reilly
Natalie Shaver/OHL Images Losing Isaac Howard is a tough pill to swallow for the Tampa Bay Lightning and their fans, but they can be relieved to acquire a prospect of the calibre of Sam O'Reilly. O'Reilly might not be as potent offensively as Howard, but what Howard lacks defensively and physically, O'Reilly excels. Advertisement Comparing any prospect to Anthony Cirelli can be unfair, but if any prospect resembles Cirelli, it's O'Reilly. Both O'Reilly and Cirelli are listed at 6-foot-1, 190 pounds, carrying relentless motors when attempting to regain possession of the puck. Their play styles are very similar, and it's where most of the comparisons are drawn from, but their stories through junior hockey are nearly identical. Cirelli won two OHL Championships and a Memorial Cup, finishing his junior career scoring just under a point per game, recording 59 goals and 159 points in 181 games. O'Reilly has won two OHL Championships and a Memorial Cup with the London Knights and still has another season of OHL eligibility. O'Reilly is also scoring at just under a point per game, scoring 48 goals and 127 points in 135 games. Cirelli's work ethic has made him a successful NHL player. Of course, he has an abundance of skill, but what separates him and helped him record a career-high 27 goals and 59 points last season is just how hard he works every shift. Cirelli has never been the best player on his team at any level, something O'Reilly knows a bit about as well. Auston Matthews (34) and Anthony Cirelli (71). Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images The 19-year-old finished fourth in goals and third in points on his team, overshadowed offensively by Easton Cowan, Denver Barkey, Kasper Halttunen, Sam Dickinson and Oliver Bonk, but no player received more trust to shut down the opponent's top line than O'Reilly. Advertisement Although Howard is NHL-ready and O'Reilly is likely two years away, O'Reilly's best traits might translate to the NHL better than Howard's, and he fills a role that's hard to find, a two-way middle-six center. A strong start to his season with the Knights could help O'Reilly land a spot on Team Canada's World Junior roster. With several players graduating from the Knights to professional hockey, O'Reilly is expected to garner a much larger role this season. Lightning acquire Sam O'Reilly from Oilers in exchange for Isaac Howard Lightning acquire Sam O'Reilly from Oilers in exchange for Isaac Howard The Lightning announced late Tuesday that they have acquired prospect Sam O'Reilly from the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for Isaac Howard. O'Reilly was originally drafted by the Oilers in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft, 32nd overall. Sam O'Reilly Drafted 32nd Overall by Edmonton; A Two-way, Power Forward in the Making Sam O'Reilly Drafted 32nd Overall by Edmonton; A Two-way, Power Forward in the Making The Oilers traded into the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft to select the London Knights center, Sam O'Reilly
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Aleksander Barkov, Anthony Cirelli, and Sam Reinhart shine as Selke Trophy finalists
Image Via Twitter Although goal scoring may be the unrelenting focus of interest, the tradition of backchecking by forwards should not be lost in attention. The three players this season who have gone farthest in the way of offensive contribution and defensive diligence are Aleksander Barkov , Anthony Cirelli , and Sam Reinhart . Each of them has shown commitment to stopping the other team with faceoffs, penalty killing, and transitioning. Their two-way performance has kept them on the list of finalists for the coveted Frank J. Selke Trophy. Aleksander Barkov and Sam Reinhart head the Florida Panthers' defense line The captain of the Florida Panthers, Aleksander Barkov, has proven time and again to be among the best two-way centers in the NHL. Barkov's combination of size, awareness, and intelligent positioning all had him swinging elite defensive numbers throughout the 2024-25 season with evidence of consistent puck control, crucial faceoff wins, and a heavy presence on both special teams. Having won both awards before, Barkov's leadership and well-rounded play helped propel Florida to its sixth consecutive postseason. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Click Here To Read More - micro segmentation software Expertinspector Click Here Undo Reinhart, who was originally tagged as a pure offensive player, has now grown into a complete player. For as much as he may light up the goal or point charts for the team, Reinhart can also be counted upon as he was in those situations where a player would dive in front of a shot or break up a play on a penalty kill. His versatility becomes even more evident in pressure-packed situations when he must switch from forward play to defense in protecting a slim lead. Anthony Cirelli earns long-awaited recognition for defensive prowess While some stars of the Lightning often steal the spotlight, Anthony Cirelli has become one of the most unsung yet reliable defensive forwards in the entire league. A master of positioning and discipline, Cirelli has been front and center in the Lightning's effective penalty kill unit and in their overall defensive structure. Cirelli's presence against tough matchups and puck battles was a factor in Tampa reaching the postseason for the eighth consecutive year. For Cirelli, this is his first official Selke finalist appearance, a recognition many feel has been long in coming. Also Read: "Always done a good job": Connor McDavid sends subtle message to Oilers management ahead of NHL trade deadline All three—Aleksander Barkov, Anthony Cirelli, and Sam Reinhart—are representatives of the modern NHL forward: offensively talented but defensively aware. As the league awaits the announcement of the Selke winner, these finalists have already shown that real greatness is about being commanding on both sides of the ice.
