The Tampa Bay Lightning bounced back from their season-opening loss with an impressive 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals, and the Last Call Presented by Jack Daniel's crew breaks down a complete team effort at Benchmark International Arena. From the opening puck drop, the Lightning played with the energy, physicality, and attention to detail that Head Coach Jon Cooper demanded, outshooting Washington 14-5 in a dominant first period and never looking back.

Hosts Greg Linnelli, JP Peterson, Bobby "The Chief" Taylor, and Brian Engblom discuss standout performances from Conor Geekie, who scored his first goal of the season, and Andrei Vasilevskiy, who was sharp throughout the night while turning aside several quality Washington chances. The panel also examines the Lightning's improved compete level, dominant faceoff performance, special teams, and the continued resurgence of Victor Hedman.

Plus, hear postgame comments from Conor Geekie, Brandon Hagel, and Jon Cooper as the Lightning earn their first win of the season and build momentum heading into Monday night's matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers.

Topics & Timestamps

0:37 – Opening thoughts on the Lightning's 3-1 win and the dominant first period

1:57 – Conor Geekie's strong performance, offseason improvements, and first goal of the season

5:18 – Breaking down the seven-defenseman rotation and update on Emil Lilleberg leaving the game

5:34 – Brian Engblom on managing seven defensemen and Victor Hedman's standout night

7:50 – Connor Geekie postgame interview on his goal and the team's response after the season opener

9:20 – Why Geekie may deserve a larger role in the Lightning lineup

11:14 – Brandon Hagel discusses the Lightning's improved compete level and work ethic

13:16 – Was this an early-season playoff atmosphere? Breakdown of the game's intensity and physicality

15:31 – Andrei Vasilevskiy's bounce-back performance and why he looked like vintage Vasy

17:28 – Deep dive into Vasilevskiy's technique and what makes him one of the NHL's elite goaltenders

19:33 – Jon Cooper on the response he wanted to see after the Rangers loss and the importance of winning battles

21:36 – Cooper praises Pontus Holmberg and discusses the effectiveness of the Lightning power play

23:14 – Final thoughts on Tampa Bay's first win of the season and key takeaways moving forward

25:18 – Looking ahead to Monday night's matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers

26:30 – Remembering former NHL defenseman Lyle Odelein and closing thoughts from the crew

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