Justin Bellantese

@yankees @tblightning @saints | Ross Colton is still my best friend despite his departure

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

My goodness

[Frank Seravalli @frank_seravalli]

Full trade, per sources:

To #Blackhawks:
LD Bowen Byram
LW Jordan Greenway

To #Sabres:
2026 CHI 1st Round Pick (No. 4 overall)
2026 NYI 2nd Round Pick (No. 45 overall)
LD Louis Crevier

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Florida obviously got better. Toronto got better. Montreal was better. Ottawa (hot take) will be better. Buffalo will get better, they will make a big deal, maybe for Helle.

JBB needs to make a move for a top 6 forward

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

I need to see what else is involved, but the 4th overall pick for Byram is nuts

[Elliotte Friedman @FriedgeHNIC]

4th overall pick included…and some other players

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Werenski is one of my favorite players to watch in the NHL. Tampa doesn’t have enough to do it, but I don’t think there is a more perfect fit for the Lightning than Marchenko

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Interesting. Seems like Columbus should need an answer prior to Friday tho, no?

[Elliotte Friedman @FriedgeHNIC]

Werenski, Blue Jackets, to meet after draft

https://t.co/OWmIQJe3kE

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

You knew the trade market would be insane since the free agent class is dog shit. This is insane rn. And we’re just getting started.

JBB come on brother get me a top 6 forward

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Starting to get really nervous that Hellebuyck is gonna need up in Florida

[Hockey Hall of Fame @HockeyHallFame]

Introducing the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026! 👏

#HHOF2026 #HHOF

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

@gmanchow_ Elliotte Friedman said it’s likely that Carlson’s AAV is higher than Raddysh so it looks like at least 9.

If it were up to be I’d sign Nick Blankenburg for much cheaper and he’s a good puck mover. And then I’d focus on getting a top 6 forward

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Walk with me

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

@PointSpecialist People forget how many games our primary dmen missed last year and they were a great defensive team with nobodies.

Hedman with all his flaws, should still be good on the PP

I’d like Pettersson on a retained salary or Larkin but don’t know how they can do that if JC makes 9 AAV

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

I like John Carlson. Not worried about his age bc it’s a short term deal.

I just still feel, even with Raddysh gone, that a top 6 forward is our biggest need. We have some assets to trade for one, but I just don’t know how we make it work salary wise

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Elliotte Friedman said “Most people seem to think they would be surprised if John Carlson doesn’t end up in Tampa. He’s likely to go to the Lightning on a short term for big dollars. His AAV may end up being higher than Raddysh.”

Hmmmm

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

And obviously they’re good at hockey too. Lightning panthers games gonna get even crazier. Panthers still need a goalie tho

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

I actually had a little bit of respect for Brady bc he’s somewhat a real tough guy unlike Matthew, but he’s such a pussy for this. I get wanting to play for your brother but still.

Both Tkachuks, Marchand, Bennett, Ekblad, etc. just a bunch of scumbags in Florida.

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

WHAT THE FUCKKKKK

[Pierre LeBrun @PierreVLeBrun]

Hearing that the Florida Panthers are getting close to acquiring Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators.
I believe Ottawa will get three first-round picks and a second-round pick in the deal if finalized. More to come.

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Just waiting for Florida to make a big move. 2 first and 2 seconds they have this year. Sigh

[Elliotte Friedman @FriedgeHNIC]

Seattle and Florida trade

To Kraken:
Mackie Samoskevich

To Panthers:
25th pick this year
Conditional second next year (either Columbus or Winnipeg pick)

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

Losing Raddysh creates a hole, no doubt. But imo, I think we need to focus on a top 6 forward more than defensemen. The d core is still solid defensively imo.

I’d love to get a RHD, I do think it’s a need. But if we can only do one of a RHD or a top 6 FWD im choosing the FWD

[Justin Bellantese @JBellantese]

One of the best seasons by a defenseman in Lightning history. He cashed in big time and good for him.

Given the price tag and age, I’m happy we didn’t go there

[Tampa Bay Lightning @TBLightning]

We'll miss ya, 43 💙

[Tampa Bay Lightning @TBLightning]

Thank you for absolutely everything, Raddy 🤝