Lightning Trim Roster, Sam O'Reilly Turns Heads & Preseason Game #2 | Daily Strike - September 22, 2026

The Tampa Bay Lightning return to the ice after their first preseason victory and prepare for Game 2 of the exhibition schedule as they travel to face the Nashville Predators. On today's Daily Strike, Steve Versnick breaks down the latest developments from Training Camp, including the organization's first roster reductions and another strong showing from top prospect Sam O'Reilly.

The Lightning reduced their training camp roster by reassigning seven players to junior hockey, bringing the camp roster down to 58 players as competition continues to intensify ahead of Opening Night. Hear what Head Coach Jon Cooper had to say about Sam O'Reilly's impressive performance in Sunday's preseason-opening win.

Also in today's episode:

• Lightning roster cuts and Training Camp updates
• Sam O'Reilly's growing case for a roster spot
• Jon Cooper's assessment of the young forward
• Preview of tonight's preseason matchup against Nashville
• Travel and game-day updates from camp
• Details on Lightning Launch Week beginning this weekend
• Season opener and home opener reminders
• Birthday spotlight on former Lightning players Matt Elich and Janne Niskala

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