# BACKBONE: Can Andrei Vasilevskiy still CARRY the Tampa Bay Lightning To Another Playoff Run?

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Podcast: [Locked On Lightning - Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Lightning](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-lightning-daily-podcast-on-the-tampa-bay-lightning-946332)
Published: 2026-06-03T20:40:00+00:00
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Tampa Bay Lightning fans celebrate as head coach John Cooper finally clinches the Jack Adams Award after steering the team through a season packed with injuries and roster adjustments. Can this recognition fuel another championship push for Tampa Bay? Greg Stephen reviews Andrei Vasilevskiy's standout regular season and scrutinizes his polarizing postseason performance, comparing his stats and clutch moments to past years. Listener comments spark thoughtful conversation on Brayden Point’s mental hurdles post-injury and ongoing speculation about potential trades. Key topics include a signing, Lightning’s center depth, faceoff struggles, and goaltending future. Plus, a rapid-fire take on the thrilling Knights vs. Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final opener sets the stage for must-watch hockey.

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