Bolts' Cernak, Hagel Win Friday Olympic Games
Tampa Bay's Erik Cernak and Brandon Hagel suit up for their nations and come out on top in Friday's Olympic action, giving Lightning fans a rare bright spot amid the league's freeze. These two have been pillars in Tampa's blue-collar grind, and seeing them shine on the world's stage reminds everyone why the Bolts always punch above their weight. With the NHL pause in full swing, their wins fuel the chatter back home about how Tampa's depth holds up post-Olympics.
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