Yanni Gourde - NHL News & Rumors

Tallies in Monday's win Gourde scored a goal on two shots in Monday's 5-1 win over the Rangers.

Impact Gourde scored for the first time since Dec. 30 when he was still with the Kraken. The 33-year-old has fit in well on the Lightning's third line since the trade deadline, racking up 11 points in 16 outings. Overall, he's produced 28 points, 63 shots on net, 97 hits, 52 PIM and an even plus-minus rating over 52 appearances. While his offense was down in general last year, a lengthy absence following a sports hernia surgery explains much of reduced scoring for Gourde in 2024-25.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Point scores twice as Lightning defeat Rangers 5-1

Brayden Point had two goals an an assist, Nikita Kucherov added a goal and two assists, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the New York Rangers 5-1

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lends helper Saturday Gourde managed an assist and two hits in Saturday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Sabres.

Impact Gourde helped out on a Gage Goncalves goal in the second period. It's been all apples for Gourde to begin his second stint with the Lightning -- he has 10 assists over 15 games since he was traded from the Kraken. The 33-year-old is at 27 points, 61 shots on net, 97 hits, 52 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 51 appearances in 2024-25. Gourde will likely continue to center the Lightning's third line while also frequently featuring in defensive situations.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Yanni Gourde | Postgame at Ottawa | 4.3.25

6 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Should The Tampa Bay Lightning Extend Yanni Gourde? Before the NHL trade deadline passed, the Tampa Bay Lightning acquired old friend Yanni Gourde and winger Oliver Bjorkstrand from the Seattl...

MARCH 30 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Two assists in Thursday's win Gourde logged two assists, three hits, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 8-0 win over Utah.

Impact Gourde helped out on goals by linemates Oliver Bjorkstrand and Gage Goncalves. It's been all playmaking for Gourde in his second stint with the Lightning -- he has eight assists, 30 hits, 15 shots on net and 11 PIM over 11 contests since he was traded away from the Kraken. For the season, the 33-year-old forward has 25 points, 55 shots on net, 89 hits, 47 PIM and a minus-3 rating over 47 appearances.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Yanni Gourde is excited for second run with the Lightning A few weeks have passed since Yanni Gourde was reacquired by the Tampa Bay Lightning. Over the course of just a few years, the organization...

MARCH 22 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Four assists in last five games Gourde put up two assists in a 6-2 win over the Bruins on Saturday.

Impact Gourde is making his mark with the Bolts. He has four assists in five games, including three in his last two games. He's fired nine shots and levelled 18 hits while centering the third line. This is exactly what the Bolts had hoped they'd get from Gourde when they acquired him, and it's a profile that will go a long way in the postseason. Until then, his fantasy value is limited, even in leagues that count hits. Center is usually too deep to get them in that spot.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Snags assist Thursday Gourde notched a power-play assist, two hits and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Flyers.

Impact This was Gourde's second helper over four contests since he was traded to the Lightning from the Kraken last Wednesday. The 33-year-old has immediately slotted in as the third-line center and looks to be connecting well with Gage Goncalves and Oliver Bjorkstrand, who was also traded from the Kraken. Gourde is up to 19 points, 46 shots on net, 73 hits and a minus-8 rating over 40 appearances this season. He won't score a ton, but he's at no risk of losing his place in the lineup as a key checking forward.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Kraken open homestand vs. Canadiens without high-energy forwards For Seattle fans, something will be missing when the Kraken open a three-game homestand Wednesday night against the Montreal Canadiens.Namel...

MARCH 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

MARCH 12 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

'Grateful' Yanni Gourde pens heartfelt farewell note for Seattle Kraken after being traded to Tampa Bay Lightning The Tampa Bay Lightning’s recent acquisition, Yanni Gourde, posted a heartfelt note of thanks addressed to his former team, the Seattle Krak...

MARCH 10 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Avalanche, Jets and Stars raise stakes in NHL' s Central Division with big trades at the deadline

Just when it looked like the Colorado Avalanche made a big move by getting center Brock Nelson, their chief rivals in the Central Division answered with serious salvos in the hours...

