The Hockey Show Takes on Florida
This week, the hosts of The Hockey Show, Roy Bellamy and David Dwork, have taken their show on the road to sunny Florida, where all eyes are on the NHL’s latest event. They’re in Tampa for the 2026 NHL Stadium Series, following the previous month’s Winter Classic held in Miami, marking a historic moment for outdoor hockey in the state. The action culminates this Sunday, as the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare to face the Boston Bruins on a giant treasure map canvas at Raymond James Stadium. With the success seen during the Winter Classic, fans can anticipate an extraordinary sporting experience.
Insights from the Stadium
During their visit, Roy and Dave were granted early access to the stadium and were joined by Diandra Loux, a beat reporter for The Hockey News, who shared insights on the Lightning’s impressive season despite facing numerous injuries. They discussed whether this could finally be the year head coach Jon Cooper secures the Jack Adams Award, celebrating excellence within the league. The duo also touched upon Florida’s newfound status as the official “State of Hockey” and highlighted several pirate-themed events set to happen in Tampa this weekend.
Latest Hockey News from Florida
For those interested in the latest developments, be sure to check out the full episode of The Hockey Show and the enlightening interview featured below:
- Panthers’ Brad Marchand suffers an undisclosed injury during the game against the Blues; he is due for reassessment.
- Key takeaways: Panthers showcase maximum effort but are hindered by crucial errors.
- In a close match, the Panthers concede a late power play goal, resulting in a 5-4 loss to St. Louis.
- Anton Lundell is sidelined ahead of the Panthers’ matchup against the Blues; Daniil Tarasov is set to start in his place.
- With recent successes on the road, the Panthers aim to continue this trend during their brief trip to St. Louis, the hometown of Matthew Tkachuk.
