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Another Lightning prospect makes their NHL debut this season, and while the promise of tomorrow is before us at the moment - the now is a mire of disappointment that likely won't be risen from.

We asked Donny Rivette, of SBNation's Litter Box Cats, about the fabulous Jonathan Huberdeau, the impact of the disappointing season on the momentum from last year's success, plus his take on the Panthers playing in the new Central Division.

The Canes continue their winning ways, and the Jets continue to push through. Meanwhile, both the Caps and Lightning struggle to find consistency and confidence to give them traction in the standings. Florida's injury woes continued.

With three of the teams on the road all week, the Lightning have lost 3 straight but still hang on to the top spot in the Division, while the Canes move into second with three gutsy performances from Cam Ward.

With the Tampa Bay Lightning riding high, are the Florida Panthers (tonight's opponents) licking their wounds from their loss to the Flyers on Saturday</

The Tampa Bay Lightning have taken the early lead in the Southeast Division standings, while last year's Champs and this year's favorites are floundering. Meanwhile, Winnipeg and Carolina are finding their form with a couple solid wins as well.

A refresher on who, where, and when as the new hockey season unfolds in a hurry. Because last April was a really long time ago.

If secrecy was Vinik's thing regarding the GM search, Steve Yzerman is not following that blueprint in his head coaching hunt.

The ink isn't dry yet on Steve Yzreman's contract, but we have to speculate just who he will hire as head coach. Here are just a few names out there...