MARCH 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

A return worth waiting for as Yanni Gourde is back with the Lightning TAMPA, Fla. - Yanni Gourde was told Wednesday at 9 a.m. Pacific time that he was getting traded, but...

MARCH 7 • KANSASCITY.COM

Guentzel has hat trick, Bjorkstrand scores go-ahead goal and Lightning rally past Sabres 6-5

Jake Guentzel had a hat trick, Oliver Bjorkstrand scored the go-ahead goal early in the third period, and Tampa Bay Lightning rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Buffalo Sabres

MARCH 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

If Lightning are playing in June, this is a great trade. If not ... John Romano | GM Julien BriseBois takes a calculated risk by trading more first-round picks for Oliver Bjorkstrand and Yanni Gourde.

MARCH 6 • TAMPABAY.COM

NHL Tonight: Yanni Gourde Traded to Lightning | NHL.com The NHL Tonight crew breakdown the Lightning trade to acquire Yanni Gourde from the Kraken

MARCH 6 • NHL.COM

Kraken trade Yanni Gourde, Oliver Bjorkstrand to Lightning SEATTLE - In one fell swoop, the Kraken said goodbye to an alternate captain and an All-Star, sendin...

MARCH 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Atlantic Arms Race & Don Waddell's Deadline Outlook | Real Kyper & Bourne Full Episode

MARCH 6 • YOUTUBE

NHL Now: Gourde, Bjorkstrand deal | NHL.com The crew on NHL Now react to the massive trade that sends Yanni Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand to Tampa Bay for two first round picks and mor...

MARCH 5 • NHL.COM

Returning to Bolts Gourde was traded to the Lightning from the Kraken, along with Oliver Bjorkstrand and a 2026 fifth-round pick, in exchange for Michael Eyssimont, first-round picks in 2026 and 2027...

Impact Gourde is back with the Lightning after spending the past four seasons in Seattle. The 33-year-old winger has played in just 36 games this year after missing two months following surgery to repair a sports hernia. In his first game back from injury, Gourde picked up an assist but it seems his return to the Kraken lineup will be short lived.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Lightning acquire Gourde and Bjorkstrand and Panthers get Vanecek as NHL trade action heats up

The Tampa Bay Lightning have answered the cross-state-rival and defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers’ first couple of additions ahead of the NHL trade deadline with a bi...

MARCH 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Earns assist in return Gourde notched an assist and two shots on goal in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Wild.

Impact This was Gourde's first game back after sports hernia surgery. He missed nearly two months in total due to the lower-body injury that required an operation. The 33-year-old forward is up to 17 points, 40 shots on net, 36 PIM, 59 hits and 26 blocked shots over 36 appearances. Gourde, a pending unrestricted free agent this summer, is expected to be highly coveted ahead of Friday's trade deadline, so his time with the Kraken may be near a close if a deal can be made.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Lifted from LTIR Gourde (abdomen) was activated from long-term injured reserve Tuesday, per Emerald City Hockey.

Impact Gourde was deemed a game-time decision for Tuesday's contest versus the Wild, and this move clears the path for him to return from a 22-game absence. Ben Meyers was sent down to AHL Coachella Valley in a corresponding move. Gourde's return to the lineup comes just three days before the trade deadline, and the 33-year-old is considered a top trade target for contenders who want to bolster their forward depth.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call against Minnesota Gourde (abdomen) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's home matchup against the Wild, Mike Benton of the Kraken Audio Network reports.

Impact Gourde last suited up against Vancouver on Jan. 2. In order to play Tuesday, the Quebec native would need to be activated from long-term injured reserve. As soon as he's at full strength, Gourde would more than likely replace Ben Meyers in the lineup. Before being placed on the shelf, Gourde produced six goals and 10 helpers over 35 appearances.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

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Point scores twice as Lightning defeat Rangers 5-1

Avalanche, Jets and Stars raise stakes in NHL' s Central Division with big trades at the deadline

Guentzel has hat trick, Bjorkstrand scores go-ahead goal and Lightning rally past Sabres 6-5

Lightning acquire Gourde and Bjorkstrand and Panthers get Vanecek as NHL trade action heats up