Max Crozier’s most recent stint with the Tampa Bay Lightning was a short one as the team reassigned the defenseman to the Syracuse Crunch on Sunday. While his per diem will take a hit, it’s a good sign for the Lightning that Erik Cernak is ready to go for the Lightning’s road trip that starts tonight in Toronto. Crozier played 14:15 against the Detroit Red Wings and recorded four hits along with three blocked shots.
Lightning News
Cooper recalls hockey roots, journey to 4 Nations Face-Off [NHL.com]
The Bolts are in Toronto, so the national media remembers that they exist. NHL reporter Mike Zeisberger chats with the head coach about his coaching journey from humble lawyer to Team Canada coach.
Mishkin’s Musings: On a monster month and the tightening Atlantic [Tampa Bay Lightning]
Mish chats about the schedule and the playoff race. It’s a busy month with the added bonus of three road trips, including a California trip. Good for the airline miles, bad for a normal sleep schedule.
Hockey News
McDavid, Myers facing suspensions [ESPN]
DoPS will be chatting with Connor McDavd and Tyler Myers after their actions in Saturday night’s game. Both were a bit liberal with their stickwork with McDavid committing Conner-on-Conor violence as he crosschecked Conor Garland in the face. Myers retaliated with a stick to the face of the Evan Bouchard. Does McDavid escape with a fine, or does the league suspend their best player?
Five players who desperately need a trade in 2025 [Bleacher Report]
We’re not going to lie. Joel Farabee is an intriguing player. He seems to be the type of player that Julien BriseBois likes to target at the deadline – young, term remaining, and potential. Would he be an upgrade to the bottom-six?