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Tampa Bay Lightning Acquire Goalie Pheonix Copley Off Waivers

10/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On October 2, 2025, Tampa Bay Lightning claimed Pheonix Copley off waivers from Los Angeles Kings.
Copley, 33, spent last season mainly with the Ontario Reign (AHL), posting 24-17-1 and a .904 save.
In the NHL, he is 44-16-8 with a 2.84 GAA in 77 games; 2022-23 with the Kings.
The move targets Jonas Johansson's inconsistent performance in net.

History

Historical Context

The NHL's 2013 collective bargaining agreement transformed player contracts and salary caps, impacting team strategies. The Los Angeles Kings, who won Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014, exemplified success through strong rosters. Pheonix Copley's recent acquisition by the Tampa Bay Lightning underscores the ongoing emphasis on enhancing goaltending, particularly following challenges faced by their previous goalie, Johansson.

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Story summary

On October 2, 2025, Tampa Bay Lightning claimed Pheonix Copley off waivers from Los Angeles Kings.
Copley, 33, spent last season mainly with the Ontario Reign (AHL), posting 24-17-1 and a .904 save.
In the NHL, he is 44-16-8 with a 2.84 GAA in 77 games; 2022-23 with the Kings.
The move targets Jonas Johansson's inconsistent performance in net.

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