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Lightning Sign Young Star Cooper Flinton to Entry-Level Deal

3/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured forward Cooper Flinton with a two-year, entry-level contract set to begin in the 2025-26 season. At just 21, Flinton will make his way to the Syracuse Crunch for the remainder of this season, showcasing his impressive skills after netting 11 goals and 24 points in 32 games at Dartmouth College.

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Historical Context

Cooper Flinton's entry-level contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning mirrors Dartmouth's rich sports legacy. The Big Green's hockey team, founded in 1906, has evolved significantly, showcasing talent like Flinton, who follows in the footsteps of past Dartmouth stars, including All-American football player Carl Diehl from the 1920s.

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Story summary

The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured forward Cooper Flinton with a two-year, entry-level contract set to begin in the 2025-26 season. At just 21, Flinton will make his way to the Syracuse Crunch for the remainder of this season, showcasing his impressive skills after netting 11 goals and 24 points in 32 games at Dartmouth College.

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