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Kraken vs Lightning Preview: Get back to basics

Time: 7:00 PM Location: Benchmark International Arena TV/Stream/Radio: The Spot, KONG, ESPN+, 102.5 The Bone Odds: Lightning -250 Know the Opponents: Davy Jones’ Locker Room The Tampa Bay Lightning did not have a great game against the New York Rangers…

By Justin G · Raw Charge

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 2:00 PM

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Raw Charge previews the Lightning's matchup against the Kraken, arguing Tampa Bay must return to basic fundamentals.
Tampa Bay looks to rebound following a 4-1 loss against the New York Rangers that ended a four-game win streak.
The Seattle Kraken enter the game on a three-game winning streak with a 5-2 record.

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The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Seattle Kraken following a 4-1 loss to the New York Rangers that snapped Tampa Bay's four-game winning streak. Justin G of Raw Charge argues that the Lightning need to return to basic fundamentals, including effective forechecking and quick breakouts, to start a new winning run against an unexpectedly strong opponent.

Seattle enters the matchup with a 5-2 record on a three-game winning streak, having scored 28 goals in seven games. Meanwhile, the Lightning may see lineup changes following the recall of Dominic James and the availability of Emil Lilleberg after line shuffling occurred during their previous game.

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