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Backchecking the Bolts

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Backchecking the Bolts is your cup of coffee to get you the latest on the Tampa Bay Lightning. We’re breaking down the Lightning’s most recent games and telling you what the box scores didn’t tell you. From tactical breakdowns to player impact, it’s time to look beyond the highlights with host Jason Linkes and the managing editor of Raw Charge ( www.rawcharge.com ) Justin Godfrey. Please visit our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@BackcheckingtheBolts Follow Backchecking the Bolts on the following platforms. RawCharge: www.rawcharge.com Twitter: Tampa_Bolts_Pod Instagram: Backchecking_the_Bolts Facebook: Backchecking the Bolts Email: backcheckingthebolts@yahoo.com

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What is Backchecking the Bolts about?

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.

What has Backchecking the Bolts covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Tampa Bay Lightning Road Trip Recap First 10 Games Review + Jets & Predators Preview" (28 October 2026, 40 minutes), "Tampa Bay Lightning vs Vegas Golden Knights Preview w/ SinBin.Vegas | Canucks Recap & 84 Bets" (20 October 2026, 40 minutes), and "From Broadway Blues to Seattle OT Glory! Rangers & Kraken Recap" (16 October 2026, 33 minutes).

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Backchecking the Bolts publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 47 minutes.

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Booking probability for Backchecking the Bolts is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Backchecking the Bolts requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Backchecking the Bolts's contact route on record: verified email.

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  • Backchecking the Bolts

    Tampa Bay Lightning Road Trip Recap First 10 Games Review + Jets & Predators Preview

    Oct 28, 202640 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning have completed their three-game road trip, and it's time to evaluate the Bolts after their first 10 games of the 2026-27 NHL season! On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , hosts Jason Linkes...

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    Tampa Bay Lightning vs Vegas Golden Knights Preview w/ SinBin.Vegas | Canucks Recap & 84 Bets

    Oct 20, 202640 min

    ⚡ The Tampa Bay Lightning are headed to Las Vegas! On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , we welcome special guest Ken Boehlke from SinBin.Vegas to preview Tuesday night's showdown between the Tampa Bay Lightning...

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    From Broadway Blues to Seattle OT Glory! Rangers & Kraken Recap

    Oct 16, 202633 min

    From Broadway Blues to Seattle OT Glory! | Tampa Bay Lightning Recap | Backchecking the Bolts The Tampa Bay Lightning experienced the highs and lows of the NHL season this week, suffering a disappointing 4-1 loss to the...

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    Tampa Bay Lightning Win 4 Straight! Flyers, Wild & Islanders Recap - Rangers preview

    Oct 12, 202632 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning are RED HOT! Four straight wins and the Bolts are rolling!* On this episode of *Backchecking the Bolts*, host Jason Linkes and co-host Justin Godfrey, Managing Editor of Raw Charge, break down...

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    Lightning Split Opening Weekend! Rangers Loss & Capitals Win Tampa Bay Lightning Recap

    Oct 5, 202635 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning open the 2026-27 NHL season with a split , falling 5-1 to the New York Rangers on opening night before bouncing back with a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals in the home opener. On this...

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    Lightning Season Preview: Burning Questions, Bolts Blueprint & 2026-27 Opening Night Roster

    Oct 1, 202632 min

    The 2026-27 Tampa Bay Lightning season is here! The Bolts open the regular season Thursday night in New York against the New York Rangers , and Backchecking the Bolts gets you ready for Opening Night. Raw Charge...

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    Ben Clymer Interview: Tampa Bay Lightning 2004 Stanley Cup Champion | Stanley Cup to Wall Street

    Sep 28, 20261h 38m

    What does it take to go from Minnesota high school hockey to becoming a Stanley Cup Champion? Former Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ben Clymer joins Jason Linkes and Justin Godfrey on Backchecking the Bolts for an...

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    Lightning Prospect Tournament Preview + 3 Burning Questions Is Chris Kreider a Fit in Tampa

    Sep 11, 202641 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning are getting closer to the 2026-27 NHL season, and on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , we break down some of the biggest questions surrounding the Bolts as training camp approaches. We...

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    Tampa Bay Lightning Kucherov Contract, Point vs. Hedman + Hellebuyck Wants a Trade

    Sep 1, 202635 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning are heading toward training camp with some major questions , and on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , we break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Bolts and the NHL. What will the...

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    Syracuse Crunch 2025-26 Season Recap | Lukas Favale on Tampa Bay’s Top AHL Affiliate

    Aug 10, 202655 min

    What makes the Syracuse Crunch and Tampa Bay Lightning partnership one of the best in the AHL? We go behind the scenes with Lukas Favale, the voice of the Syracuse Crunch , to take a deep dive into the Crunch's 2025-26...

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    Are the Tampa Bay Lightning Better on Paper? | Vasilevskiy Concerns & Kucherov's Next Contract

    Jul 24, 202628 min

    Are the Tampa Bay Lightning actually better on paper heading into the new NHL season? On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , we take an in-depth look at the Lightning's offseason roster changes and whether they've...

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    Victor Matheson Explains NHL Salary Caps, No State Income Tax & Arena Financing

    Jul 20, 20261h 1m

    How much of an advantage do NHL teams in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Nevada, and other no state income tax states really have under the NHL salary cap? In this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , host Jason Linkes sits...

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    Patrick Present Breaks Down John Carlson, Jeffrey Viel & the Leo Carlsson Offer Sheet

    Jul 8, 202635 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning made two intriguing additions this offseason in John Carlson and Jeffrey Viel , but what should Lightning fans realistically expect? On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , host Jason Linkes...

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    Tampa Bay Lightning Free Agency Breakdown | Best & Worst Signings, Departures & Biggest NHL Moves

    Jul 3, 202636 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning have been busy during NHL free agency, and we're breaking down everything you need to know on this episode of Backchecking the Bolts . 🏒 In this episode: * Complete breakdown of the Lightning's...

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    NHL Trade Frenzy Before the Draft! Raddysh to Leafs, Tuch to Capitals & Byram Blockbuster Trade

    Jun 26, 202639 min

    On this episode of Backchecking the Bolts , Jason and Justin break down the latest NHL Trade Frenzy as teams make major moves before the NHL Entry Draft. 🏒 Topics on this episode: ⚡ Darren Raddysh traded to the Toronto...

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    Peter Taglianetti Interview: Tampa Bay Lightning Inaugural Team, Penguins Stanley Cups & NHL Stories

    Jun 18, 20261h 25mS1

    Former Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Peter Taglianetti joins Backchecking the Bolts to look back on an incredible hockey journey that stretched from college hockey greatness to the biggest stage in the NHL. Taglianetti...

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    Can Tampa Bay Lightning Land Dylan Larkin? - 2025-26 Bolts What Ifs - Nick Paul on the move?

    Jun 13, 202641 min

    The Tampa Bay Lightning offseason rumors are heating up, and Backchecking the Bolts is breaking it all down! On this episode, Justin brings some big “What Ifs?” from the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2025-26 . Jason and Justin...

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    Lightning Prospect Watch: Sam O’Reilly & Jack Pridham’s Development in Kitchener | The Aud Pod Joins

    Jun 6, 20261h 1mS0

    <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...

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    Can the Lightning Reload? Stanley Cup Final Talk, Sam O’Reilly, Benjamin Rautiainen & Free Agency

    Jun 1, 202642 minS0

    <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...

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    Eric Perrin Interview From Undrafted to Stanley Cup Champion & Liiga Legend

    May 25, 20261h 7mS0

    <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...

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