Lightning vs. Hurricanes game postponed by NHL due to insane Hurricane

For those in Florida affected by Hurricane Milton, the past few days have been a nightmare. While sports may not be the most important thing to them right now, the NHL has also been impacted. The Florida Panthers and Boston Bruins game was nearly postponed recently, and it was finally necessary to do so for another game.

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Carolina Hurricanes game scheduled for October 12 in Florida has been officially postponed, according to an official NHL press release. A makeup date will be announced at a later time.

The former home of the Tampa Bay Lightning, Tropicana Field, has already sustained significant damage from Hurricane Helene. This will be the team's second postponement in as many months. As previously stated, the scope of this crisis goes far beyond sports, with millions of people having lost their houses and significant property damage occurring throughout the Florida region. It is evident that the NHL and these two teams are prioritizing recovery efforts.

Although these teams may experience some inconvenience, they and their supporters will undoubtedly recognize that the situation is of utmost importance, as numerous players could be impacted by this unfortunate event.

We simply send our thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by this tragedy, and we hope that you can find safety and shelter for you and your loved ones during this difficult time. We will keep you updated on the NHL situation and any further possible postponements due to Hurricane Milton.