Erik Černák

14 articles

Articles

Lightning Take More Hits on Injury Front as Trade Deadline Nears

As injuries pile up, the Lightning consider trades to support Stamkos and Kucherov ahead of the NHL trade deadline.

The Hockey Writers

Lightning’s Hedman, Point among players expected to return against Leafs

Tampa Bay Lightning are set for player returns, including Victor Hedman and Brayden Point, as they push for the playoffs.

Daily Faceoff

Former NHLer Tomas Tatar named captain of Slovakia’s men’s Olympic team

Tomas Tatar named captain of Slovakia's Olympic team, joined by NHL stars Martin Fehervary and Erik Černák.

Daily Faceoff

Lightning’s Erik Cernak leaves game against Blue Jackets

Erik Cernak left the game after a hit from Mathieu Olivier as the Lightning face challenges in their playoff push.

Daily Faceoff

Team Slovakia roster for 2026 Winter Olympics at a glance

Slovakia's Olympic hockey team combines talent like Juraj Slafkovsky and Erik Černák for a thrilling 2026 campaign.

NHL.com

Friday Four: How Lightning have thrived with depleted defence corps

Tampa Bay Lightning thrive despite injuries, relying on Stamkos and Kucherov for continued success.

Sportsnet

Lightning, Flyers trade defensemen

Tampa Bay Lightning traded for Kevin Shattenkirk from Philadelphia Flyers, strengthening their defense ahead of the playoffs.

Pro Hockey News

Lightning’s Erik Cernak Out Week-To-Week

Erik Cernak's injury leaves the Lightning facing challenges as they look for defensive solutions ahead of crucial games.

Pro Hockey Rumors

Brayden Point, Erik Cernak to miss game against Flyers’; Cernak out week-to-week

Brayden Point and Erik Cernak miss time for the Lightning due to injuries, impacting the team's playoff ambitions against the Flyers.

Daily Faceoff

Lightning's Point Cernak won't play vs. Flyers, Kucherov good to go

Tampa Bay Lightning without Brayden Point and Erik Cernak against Flyers, but Nikita Kucherov returns.

Sportsnet

Injury Updates: Stolarz, Durzi, Cernak

Injury updates: Anthony Stolarz (Ducks), Sean Durzi (Kings), and Erik Cernak (Lightning) impact playoff pushes.

Pro Hockey Rumors

Lightning’s Erik Cernak Out On Tuesday

Erik Cernak will miss Tuesday's game, leaving the Lightning to adjust their defensive lineup amid playoff aspirations.

Pro Hockey Rumors

Free Agent Focus: Tampa Bay Lightning

Tampa Bay Lightning gear up for offseason with key free agent strategies involving Stamkos and Kucherov.

Pro Hockey Rumors

Slovakia Announces First 6 Players for 2026 Winter Olympics

Slovakia announces NHL stars Erik Černák and Juraj Slafkovský among first six players for 2026 Winter Olympics.

The Hockey Writers