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Panthers vs Lightning Game 5: Live Stream NHL Playoffs, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In the battle for NHL supremacy in Florida, the Florida Panthers and the Tampa Bay Lightning continue their best-of-seven first-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday in Game 5. With a win on Wednesday, the Panthers can close out the series. Will the Lightning be able to keep the series alive with a win at home, or will the Panthers get the win and move on to the next round? Tune in to ESPN2, FDSN Sun at 7:30 PM EDT to find out. Anthony Cirelli #71 of the Tampa Bay Lightning fights against Sam Reinhart #13 of the Florida Panthers at the end of the second period in Game Three of the First Round of the 2025 Stanley... Anthony Cirelli #71 of the Tampa Bay Lightning fights against Sam Reinhart #13 of the Florida Panthers at the end of the second period in Game Three of the First Round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena on April 26, 2025 in Sunrise, Florida. More Photo byHow to Watch Panthers vs. Lightning, Game 5: Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM ET Channel: ESPN2, FDSN Sun Stream: Fubo (Try for free) The Panthers opened the series by winning the first two games on the road. They are back in Tampa Bay hoping to have that same kind of success. The series has yet to have a one-score game. In Game 4 on Monday, Aaron Ekblad and Seth Jones scored third-period goals 11 seconds apart to help the Panthers come from behind to beat the Lightning 4-2. The goals were the fastest by defensemen from the same team in Stanley Cup Playoffs history. In the regular season, the Lightning finished second in the NHL's Atlantic Division, going 47-27-8, which gave the team 102 points. The Panthers weren't far behind, though, as the team was 47-31-4, which equaled 98 points. These two teams split their season series, going 2-2 against each other. Watch the Panthers vs. Lightning Game 5 on Wednesday on ESPN2, FDSN Sun at 7:30 PM ET. Live stream the Panthers vs. Lightning Game 5 on Fubo: Start your free trial now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Newsweek
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Panthers vs Lightning Game 4: Live Stream NHL Playoffs, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning continue their best-of-seven first-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday. Heading into Game 4, the Panthers hold a 2-1 lead in the series. Can the Lightning even up the series, or will the Panthers take control on Monday night in Game 4? Tune in to ESPN at 7:00 PM EDT to find out. Anthony Cirelli #71 of the Tampa Bay Lightning fights against Sam Reinhart #13 of the Florida Panthers at the end of the second period in Game Three of the First Round of the 2025 Stanley... Anthony Cirelli #71 of the Tampa Bay Lightning fights against Sam Reinhart #13 of the Florida Panthers at the end of the second period in Game Three of the First Round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena on April 26, 2025 in Sunrise, Florida. More Photo byHow to Watch Panthers at Lightning, Game 4: Date: Monday, April 28, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM ET Channel: ESPN, FDSN Sun Stream: Fubo (Try for free) Florida led the series 2-0 heading into Game 3, but the Lightning managed a big road victory to avoid falling behind 3-0. Tampa Bay won Saturday's game 5-1. The Panthers scored just over two minutes into the game with a Matthew Tkachuk goal, which made it look like Florida would cruise to the 3-0 series lead, but the Lightning managed to draw the game even late in the first period with a Brayden Point goal. From there, the team just kept scoring. Nick Paul scored in the second period, then the Lightning scored three times in the final period. Jake Guentzel, Luke Glendening, and Anthony Cirelli scored in that final frame. In the regular season, the Lightning finished second in the NHL's Atlantic Division, going 47-27-8, which gave the team 102 points. The Panthers weren't far behind, though, as the team was 47-31-4, which equaled 98 points. These two teams split their season series, going 2-2 against each other. Watch the Panthers at Lightning Game 4 on Monday on ESPN at 7:00 PM ET. Live stream the Panthers at Lightning Game 4 on Fubo: Start your free trial now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
